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"MARMARIS"
Surrounded by pine-clad hills, Marmaris is located on the site
of ancient Phykos of which nothing at all remains since the modern town sits
atop the ruins. There are however numerous examples of Ottoman architecture
from the reign of Süleyman the Magnificent since Marmaris was taken by him
as part of his campaign against the island of Rhodes nearby. Among the
buildings that may be seen are the castle built in 1521; a caravanserai built
in 1545; Tashan, also built in the 16th century; and the Mosque of Ibrahim
Agha, dated 1789.
Marmaris is deservedly better known for its natural beauty: the
lace-like coastline is embellished with coves and
inlets where one may go swimming, diving, or fishing. The sheltered bay is
excellent for windsurfing. Accommodations, restaurants, and cafes are plentiful
and tours are available to coves like Içmeler, Kumlubük,
Turunç, and Kadirga. Nearby is a sea cavern called Fosforlu
(Phosphorescent). The forests of fragrant storax trees around Marmaris offer
tempting picnic spots. |
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Marmaris is a calling
place on the Blue Voyage and gullets may be hired here to go to Bodrum and
Fethiye. Good highway connections make it easy to visit more distant places
like Knidos, Pamukkale, Aphrodisias, and even Ephessus. The Marmaris marina is
amply provided with everything a yachtsman might need.
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