DALYAN FETHIYE / TURKEY

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 unforgettable hospitality.

FETHIYE TURKEY
Welcome to Fethiye, the land of lights, where the torrent of civilizations created in the time tunnel and gliding from inaccessible summits of wild Taurus Mountains meet to the foamy dark blue water of Mediterranean. Believing that, neither the best words nor the limited pages of a large book define such a beauty with all its magnificence and also without any loss, we submit the appreciation of this phenomenon to the testimony of your eyes which are the best witnesses. How lucky for us if we have been able to offer you the sincere hospitality of Mediterranean people as far as we can speak and we can do, during the adventure of one century that you have experienced in such a short time.