Oludeniz

This is one of the most photographed beaches in Turkey―which must say something about it being at least aesthetically pleasing with its long swoop of white sand, like one of those large Turkish swords, and water in a rainbow of blue shades falling away from the coast. The lagoon on the other side of this sandy arc has calm waters best for learning water sports, and on the end of the lagoon is the protected area of national park so it's pretty backing away from the coast as well. If you need more than a pretty beach to make a holiday, there are resorts in Oludeniz that are known for some active options―its dunes are especially good for paragliding, and the water is just right above sea level for sailors and just right below sea level for scuba divers.