Marmaris July 2011
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| Marmaris Castle |
We had a great day out recently when we visited the Marmaris Castle and Archeological Museum. Originally it was thought to have been built as a fortress by the Ionians but was taken over by Suleyman the Magnificent in 1552 after his successful campaign against Rhodes.
Later it fell into decline. However it was restored between 1980 and 1990 and now houses exhibits and artifacts found at excavations in the region as well as items found during the underwater archeological surveys conducted at Knodos, Burgaz and Hisaronu.
From the top of the castle there are panoramic views over Marmaris Bay, the renovated Greek houses as well as some of the streets of Marmaris town .
(Remember to click on the photos to enlarge them)
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| Some of the Rennovated Greek Houses |
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| A Rooftop Restaurant Overlooking Marmaris Bay |
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| View over the Marmaris |
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| Ancient Amphoria |
Tom and I were surprised to see that such beautifully carved heads of of this man and woman were un-named.
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| Tom Posing with Head Of Man |
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| Head of Woman |
If you are ever in Marmaris it is well worth a visit and the entrance fee is only 3 TL!
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