City paradise, Marmaris was once known for its sponges and aromatic plants. The marina and traditional shipyards then assured the reputation of the city. It is now a major tourist attraction. You find in this seaside resort hotels and pensions for all budgets. Enjoy due to climate and wonderful Mediterranean coast near the ancient cities, offer a mix of near perfection that delight travelers. SPORTS AND LEISURE Swimming and cruising the cave phosphorus (Fosforlu Magara) is still used by ships to Turunc and Kumlubük. It offers the opportunity to swim in waters clean and colorful. The island of Cennet (paradise located thirty minutes of Wednesday) is a peninsula almost completely covered with forest. Ideal for a swim in the sea or for the pleasure of a small crossing. Tours: we come to the waterfall Turgut after a fifteen minutes walk from the small village of Turgut, located 35 km from Marmaris. The place is nice, at the foot of a cascade of ten meters high. HISTORY It assesses the first settlers arrived around 3400 BC This tribe settled in the area, guided by a chief named Kar. Carie name or country of Kar appears much later. The richness of the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts makes Marmaris very attractive. That is why the city is experiencing various civilizations to the present day: Egyptian Ionian Dorienne, Persian, Macedonian, Syrian, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman. SITES Castles and fortresses Built by the loniens, repaired at the time of Alexander the Great, the castle of Marmaris was expanded and restored by Suleyman the Magnificent on dispatch of Rhodes in 1522. Travelers can make them admire the panorama. The town of Loryma (Bozukkale) houses the most impressive building of the peninsula: accessible only by sea, Burunbasi fortress overlooking the entrance to the bay. It has nine rectangular towers distributed around the island of Rhodes. At the moment, only the north tower of the visit. Environment Bozburun village, located 50 km from Marmaris remains a step of bus lines. Pins, flowers and thyme honey are the peculiarities of the village. A tree 1,000 years old is in the middle. Günnücek: a forest of incense in the world is near a picnic area, 2 km from Marmaris. Sigla oil, is used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. It is also a place of very pleasant promenade where the sea is shallow. Marmaris Museum: The Citadel has been nationalized and restored between 1980 and 1990 and then transformed into a museum. Five galleries are open to the public. -Among them, one of them is reserved for archaeological works and another is ethnographic room (converted into Turkish house). The fourth gallery reconstructs the room of the governor of the citadel. SHOPPING In addition to the lace, objects of copper and wood from other regions, jewelry and clothes are sold in local stores port. Do not forget to buy honey and jam. KITCHEN The sura Tarhan and Marmaris are famous in the region. The “Tarhan” based on meat juices and “börülce” is prepared during the summer in anticipation of winter. The “sura” is cooking with meat stuffed with rice during celebrations of the Sheep and Hidirellez (spring festival). CLIMATE MEDITERRANEAN type: hot summers and dry, temperate and rainy winters. TO GET MARMARIS By car: You can get to by bus from Marmaris almost all cities of Turkey. There are regular flights to Bodrum, Fethiye and Datça. The bus station is located 2 km from the city center. Tel. : (90-252) 412 30 37 By Air: The Dalaman airport is only about 100 km from Marmaris. The shuttles are provided by regular services (rate of 7.30 to 22 hours) and the cars of the Airports Authority. The airport of Bodrum-Milas may be another alternative. Dalaman Airport. tel. : (90-252) 792 52 91 Airport Bodrum-Milas tel.: (90-252) 523 01 01 ACCOMMODATIONS To find the hotel that suits you, help you search engine by entering the name of the city. DO NOT MISS … • The festivals in the region, following in the footsteps of Antony and Cleopatra • The surrounding area of Marmaris: Turunç, Cennet Island, Bozburun, the waterfall Turgut, Yalanci Bogaz, Günnücek • The honey, and Tarhan sura, festive local delights TELEPHONE NUMBERS Tourist Information: (90-252) 412 10 35-412 72 77 Hospital: (90-252) 412 10 29 Port Authority: (90-252) 412 10 13 Directorate of Customs: (90-252) 412 03 54
