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Datca Peninsula & Dalyan
Escape to this unspoilt region of Turkey with its striking natural scenery, wondrous wildlife and fascinating history.
If you're looking for unspoilt beauty, look no further than this enchanting region of Turkey. Head for the pin-drop peaceful Datca Peninsula and soak up the awe-inspiring scenery of emerald-green forests and pretty coves. Laid-back and wonderfully friendly, the peninsula sits west of Marmaris and separates the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. Famous for the three B's' - bal' honey, badem' almonds and balik' fish, this is arguably one of Turkey's most off-the-tourist-trail regions. Head east and you'll arrive in the hushed hideaway of Hisaronu. Not to be confused with the neon-lit Hisaronu near Fethiye, this traditional village overlooks a Tiffany-
blue bay and is dotted with a handful of shops, restaurants and sandy beaches. Or perhaps it'll be the little town of Dalyan, a haven for relaxation. It's retained its authentic ambience and charm - pretty streets are laced with traditional restaurants, charming shops and a colourful bazaar. Enjoy a day on the sweeping five kilometre sandbar beach of Iztuzu. It's one of Turkey's most wow-factor beaches, voted the world's best in the 90's. And don't miss the historical sights, including the ancient city of Caunos and the rock tombs along the Lycian Coast. Wherever you head here, this picture-postcard region will sweep you off your feet.
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Experience& the soothing pleasure of being caked in warm mud at Dalyan's famous natural mud baths Visit& Koycegiz Lake which is particularly entrancing in the soft light of early morning or at night Discover& marsh frogs croaking in the rushes, stripe-necked terrapins darting in and out of the water and the bewildering variety of birds Explore& the dramatically-situated ruins of the rocky acropolis of Caunos above the fish hatcheries. Some of the most impressively fortified walls still standing in Western Turkey are found here Catch& a water-taxi downstream to marvel at the magnificent 3rd century BC tombs which loom like miniature temples hewn out of the cliffs high above the river, opposite the town
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Dalyan
Climate
Average daily maximum temperature (ºC) Jul 27 Aug 28 Sept 26 Oct 22
Datca Peninsula & Dalyan Apr May Jun 17 21 23
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