A unique natural phenomenon of Turkey is considered a "fire-breathing Chimera", located on the top floors. The mountain itself is Yanartaş is located near the cities of Kemer, at a distance of 7 km from the ancient city of Olympos. Yanartas is one of the most visited places, which was chosen by the tourists.

There is a legend that tells of the terrible Chimera that lived on this mountain. This monster, born from the Union of the mythical Typhon and Echidna, had the head of a lion, body of a goat and the tail of the snake. Fire-breathing Chimera attacked locals who lived in constant fear. But one day a hero named Bellerophon flew on Pegasus on the mountain, killed the Chimera and threw her inside the mountain. Since that time, the Chimera releases its fury from the depths of the mountain in flames.

If to approach from a scientific point of view to the appearance of the flame on the mountain, we can say that it is just gas that seeps from the depths of the mountains and ignites itself. Attempts to douse the flames lead to nothing, because after a short time the flame lights up again. When the fire on the mountain was quite strong, he was a beacon for sailors. For the Byzantines, this place was considered Holy.

Very beautiful mountain Yanartaş looks at night. Seems like the flames perform a mysterious ritual dance. Enhance the effect of mystery and mystery to the ruins of ancient buildings.

Day guard Chimera snakes that bask in the warmth of the sun. Therefore, when visiting the mountains need to be very careful. At any time of the day on the mountain with a lot of tourists, although the path to the mountain is quite complicated. In the beginning installed plaque, stating that the mountain is contraindicated lifting people suffering from cardiovascular diseases, and pregnant. Upstairs is difficult due to the fact that at high altitude it's hard to breathe. A winding path, a length of 700 meters, carries travelers between branchy trees to the top of the mountain. Many fail to achieve the goal, and they're coming back. Someone is not even the beginning of the trip, as afraid of the difficulties encountered in the ascent, but then listens with envy enthusiastic story of the one who had been on the mountain. The mountain offers stunning views of the Bay.