Did you know that the city of Marmaris, previously known as Physkos, among many other historical features, is recognized by its landmark castle that sits at the peak of the hilltop in the Old Town district.
Based on the records from history, the castle has been there since 3000 B.C. The castle has been occupied by many civilizations since then. The known Caria region, during the Hellenistic age, it was invaded by Alexander the Great. The castle during that time, held a very strategic value.
In the 17th century, the castle is mentioned by writer Evliya Celebi, as being rebuilt by Kanuni Sultan Suleyman in 1522. Since 1979, the castle has been renovated while restoring it to its original condition and is now a lovely museum with seven galleries, the largest is an exhibition hall.
Marmaris, the pearl of the Southern Aegean, has a wide range of route possibilities. Gocek Islands and the very popular Hisarönü Gulf are among the Turkey route alternatives for your Marmaris active tours due to geography. If you want to visit the Greek islands with your group, they are extremely close after you complete the international exit procedures at Marmaris custom!
If you take the opposite route, you can visit Marmaris Castle using one-way routes that begin in Bodrum and end in Göcek or Marmaris. Another alternative is to visit the impressive Marmaris castle on your Fethiye or Göcek active tours and learn more about Marmaris’ history.
We’d like to present you to our boat, the 8-cabin Queen of RTT gulet, which is suitable for the content of this page. The Queen of RTT gulet, a large group entertainment boat with a capacity of 8 cabins and 18 guests, may take you on a wonderful voyage through Marmaris’ history. This lovely Turkish gulet will be a good alternative for tour starts from any port, whether it is a Marmaris moving tour, Fethiye or Bodrum.
If your gulet cruise Turkey travels bring you to Marmaris, it is a lovely visit to see the castle, and even better, the panoramic views are amazing, making it quite ideal for adding to your holiday photo and video gallery.
Why not pay a visit during your gulet charter Turkey holidays.
