Datca and Bozburun peninsula with Hisaronu gulf in the middle, were the cradle of many ancient civilizations. Around the narrow and long Hisaronu gulf there are castles and settlements remains on the hills, maquis on the slopes, agricultural fields in the valleys and pine forests down to the bay.

Being in the west of Marmaris, one side of Datca peninsula cafes the Aegean and the other side the mediterranean. situated at the western end of the peninsula, Knidos ancient city is the point where the Mediterranean and the Aegean meet.

Famous for its wines Aphrodite’s city Knidos is also known as an important science and arts center. The well-known astronomer and mathematician, Eudoxos also lived here. The sundial showing the seasons and the time and invented by Exudos can still be seen there.

Datca peninsula has become famous for its clean air. It is said that the clean air here could even cure those left to die from lepsrosy. The famous geoghrapher Amasyali Strabon stated that “God sends his belov ones to Datca peninsula so that they can live longer” royal caribbean cruise yachting blue voyage

The second important region in this section is Hisaronu gulf. This region is quiet its water is shallow and the colour of its sand is tile red. With its dry windy air and its clear water, the gulf is good for ashtma and ear disease sufferers. In addition to the natura beauty around Hisaronu the amphitheatre and the ancient city remains are also wel worth seeing.

Mostly known by yachtsmen Bozburun is one the most untouched part of this region. Altought there are no big tourist facilities the smaller ones are also of good quality. Around Bozburun gulf there are several coves which can be reached by boat.