Marmaris Hotels
Welcome to Istanbul Turkey Hotels Marmaris Section . Surrounded
by pine-clad hills, Marmaris is located on the site of ancient Phykos. There
are however numerous examples of Ottoman architecture from the reign of
Suleyman 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 and Tashan,
also built in the 16th century.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 Icmeler, Kumlubuk, Turunc, and Kadirga.
The forests of fragrant pine- trees around Marmaris offer tempting picnic
spots. Marmaris is a calling place on the Blue Voyage and boats may be hired
here to go to Bodrum and Fethiye.Boat tours are also available to the nearby
ruins of ancient Caunos. Good highway connections make it easy to visit more
distant places like Knidos, Pamukkale, Aphrodisias, and even Ephesus. The
Marmaris marina is amply provided with everything a yachtsman might need.
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