Marmaris is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Turkey. The resort is famous for the largest yacht port in the country, numerous entertainment options and excellent All Inclusive hotels. It is not surprising that tours to Marmaris are in high demand both among the residents of Europe, who were the first to discover this resort, and among our compatriots. According to statistics, more than 2 million people visit the city every year.
The largest influx of tourists is in the summer, high period, when the sea warms up well for swimming. You can settle both in Marmaris itself (the western part of the city is built up with hotels for every taste), and in the suburbs closest to the city - the resort villages of Icmeler and Turunch, where minibuses and scheduled boats go from Marmaris.
Marmaris is chosen for vacation by completely different people. Tourists with children like the local beaches and climate, young people - the opportunity to dance the night away in the resort's numerous nightclubs, older people are interested in the proximity of the city to historical sights (ancient buildings of Knidos, Kavnos, Idima, Telmessos, Ephesus).
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Where is Marmaris
Marmaris is located in a unique place - on the coast of the bay of the same name, which protects from strong waves the Nimara Peninsula, which protrudes into the sea. This makes a beach holiday in Marmaris especially enjoyable.
We can say that Marmaris is built at the junction of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. No one can say for sure where the border between the two seas lies. Some geographers claim that the two seas meet just west of Marmaris - at the Datca peninsula. Others believe that this occurs between Marmaris and the more eastern Dalaman. Be that as it may, but purchasing tours to Marmaris is a great chance to swim in two seas.
On the land side, the city is separated from the rest of the mainland by hills with pine groves. The presence of coniferous forests near the resort provides a unique microclimate appreciated by vacationers from different parts of the world.
Another advantage of the location of Marmaris is due to the fact that directly opposite this resort is the Greek island of Rhodes - the former patrimony of the Johannites, who later, after their resettlement to Malta, will be called the Knights of Malta. Boat excursions are arranged to Rhodes from Marmaris (don't be scared by the absence of a Schengen visa in your passport. The national Greek visa will be put right before the trip).
A bit of history
Marmaris is an ancient port city, which was founded, according to some sources, in the VI century BC. NS. Then it was called Fiskos and belonged to the kingdom of Caria. Unfortunately, nothing survived from the buildings of that time.
Throughout its history, Marmaris was owned by different peoples. At first it was commanded by the Greeks, then by the Persians, then Alexander the Great came here with his army. In the 2nd century AD, the Romans were noted here. After that, the city became part of Byzantium. Finally, in the XIV century, the Ottomans came here to stay here forever.
After the reconstruction of the local fortress in the first half of the 16th century, Marmaris got its current name, which translates as "Resplendent". I must say that this name suits him very much - the snow-white houses under the bright tiles simply blind the eyes of an unprepared tourist.
Attractions of Marmaris
Briefly about the main
All tourists who decide to purchase tours to Marmaris should know some important points.
The nearest airport to Marmaris is in Dalaman.90 km, which separates Marmaris and Dalaman, shuttle buses cover in about 1 hour and 45 minutes. They give a lift to the Marmaris bus station. You can get to the doorstep of the selected hotel if you order a transfer when buying tours to Marmaris.
Sand and pebble beaches prevail in the Marmaris region. In many hotels, you can go down to the water on special platforms.
- The city beach in Marmaris is quite narrow and is always packed with vacationers during the holiday season. A wonderful promenade with bars and restaurants runs along it.
- More picturesque beaches are found in nearby villages. The most famous and beautiful is the sandy (in some places sand and gravel) beach in Icmeler.
- In the vicinity of the resorts of Turunc and Kumlubuk, you can find secluded coves with wild beaches.
- Also, good beaches are located in the Gunnuzhek Park, where minibuses run.
In Marmaris itself there are several interesting tourist places that can be visited in between sunbathing and sea baths. Visit the castle founded by the Johannites and rebuilt in the 16th century by Sultan Suleiman. There is a museum in the castle. Walk along the waterfront and see Netsel Marmaris Marina, a luxurious yacht port. Take a look at Barnaya Street, named for the abundance of drinking establishments, and the Grand Bazaar, which sells everything your heart desires.
