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Have Fun on Popular Beaches with Cheap Holidays to Marmaris

by Amanda Sutcliffe Travel Deals

A Turkish coastal city located in the Mugla Province, Marmaris is among the country's popular destinations for enjoying a pleasant holiday. It has some captivating natural surroundings characterised by a long coastline, isolated bays, pine-covered hills, and charming beaches. During your time spent in this city, you'll also come across ancient sites and marinas. Until the late 20th century, Marmaris was a sleepy little fishing village. It was transformed into a tourist hotspot owing to a construction boom that began in the 1980s. Today, this city welcomes more than 300,000 tourists during the summer season.

While enjoying your cheap holidays to Marmaris, you can indulge in some exciting activities. One of them is swimming in the secluded bays and shallow waters that touch its sandy beaches. This is one of the destinations that enjoy 300 days of sunshine in a year. It is also a major centre for yachting and diving. A well-organised transport system in this part of the world would help you get to your desired spots in the city and its surrounding regions. One of these spots is the historical centre of the city. It is home to some old buildings that date back to the 16th century when this region was ruled by the Ottoman Empire.

All these historic buildings have been restored and protected. Some of them have also been transformed into shopping malls, restaurants, and bars. You'll be delighted to explore some of these old structures, such as the Marmaris Castle and Museum. You can have excellent choices in accommodation as the city is home to various kinds of hotels that cater to different budgets. Those with limited budgets can also choose to stay in affordable apartments. Nightlife in this Turkish city can be quite exciting with the presence of some elegant bars and nightclubs. However, what excite tourists the most about Marmaris is its gorgeous beaches.

Marmaris Urban Beach is the most famous among them. It offers a lively and cosmopolitan environment for visitors and is an ideal spot to unwind and have plenty of fun. It is the closest beach to the city centre, which would make it easier for you to get to this beach from your hotel or apartment. Many events are also organised here by the municipality every year. Located next to this beach is Uzunyali Beach, also called Long Beach. It has a long, sandy coastline that extends to about 10 kilometres. The attractive promenade nearby is also worth exploring for its cafes and souvenir shops.

Icmeler region also has a mesmerising beach that has 6 kilometres of golden sands. It is located at a distance of about 8 kilometres to the west of the city and can be easily reached by taking any of the popular transport modes. While at this beach, you can relax under warm rays of the sun or hire a parasol if you wish to unwind under the shade. Some of the activities you can indulge in during your time spent on the Icmeler Beach are water-skiing, scuba diving, or taking a ride in a banana boat.


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