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The Town of DALYAN
With its peculiar geographic and economic
characteristics and with its plants and seafood,
Dalyan is different from the region. Historical
values contribute to deepen this difference. With
its nature Dalyan is a paradise where nature and
history embrace eachother. The town of Dalyan is
situated near the river.
The distance from the sea is 12 kilometers and 4
nautical miles from the canal. Its environment is
surrounded by rich plants and agricultural fields.
The population of the town is around 4000 in winter,
but this number doubles in summer.
Dalyan means in Turkish:
Enclosure of nets fixed on poles used for catching
fish. Twelve years ago Dalyan was a small fishing
village, the discovery of the endangered Caretta
Caretta Turtles and the wildlife in the area led to
campaign to listed the area for conservation. Since
1989 Turkey has taken steps towards the the
conservation of wildlife. One and most important of
protected area is Dalyan.
The village has therefore retained its natural charm
and beauty. A haven for relaxation that has
blossomed to cater for the serious traveller. There
are many restaurants in which to try Turkish
cuisine, bars and shops. There are few discos out of
town, so as not to disturb those of you that wish to
retire early. In summary a unique destination full
of culture, charm, history and contrasting beauty,
excellent cuisine and unforgetable hospitality. Our
hotel is located in Dalyan - Hidden Paradise.
Dalyan is 80 km away from Marmaris
and 75 km away from Fethiye. It was established as a
fishing village in the last century. On the wharf
there's a mosque which belongs to the last century.
Its name comes from crawls which were set up on the
Dalyan river. We see small villages and farm houses
and the life is quite simple and natural. However in
recent years, two or three storied houses like Mugla
type houses, accommodation facilities and shops have
been built.
IZTUZU COAST and DELIK ADA
Dalyan has become famous suddenly in the world in
1987. Because the Iztuzu coast is the breeding place
for Caretta-Caretta turtles.
Hotels were planned to be built in
the region. By the efforts of nature lovers the
region was opened to the public, on ondition of
buildings prefabricated facilities and the region
was declared as a special protected area.
There are many restaurants in
which to try Turkish cuisine, bars and shops. There
are few discos out of town, so as not to disturb
those of you that wish to retire early. In summary a
unique destination full of culture, charm, history
and contrasting beauty, excellent cuisine and
unforgetable hospitality. Our hotel is located in
Dalyan - Hidden Paradise . |