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Marmaris
Marmaris is located in southwestern Turkey, in the Aegean region, on the shore of a picturesque bay where the Aegean and Mediterranean seas meet. The town serves as a convenient starting point for trips to neighboring resorts and ports - Fethiye is to the northeast, Bodrum to the northwest, and the nearest international airport is in Dalaman, about an hour to an hour and a half by road.
As a seaside beach resort Marmaris is known for its gentle, wave-sheltered beaches, developed promenade and large marina. It has well-developed infrastructure for family holidays, sailing and yachting enthusiasts, and for those looking for a mix of beach relaxation and city life with restaurants, bars and shops.
The town's history dates back to antiquity - on a hilltop stands Kale Castle with the exhibits of the city museum, and in the old quarters there are monuments from the Ottoman period. Marmaris was an important trading point and transit port for centuries, which is reflected in the city's architecture and cultural layers.
Besides beach holidays, Marmaris attracts visitors with boat trips, day cruises to nearby bays and islands, as well as active recreation in the mountains and national parks. Popular activities include diving, kayaking, water sports and jeep safaris in the pine forests around the town.
The main parts of the town useful to tourists are the center with the promenade and old harbor, the Icmeler area with long beaches and a peaceful atmosphere, as well as Armutalan and suburban villages where hotels and villas are concentrated. In high season there is ferry service to the island of Rhodes.
The climate is Mediterranean: hot dry summers and mild wet winters. The best time for beach and sea holidays is May-June and September-October, when the weather is warm and tourist crowds are smaller than in July-August.
Marmaris - yachts, sunny beaches and pine-covered hills of the Aegean region.
Marmaris - Kale Castle and the yacht bay
The main attractions of Marmaris are concentrated in the coastal area and old town. Besides Kale Castle, be sure to visit the marina with its promenades, where yachts and traditional gulets depart daily on day cruises to bays, beaches and small islands along the coast.
Nature lovers will find many picturesque bays with crystal-clear water nearby, pine-covered slopes for walks and viewpoints. Short trips to Turunc and neighboring villages are popular, as are jeep safaris and trekking in coastal national parks, where you can see the region's typical flora and fauna.
Marmaris offers a developed entertainment and shopping infrastructure: lively markets and bazaars selling handicrafts, textiles and souvenirs, as well as modern shopping centers and night venues on the promenade for evening walks and live music.
For active holidays there is a wide choice of water activities - diving centers, sailing schools and equipment rental for kayaking. Marmaris is also considered a starting point for longer yacht routes along the Turkish coast.
The city's cuisine combines fresh seafood, Mediterranean ingredients and Turkish meze, making gastronomic walks an important part of the tourist experience. The best periods to visit for a variety of activities and comfortable weather are late spring and early autumn.
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