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Dalaman Travel Guide

December 31, 2007 |

A trip to Dalaman
With long, stretching beaches, a glittering blue sea, fascinating culture and endless clubs, Dalaman caters to tourists of different tastes and likings. Turkish food is also not to be passed on while nightlife involves a lot of belly dancing. Strutting your stuff local style can be difficult to do after a hearty local meal, however. Dalaman is also home to majestic mountains and lovely valleys that bustle with millions of butterflies. There are also a few riverside resorts near Dalaman that are ideal for a family day out.

Flights to Dalaman
Travelling to Dalaman is easy as there’s a modern airport located only a short drive from the city centre. The airport receives a number of domestic flights from Istanbul and non-stop flights from Europe. Those from other cities in Turkey will have to fly to Istanbul first and get a connecting flight to Dalaman.

Walking is a popular way to get around Dalaman, offering the best way to explore the city’s hidden treasures and soak in the stunning views of the hills and beaches. It can get hot here however so you may need to use local taxis for longer trips.

Sightseeing in Dalaman
You will be kept busy all the time in Dalaman, with all kinds of resorts imaginable dotting the town. Nearby Marmaris and Hisaronu are throbbing with excitement both day and night, while you can also observe a magnificent Ottoman castle, an old amphitheatre and rolling hills here. History buffs will love Fethiye, built on the site of the ancient city of Telmessos, where you can find carved cliff-face tombs and fascinating old ruins dating back to the 4th century BC.

From Fethiye, hop on a boat to get to the renowned Butterfly Valley. Expect to meet and greet with millions of butterflies that make this gorge their habitat between June and September. Spa lovers shouldn’t miss the mud baths near Dalyan, a resort close to Dalaman, where you can pamper yourself.

Fun by night – eating drinking and partying
Food is one of the main reasons to visit Turkey and Dalaman is no exception. The city is filled with aromatic scents of Turkish delights including local favourite arnavut cigeri, featuring chopped and fried liver with onions. Finish off your meal with a cup of strong apple tea or a shot a raki.

A typical Turkish night is all about having good food and a lot of dancing. Marmaris is perfect for those into disco vibes, while jazz bars are aplenty at the harbour town of Kalkan. If you are traveling in a group, booking a moonlight party cruise that comes complete with DJs and endless cocktails is a good idea.

Fun by day - shopping and activities
Shopping in Dalaman is fun, but don’t expect modern super-malls. As with most Turkish towns, Dalaman has a wide range of souvenirs and local handicrafts for those wishing to bring back memories from Turkey. Several markets and bazaars sell local food including Turkish signature apple tea and spices. Turkish carpets also boast good quality and intricate designs.

Apart from shopping, there are many other things to do in Dalaman. Marmaris has a few water parks where you can cool off or you can head to the hills for an exciting horseback safari.


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