Marmaris Attractions
Southwest coast (Mediterranean)
Position of the holiday resort
The port town of Marmaris lies 60km/37mi south of the provincial capital Mugla at the head of Marmaris bay, an inlet sheltered from the sea by a number of rocky islets. Owing to its beautiful situation in lush green surroundings and pine woods, its sheltered harbor and long beautiful beaches around the shores of the bay, Marmaris has developed into a popular holiday resort with modern hotels, guest-houses and holiday homes, some of which are a long way from the town. It is easily accessible via the regional airport at Dalaman 100km/60mi to the east.
History
The modern town's predecessor was Physkos, a dependency of Rhodes. A few traces of the old Hellenistic town can be detected on the Hill of Asartepe outside the built-up area. During the 14th century under the Seljuks, Marmaris was ruled by the Emirs of the Mentese dynasty from Milas and then later incorporated into the Ottoman Empire. Many of the present inhabitants are the descendants of Turks from Crete.
Position of the holiday resort
The port town of Marmaris lies 60km/37mi south of the provincial capital Mugla at the head of Marmaris bay, an inlet sheltered from the sea by a number of rocky islets. Owing to its beautiful situation in lush green surroundings and pine woods, its sheltered harbor and long beautiful beaches around the shores of the bay, Marmaris has developed into a popular holiday resort with modern hotels, guest-houses and holiday homes, some of which are a long way from the town. It is easily accessible via the regional airport at Dalaman 100km/60mi to the east.
History
The modern town's predecessor was Physkos, a dependency of Rhodes. A few traces of the old Hellenistic town can be detected on the Hill of Asartepe outside the built-up area. During the 14th century under the Seljuks, Marmaris was ruled by the Emirs of the Mentese dynasty from Milas and then later incorporated into the Ottoman Empire. Many of the present inhabitants are the descendants of Turks from Crete.
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Kaunos, Turkey
(Near Marmaris)
The ancient ruins of Kaunos can be reached by boat from the village of Dalyan, where visitors can see 4th C B.C. rock tombs hewn from the rock wall.
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Mugla, Turkey
(Near Marmaris)
The town of Mugla is set on hills with steep alleys and white houses with uncharacteristically large overhanging roofs. To the north is a medieval castle.
Old Town
The half-timbered houses of the old town of Marmaris huddle round a medieval castle on a peninsula projecting into a bay. At the foot of the hill lies the well-equipped harbor with berths for yachts, landing-stages for car ferries to Rhodes, boat trips to Kaunos in the Dalyan delta, Datça Knidos or Bodrum. Restaurants, cafes and the tourist information bureau can also be found in this quarter. There is a lively bazaar in the old town.
Fishing Charters
Visitors looking to get out on the water can venture out on a fishing trip. The "Finding Nemo Boat" offers charters out of Marmaris.
