It has only been since the 1980's that the old fisherman's village of Kalkan has taken on tourism. At first, Kalkan played host to day trips to the outlying ancient cities such as @Xanthos@ and @Patara.@ This was followed gradually by the erection of pensions, bars and restaurants in the town. Small shops that sell carpets, woven rugs, handicrafts and costume jewelry have picked up the town's business pace. However, the whitewashed
