| Marmaris was a Carian city whose
history goes back to 3500 BC. Its ancient name was
Physkos of which antique ruins can be seen at
Asartepe (1 .7kms north). A wonder of nature in
itself is the town of Marmaris greeting the Aegean,
as well as the Mediterranean, on a dreamlike bay.
Here, where the pine-clad mountains form a beautiful
backdrop to the beaches of clearest waters, the
medley of green and blue tones are fascinating
This land of lacy coastline is ideal for the sun
worshippers, and offers the most attractive coves
and inlets for those who would like to swim, dive or
fish. The sheltered bay is popular for a relaxing
holiday, while also being amazingly excellent for a
lively vacation of watersports and sailing |
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Along the promenade, adorned with
palm trees, the Marmaris Marina is a busy yachting
centre and also a pretty sight. The ‘International
Marmaris Yacht Festival organized here every May, is
an enjoyable event with captains and crews coming
together to sail with nature-lovers, among the
impressive southern coasts of Turkey. One also may
take the famous ‘Blue Voyage' from here, and make B
fascinating trip along the elegant coastline of the
Aegean. Marmaris is B yachting heaven with vast
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If you do not get lost in this wide natural beauty, there
is also a lot to see inside the plentiful little towns. A
16th century citadel, built by Suleyman the Magnificent, the
Ottoman Caravanserai of 1545, and the Mosque of Ibrahim Aga,
dating back to1789, are some interesting buildings in this
ancient town of Physkos for the devoted sightseers.
The Ataturk Park, on the eastern side of Marmaris, is
another location that should not be missed, with its lovely
beach for swimming. It is an unforgettable place, possessing
the frankincense trees which are rarely found elsewhere' in
the world, and the delightful aroma of which you will
remember forever.
Marmaris today is a popular holiday resort with all these
scenic supplemented by numerous facilities, including modern
accommodation restaurants, cafes, bars, and others. The
beautiful boutiques, and bazaars provide a good deal of
shopping opportunities, which give a last colorful aspect to
your vacation. You may choose excellent souvenirs among the
Turkish handicrafts here, and do forget to buy ‘cam Bali'
which is a tasty pine-scented honey, produced in this area
of pine forests.
| The environs of Marmaris are a
vacation land. The Golenge Icmeleri provides
breathtaking scenery with great misty mountains
descending to the golden sandy beaches. The clear,
deep blue sea under the sunny sky is perfect for any
kind of watersports. This area is so appealing that
you will need to spend several days to make the most
of everything. Down a little from the mountains is
Turunç Bay, bordered by various restaurants, each
with a perfect view. You may taste delicious fish
any time you like.
Turunç is a holiday resort surrounded by rich,
natural beauty. Gunnücek, Yalancı Bogaz, Cennet
Adasi (Nimara), Fosforlu magara (the Phosphorous
Cave), çiftlik, Yavuz PIaj, (Selale), and Orhaniye
with its natural harbour, are the other sites worth
visiting. At Kumlubük you will find unexplored coves
and inlets each exhibiting different shades of
turquoise. You may swim, dive or fish along perfect
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You may also visit the
ancient city of Amos on northern slope, facing the
bay. Loryma can be reached by a delightful boat trip
to the tip of Bozburun Peninsula. There you will see
the ruins of a harbour castle. For those who want
privacy while enjoying the wonder nature, the
northem side of the peninsula is perfect with its
inlets, and quiet bays. The ancient cities of Hydas,
Erine, Castabus Bybassios, Paridion, Ceresse,
Saranda, Tymuns and Amos are this peninsula Sedir
Island, the ancient Cedrae, known as ‘Cleopatra`or
City Islam lies in the Gulf of Gokova.
You will need to drive north from Marmaris
Gelibolu Bay and then take a boat to the Sedir
Islands to find ancient city walls, a theatre, and
the panoramic view of mount across the bay. It is
said that Cleopatra and Marcus Antonius together in
a little bay on the northwest of the island. The
sand of bay is rumored to be brought by ships from
North Africa. It is unforgettable experience. Going
to the inner parts of the gulf, there the little
village of Gokova, with its traditional houses
spreading to edge of the mountain. Gokova Park with
its dense pine forest and' breeze, gives a welcome
break from the sun. The restaurants, by fresh water
springs streaming from the mountains, are places to
enjoy
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