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They say that good things take time and this applies to some of the most beautiful places hiding like precious gems among long trails, woods and huge bodies of water.
If there’s one destination that Turkey should be proud of, it is the captivating beauty of Dalyan that will surely snatch the hearts of its visitors. With the diverse scenery this place has to offer, paying a visit is definitely a worthwhile experience.
Location
Found in Mugla Province, Dalyan is in between the Marmaris and Fethiye districts situated in the south-west coast of Turkey. The small town right beside Mediterranean is one of the most visited tourist destinations, but was able to remain unsullied.
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Aside from remnants of the ancient times that are truly sight to behold, Dalyan was able to gain international allure due to its aim of preserving the natural habitat of the endangered Caretta Caretta, by opposing the construction of a commercialized hotel in one of its areas.
Climate
Experiencing Dalyan is best during the months of June, July, August and September because they complete the summer stretch of the year in the said place.
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Those who want to take advantage of the beach should avoid the rainy season that starts in October until January.
Transportation
Dalyan can be reached internationally by booking a flight to Dalaman Airport. From here, getting to Dalyan takes about 40 minutes by car.
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Taxis are the most common mode of transportation from the airport to the said town.
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Riding a dolmus is also another mode of transportation ideally for those who would come from Marmaris, Fathiye and other surrounding villages. Water travel is already a sight to behold as this will pass through estuaries and rock formations.
Attractions
Iztuzu Beach
Also known as Turkey’s turtle beach, this place serves as a hub for endangered loggerhead sea turtles. Iztuzu is alluring on its own as it boasts fine sands that are nice to walk on and the blue sea surrounding it is very appealing.
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Note that the water isn’t that deep, which is perfect even for families with small kids.
Caretta Caretta
The battle to preserve and nurture them began in 1987 when developers laid out a plan of building hotels right at the heart of these numbered species’ habitat.
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Thanks to conservationists who fought and stressed the importance of leaving the turtles’ natural habitat, the place that was supposed to be a commercialized spot turned into a protected area where these animals can reproduce and live.
Kaunos
This archaeological site is one of the remnants of the ancient world. Founded in 9th century BC, Kaunos has witnessed several facets in history from the flourishing of civilizations to the rise and fall of past empires.
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The ancient theater, which is now a preserved tourist destination, exhibits both Hellenic and Roman aesthetics that reminds us of the good old days from the mentioned civilizations.
Six Rock Tombs
The astounding facade resembles temples as this site faces the sea. This alone announces the impeccable ability of Lycians when it comes to stone-masonry.
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Turkey is famous for its ancient tombs, and this one found in Dalyan is considered to be one of the most famous of them all.
See More:
Discover Dalyan:
http://www.dalyan4u.com/
Dalyan, Turkey Guide – Turkey Travel Planner:
http://www.turkeytravelplanner.com/go/med/Dalyan/
Images:
(1) http://cdn.tourismontheedge.com
(2) http://www.villasindalyan.com
(3) http://www.agnitravel.com
(4) http://www.dalamanairporttaxitransfer.co.uk
(5) http://www.dalyanturkuazhomes.com
(6) http://www.apollonvillas.com
(7) http://www.ilovedalyan.com
(8) https://www.goolets.net
(9) http://yachtsngulets.com
Aira Algado
