Selimiye

Selimiye is another stopping point for boats traveling between Marmaris and Bodrum. The village is very green with little restaurants gathered around the bay servicing mostly boats. They have a variety of fish as it is abundant here. Pure olive oil and laurel leaves give a unique taste to steamed fish. Stuffed courgette flowers are a specialty of the Aegean kitchen.

The old name of Selimiye is Hydas. There are remains of three castles around Selimiye. Hellenistic city wall remains are frequently visited and they are located on a hill southeast of the bay. There are boat tours to Kamelya and Dişlice Islands.

Daily boat tours to nearby bays and islands are available from Selimiye. The first stop is Kamelya Island. There is a monastery on the island which is an easy climb. A mosaic, formed from black, white and gray sea stones decorates the base of the monastery.

Another stopping point is Dişlice Island. There are volcanic rocks which create a monumental lookout of the island. The rocks are so indented that the island is very convenient for lovers who want some privacy. This has given the island the name “Love Island” among locals.