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About Dalaman
Dalaman has 17 000 people and half of the population is in agriculture business (State Production Centre). |
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| Dalaman’s tourism potential was discovered in 1995 with the ambition of building Akkopru Dam project on the Dalaman River along with five hydroelectric power plants which would provide electricity to Dalaman and Fethiye, Dalyan and Marmaris areas. | ||
| In January 2005 the government proclaimed Dalaman to be cultural and tourism development centre. The content of this project includes building 4 golf courses, 1 yacht marina at Dalaman coast as well as tennis courts and football pitches. The region is also centre of thermal and eco tourism. | ||
Built in 1983 Dalaman International Airport has expanded recently. A new terminal is to be opened in June 2006. |
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A newly completed tunnel between Gocek and Dalaman shortens the distance to Dalaman from other resorts. |
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| There are two excellent sandy beaches, the protected Iztuzu and Sarigerme beach as well as the underdeveloped Dalaman beach where a yacht marina is planned to be built. | ||
Dalyan is only 18 km to Dalaman and it is classified as the conservation area because of its natural beauty and ancient ruins. |
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Dalaman river has perfect conditions for white water rafting |
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There are number of historical sights and places of interest around Dalamansuch as theancient city of Kaunos a few kilometres away, Lycean rock tombs hanging off the cliff and Sultaniye Thermal Springs by the Koycegiz Lake . |
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Sport facilities include trekking, mountaineering and jeep safaris in nearby Golgeli Mountains , white water rafting, skiing in Sandras and Seki resort, and water sports. |
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| A number of medical clinics, 1 hospital and plans to build more. | ||
Friendly local people. |
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Weather in Dalaman |
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Summer (June to September) Winter ( November to March ) |
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