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Local Information- Didim/ Altinkum |
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Altinkum is a busy resort which has been receptive to
the demands of the British holiday-maker. This resort has grown directly
behind the beach and Altinkum refers to the beach area, Didim is the
name of the actual town. Most of the locals working here speak English
and the centre of the resort is full of restaurants and bars to satisfy
the British palate.
The main beach in Altinkum (often referred to as First Beach) is a
large bay of golden sand with incredibly shallow waters and
therefore it is very popular. There are a more
beaches, on the left-hand side and right side of the main beach. Watersports are plentiful here so there is always
something to watch or participate in.
Altinkum receives a high number of repeat guests as well as being
a sought after destination by Turkish holidaymakers. Dolphin Square
and most of town has renovation , it looks superb with new town
works. Supermarket chains such as 'Migros', 'Tansas' and 'Gima'
are located along the main Didim to Altinkum road making it easy
to self-cater and buy provisions.
The Saturday Bazaar is also at the top end of the town plus the old
town of Didim and the ruins of Apollo Temple at Didim. Branch idea at Didim, the site of
an ancient temple which has been excavated since 1873, with wonderfully
preserved inscriptions including the famous head of Medusa.
Altinkum has developed into a lively destination with plenty to do
night and day which is why we have chosen accommodation to suit all
tastes, both close to the centre and a little further back. The sights
of Ephesus, Virgin Marry, Pamukkale, and Bodrum are additional attractions easily
accessible from Altinkum and shouldn’t be missed
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The Marina
Altinkum is where one
of biggest Marina’s in Turkey is under construction.
The Didim Marina will be constructed on a 282,000 square metre
plot and will serve vessels of all sizes. The facilities will
also include an extensive dry dock with the capacity to house
650 boats, while the marina itself will hold 450 boats. The
Aegean resort's marina is expected to be completed in 2009 and
will cost around $50 million.
‘ The
new marina will transform the future of this area and make Didim
the number one tourist destination on the Aegean Coast’
Mumin
Kamaci, Mayor of Didim
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Turkey Map/ Aegean- Coast Historical Map |
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Akbuk- Local Information |
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Akbuk is located in centre of
Turkey’s favourite coast next to the clear waters of the Aegean
Sea. The town, which is between Bodrum and Didim, is the perfect
holiday location set in a beautiful natural environment by the
sea. Akbuk is a much loved region by both foreign and local
tourists. It is purported to have the highest oxygen ratio and
the lowest humidity in Turkey. The climate in Akbuk is warm and
the gentle breeze is refreshing to cool you down, especially in
the peak summer months. In contrast to Altinkum, Akbuk is
largely untouched and unspoilt by the tourist industry. Akbuk
offers blue flag beaches, shops, restaurants and bars. Akbuk is
within easy driving distance of a number of stunning sights
including Bafa Lake and the Apollo Temple. It has easy access
to Altinkum and many other cultural and social activities,
whether it is enjoying the local cuisine or enjoying a sense of
history by visiting the ruined Roman city of Ephesus, there is
plenty to do for everyone!
Akbuk is surrounded by green
forests and lovely beaches. The ground is fairly level, making
it perfect for building, and it has a building restriction that
only bungalows or two storey properties can be constructed. This
will mean that the area will have a wealth of large detached
villas with large gardens and will therefore be very upmarket
and command high prices. The low 15% building permission is
restricted to help prevent the area looking built up. The
government has restricted that 85% of the land in Akbuk has to
remain as green area.
Akbuk set at the foot of
gently sloping mountains and extending around a beautiful
turquoise blue bay is fast becoming a hot spot for British
buyers. For lovers of peace and tranquillity coupled with
breathtaking views this is definitely the place to be. Although
not a thriving tourist resort, Akbuk offers a charm and a feel
of real Turkish living.
Akbuk has many fish ports
and farms where the fishermen catch delicious Aegean Sea bass.
Akbuk is rapidly growing into an elite tourist resort with its
holiday complexes as well as summer houses, villas, harbour, and
hotels.
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A selection of the attraction's,
activities and facilities the area of Altinkum/ Akbuk has to offer:
- Beautiful beaches
- Hundreds of Bars, Discos, Restaurants and
Cafés
- Theatres, Cinema Saloons and
Shopping Centres
- Beach volleyball, Football,
Basketball, Tennis and other sporting activities
- Surfing, Diving, Jet-skiing
and many other water sports
- Golf (Coming soon!)
- Horse riding
- Fishing
- Boat Tours to surrounding
Turkish and Greek Islands and Bays
- Tours to surrounding towns
and villages
- Bird-watching at Turkey's
most popular National Park
- Jeep Safaris
- Horse Safaris
- Shopping Tours
- Aqua Park's- Altinkum and
Kusadasi
- Apollo Temple
- Pamukkale, Hierapolis and
Cleopatra's pool
- Milet, Priene, Herakleia and
other historical towns
- Bafa lake
- Ephesus and the temple of
Aremis
- Turkish Bath's
- Turkish Nights
- Soke Market Tour
- Dalyan Tour- Turtle Beach and
Mud Bath
- Tent and Caravan camping
area's
Golf:
For those
who enjoy golf, you will be pleased to know that selected areas
in the Didim Peninsular have been reserved for future golf
course construction.
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