Marmaris - at the junction of the southern Turkish seas. Description and characteristics of the city.

Marmaris is one of the most famous Turkish resorts. It is also a major international port of the Mediterranean region. Marmaris is located in the southern part of the republic. In this place two seas connect: the Mediterranean and the Aegean. It is also located on the coast of the largest bay in the world. And it has the longest promenade. The length of the Marmaris promenade is almost 12 kilometers. Marmaris is fenced off from rough waves by a huge island blocking the entrance to the harbor. On the continental side, it is flanked on all sides by high mountains. A large half of the territory is occupied by protected oleander and coniferous forests. Marmaris has the prestige of one of the cleanest resorts of the Turkish Riviera.

Where is Marmaris?

Marmaris is located at the junction of the main sea, sea and land passenger routes. The airport is the closest to it, 88 kilometers awayDalamanwhich in the summer time accepts flights from anywhere in Europe. For the rest of the year, you will have to transfer via Istanbul, Ankara and Ankara airports.Izmir. Also here is a well established route communication - in fact from all neighboring cities you can get to Marmaris within two to three hours. For those who travel by car, there are ferries departing from Marmaris.DutchessиBodrum.

Is it hot in Marmaris?

Geographically, the resort is located in the Mediterranean climate zone. It seems that unique natural conditions have made the climate here so special. Compared to Antalya, the air here is drier. Thanks to this, the heat is easier to bear. Also from the sea always blows a cool breeze. Despite the fact that in April it is already warm enough (+20°C), the water is still cool (+18°C). Therefore, the tourist season in Marmaris comes in May. Then the water heats up to +20°C and is comfortable for swimming. The hottest months are July and August. At this time the air temperature can reach +40°C, but on average is +35°C, and the sea warms up to +25°C. In August, the heat drops to +30°C and the velvet season comes, which lasts until the end of October. In the winter months the thermometer slides down to +7°C, and there are also small frosts. From December to February there are cold rains with wet snow.

A brief history of Marmaris.

Marmaris has an ancient history. Its ancestor was the ancient Greek town of Fiskos, built in the IV century BC.