Letoon Sanctuary
A sanctuary of the goddess Leto 4 km south of Xanthos, once a major religious centre but never a settlement. Today you'll see temple platforms and a nymphaeum on a compact archaeological site.
Letoon was the sacred precinct of Leto, mother of Apollo and Artemis, located just 4 kilometres south of ancient Xanthos along the Xanthos River. Unlike a city, it was never a fully occupied settlement — instead it served as a ritual hub closely tied to the political life of Xanthos.
Today the compact site preserves the foundations of three temples dedicated to Leto, Apollo, and Artemis, plus a Hellenistic nymphaeum. Walking among the low stone platforms and scattered marble fragments, you get a clear sense of the sanctuary’s layout without crowds or commercial clutter. A visit here pairs naturally with a trip to Xanthos; the two sites share a connected history and the drive between them takes only a few minutes.
“Three temple platforms and a nymphaeum set in a quiet, open landscape — easily combined with nearby Xanthos.”
The ticket is separate from Xanthos, so buy both and visit in one morning; the site is small and you'll be done in under an hour.
Uneven ground with exposed stone and some steps; wheelchair users may need assistance.
Good to know
- Is Letoon Sanctuary free to visit?
- TL 120. Separate ticket from Xanthos; the three temple platforms and the nymphaeum are on one compact site.
- How long should you spend at Letoon Sanctuary?
- ~1h
- When is the best time to visit Letoon Sanctuary?
- Morning
- Is Letoon Sanctuary wheelchair accessible?
- Uneven ground with exposed stone and some steps; wheelchair users may need assistance.
