Inside ancient cities of the dead where people were buried in cliff faces – with bizarre tie to Santa Claus

The giant cliffs near Fethiye, Turkey, hold ancient Lycian rock tombs dating back over 2,000 years, reflecting the wealth and status of their occupants with impressive facades and simple interiors. One tomb, discovered in the Demre area, formed a unique link to Santa Claus, sparking archaeological interest and attracting tourists. The elevated placement of the tombs, overlooking land and sea, adds to their mystique and fuels local legends about winged creatures transporting the dead to the afterlife, though the exact reasons for their location remain speculative.

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