Historical curiosity and conservation responsibility
The ancient settlement of Çandarlı, known as Pitane, is an important beginning to understanding coastal culture. The history under water may also arouse curiosity in visitors. However, underwater archeology and recreational scuba diving are not the same activity.
What does it mean to see a find?
Just because a diver encounters an old-looking object underwater does not give him the right to remove it for examination or take it home. Sharing the location of sensitive cultural assets publicly on the internet may also be harmful in terms of protection. The situation should be reported to the competent authorities through appropriate channels.
What will we include in the regional guide?
We can summarize Çandarlı Castle, historical port and cultural tourism information from official publications. However, we will not publish claims such as "there is an ancient shipwreck" or "diving for ruins" underwater without a reliable and authorized source.
Ethical use of images
Permitted scientific photographs and images published by authorized institutions can be promoted via links. Photographs of others will not be copied to the site without copyright and publication permission.
Discover more at Çandarlı
You can review Derin Dalış Merkezi's atlas of diving spots and get information about your questions from the contact page. Historical sources are not evidence of current diving feasibility.
Sources
This article is for general information; It is not a substitute for personal dive training, medical opinion, sea conditions or operational plan.