The Ultimate Guide to Dalyan: Discover the Jewel of Turkey

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Introduction to Dalyan Dalyan, a charming riverside town on Turkey's southwestern coast, offers an unparalleled blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture. Nestled between lush greenery and the tranquil Dalyan River, this picturesque destination has become a favorite for nature lovers, history buffs, and adventure seekers. In this guide, we explore every aspect
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THE COUNTRY AT THE HEART OF THE SEA

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Cevat Şakir Kabaagaçlı, known by his penname, “the Fisherman of Halicarnassus”, writes about the “Sea Islands” as follows: The Aegean coast is a place where bays and headlands embrace the sea… Noble peaks and great headlands fall into the sea, rise out to become islands. These headlands that dip in and out of the sea form a series of islands, just like a line of pearls.”

The Last Migration Waves and the Forming of Dalyan’s Core Population

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When the Ottoman Empire, despite its many victories was ultimately defeated in the first World War, the Moudros Treaty was unwillingly signed and the whole of Mugla Province was left to the Italian forces. Interested in the rich chrome deposits in Köycegiz and its vicinity, the Italians placed a small garrison in Köycegiz to control the region. Although in occupation, the Italians treated the locals and Ottoman officers fairly, (even turning a blind eye to the organisation of the National Forces), and quietly after the War of Independence.

Turks of African Origin in Ortaca and Dalyan

black Turkish citizens in Turkey

In the 18th century large farms were established on miri land in order to meet the alimentary needs of the Ottoman palace, the army and horse breeding industry. The Dalaman Farm, which Sultan Selim III granted to his mother Mihrişah Sultan, was taken under the administration of the Foundations Corporation in 1820 and was purchased by the inheritors of Hacı Ali, Lord of Mugla, in 1836.

Dalyan is a Bouquet of Attractions and Beauty

Dalyan Attractions - Beautiful Dalyan.

he town of Dalyan has a history that probably dates back to the 13th century, but which received it’s status technically speaking during Süleyman the Magnificent’s Rhodes campaign. More recently, about 30 to 40 years ago, this settlement turned village was almost exclusively dependent on agriculture and fishing for its sustenance.