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Nestled in a picturesque bay boasting crystal-clear waters, Marmaris is where the Mediterranean meets the Aegean Sea. Towering over the horizon are the aromatic pine forests that grace the mountain peaks. With its idyllic beaches, Marmaris makes for an ideal spot to unwind and soak up the sun. Visitors can indulge in a plethora of activities and sights, ensuring a fun-filled vacation.

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Marmaris is a popular Turkish Holiday resort with plenty to do if you like beaches, history and culture. Enjoy an authentic Turkish Hamam or visit one of the nearby towns or islands: your holiday here will be full of sun and excitement.

Marmaris Castle And Archaeology Museum

The little fort dating from 1522 has been restored and is worth a visit, though the most remarkable aspect is still its view of Marmaris. The museum hosts various artifacts from antiquity and several Medieval cannons.

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Datça Peninsula

The road across the Datça peninsula has stunning scenery, with steep mountains, ravines and flat countryside. Datça is an attractive village about 90 kilometres west of Marmaris. From Körmen, just north of Datça, there are boats to the port city of Bodrum. At the Saturday market in Datça you will find food, household utensils, beautiful tablecloths and clothes. You can reach it with local transportation.

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Kaunos, Dalyan

Travelling eastward from Marmaris takes you along the famous Lycian coast. Near the Dalyan River, about 80 kilometres east of Marmaris, are the spectacular rock tombs of Kaunos, and untamed scenery. The Loggerhead turtle comes here to lay its eggs on the beaches. The river’s mud is used for therapeutic clay packing, which is regarded as very health-giving. You can come here on excursion bus or dolmus taxi.

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Fethiye

This is a quiet little town surrounded by fields of fruit and tomatoes, ideal for family trips. Almynta’s tomb is the town’s symbol, and nearby there are several Lycian graves. In the market there are small fish counters where you can choose what fish you want to eat. One of Turkey’s most spectacular beaches, Ölüdeniz (the Dead Sea, meaning the Calm Sea), lies about 25 minutes by bus from Fethiye’s centre. Come here on a local bus or dolmus.

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Patara & Demre

The long and beautiful Patara beach, with its protected sand dunes, is where the sea turtles come to lay their eggs. The ancient town, hidden beneath the sands, is now being excavated. Patara is best known as the birthplace of St Nicholas, also called Santa Claus or Father Christmas. You can visit his grave at Demre. Come here on the local bus or dolmus.

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Rhodes

The Greek island of Rhodes is a very popular destination for excursions, with its plethora of churches, monasteries, mosques and mediaeval buildings. Both UNESCO and the European Union are protecting this unique cultural heritage, with the Old Town being one of Europe’s most authentic medieval sites. There are daily boat trips to Rhodes and the journey takes 1 hour.

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Population:	34, 729 (2022)
Currency:	Turkish Lira (TRY) 1 = 100 kuruş
Emergency Numbers:	Emergency: 112 Medical Care: 113 Police: 155
Newspapers:	Hürriyet Daily News – www.hurriyetdailynews.com
Opening Hours:	Shops are generally open from Monday to Saturday between 9:30am and 7/8pm. Shops might be closed over lunch between 1 and 2pm. Banks are generally open during weekdays from 8:30am–noon.
Tourist Information:	Marmaris Tourist Information Centre Tepe Mah, Kordon Cd. 45.sok D:NO:2, Marmaris Opening hours: Mon–Fri 8am–5pm +90 252 412 10 35