Turgut köyü

About 35 km from Marmaris, Turgutköy attracts thousands of visitors every year with its nature, clean beaches and close proximity to the bays.Turgutköy, which is the stopping point for jeep safari tours from Marmaris and its surroundings, also stands out with hand-woven carpets.Those who visit Turgutköy can see how silk and wool carpets are woven on carpet looms if they wish. 

How to get to Turgutköy?

Those who want to go to Turgutköy with their private vehicles can reach the Marmaris-Bozburun road by following the signs. For those who do not have special vehicles, there are regular minibuses departing from Marmaris.

Things to Do in Turgutköy

Turgutköy is not only worth seeing with its magnificent sea and sandy beach, but also with its beauties in its vicinity. Hygassos ancient city, Turgut castle, Turgut waterfall and Pyramid cemetery are the main places to visit in the vicinity of Turgut village.

Turgutköy Castle

There are the ruins of the castle, which was built on a hill 300 meters above the Orhaniye and Hisarönü gulfs. The castle is believed to belong to the ancient city of Bybassos.Those who want to take photos and videos are strongly recommended to visit the castle of Turgutköy.Half of the hill can be reached by car and the other half can be reached by walking.

Turgutköy Waterfall

The waterfall between Turgutköy and Bayır village is in the forest area and it is poured into the pond which is about 4 meters high. The waterfall which is among the stopping points of jeep safari tours and trekkers is visited by people for cooling off on hot days of summer and take a break in the restaurants around the waterfall.     

Pyramid Cemetery

It is estimated that the Pyramid tomb in Turgutköy was built in the 2nd century BC for the warrior Diagoras and his wife Aristomakha. The grave with an interesting structure has attracted visitors in recent years increasingly. For those who want to take great pictures, the area of the Pyramid tombs also offers a spectacular view.