 Fethiye
Fethiye, the former Telmessos, nicknamed “Immaculate Virgin of the country of Lights” is in a beautiful bay surrounded by pine forests. In the Gulf north, twelve islands close the bay. Remains Persian, lyciens, Carien and Roman contribute to the celebrity places. Fethiye is one of the most important tourism thanks to its cultural wealth and its superb geographical setting. SPORTS AND LEISURE Water sports: diving, rafting and paragliding (on the summit of Mount Babadag) is easily practiced in the region. Notice to thrill! Beaches: beaches and coves are èdent Station near Fethiye. Minibuses known as “dolmus” link to the city all day. Pine forests down to the coast, warm water, in turn purple and blue, and the long sandy beach transform Oludeniz (Dead Sea in the literal sense) in bathers’ paradise. You can also go to Calis, 4 km of pristine beaches ventilated with a gentle breeze await you … HISTORY Once maritime city on the border of Lycia and the caries, the current Fethiye gate in the ancient name Telmessos. The city existed since the fifth century BC and has long ensured its independence vis-à -vis the Lycia. However, it falls under the domination of foreign powers: Persia, Alexander the Great, Rome, Kingdom of Pergamon, Byzantium, and Principality of Menteseogullari Ottoman Empire. SITES Ancient cities: Tlos it would be the oldest city in the region Lycian (2000 BC). Admire the cemetery installed on the rock of the Acropolis. The remarkable prehistoric royal tomb is dedicated to Bellerophon, cavalier mythical Pegasus. Xanthos: Former political capital of Lycia, she was nicknamed “the city claims” because of the attacks, earthquakes and fires and suffered “city of monuments” for its numerous relics. Island Boat (Gemiler Adasi): one of the first centers spread of Christianity, also known as Saint-Nicolas, boats travel there Blue calling. Letoon: it was found that the famous stele trilingual (lycien, Greek and Aramaic). Pinar: its temple dedicated to Aphrodite and its many tombs in a “nest of pigeons” deserve your attention. Remains: the ancient theater: built in the early Roman period, it was used as an arena to the Byzantine period. The Citadel: built by the Knights of St. John of Rhodes, the fortress includes small rock tombs, some inscriptions and a tank. Rock Tombs: dated XIV century BC, the rock tombs of Lycia have the reputation of Fethiye. That of Amyntas (fourth century BC.), Cut into the rock, dominates the city, colossal. Its facade is composed of two columns and a false door, like a temple. MUSEUMS The mus ear of Fethiye houses works from the Hellenistic period to the Byzantine period. There is also a section of Ethnography. Tel. : (90-252) 614 11 50. Open every day except Monday from 9 am to 18 pm. SHOPPING Do not miss carpets woven by peasants in the region, or bags sold in the bazaar of Fethiye (next to the old Turkish baths). And why not bring a three-stringed violin, manufactured locally? The fish lovers will be delighted to Fethiye. Taste in next port along the promenade or in the bazaar. CLIMATE There is in Fethiye a Mediterranean climate. There is hot and dry in summer and winter is warm and rainy. The temperature around 30 degrees C in summer and over 10 ° C in winter. Sea temperature does not descend below 16 ° C. TO GET fethiye By car or bus: Three roads linking Fethiye in Mugla, Antalya and Burdur. Tel. the bus station: (90-252) 262 46 87 By air: The nearest airports are at Dalaman (50 km) and Bodrum (255 km). Besides regular flights THY (Turkish Airlines), there are international flights. By Boat: The port of Fethiye, thanks to its natural situation well protected, is the passage of all yachts. The boats belonging to the Directorate General of Turkish Maritime Lines stop in Fethiye when traveling in the Mediterranean held during the summer. ACCOMMODATIONS To find the hotel that suits you, help you search engine by entering the name of the city. • The beaches of Oludeniz, the village hidden valley and butterflies, paradise bay where the water is transparent • Sipping a glass of drink on the port • Attend an evening hosted by Turkish dancers accompanied by local instruments TELEPHONE NUMBERS Tourist Information: (90-252) 614 15 27-612 19 75 Security: (90-252) 614 40 17 Port Authority: (90-252) 614 11 87 Hospital: (90-252) 614 40 17 |
