Do you have trouble breathing? Does your body easily tire after a few hours of work? Forget about an appointment with the doctor. What you need is a flight to the sleepy sanctuary of Turkey--Datca. Known as "magic air", this peninsula (and town) offers you an unlimited serving of fresh air for free.
But there's so much to be gained from its earth and water as well. Of course we're talking about food and not just the delight of trekking, hiking, diving and swimming. Whether or not you suffer from certain maladies, you'll find an excuse to visit Datca with its variety of gastronomic treats.
Where else can you find an unspoiled tourism spot that offers the finest organic produce in Turkey? Garden fruits and veggies sure are included in the list but taking center stage are honey, almonds and fish. In Turkish, these are the three B's: bal, badem and balik.
The Many Names of Honey
Honey in Datca is unlike any other in Turkey. You have a choice among flower honey, thyme honey and pine honey. Since this product is a specialty of the town, you can find it almost anywhere. In fact, you can find honey vendors not only inside the villages, but also on the side of roads. This is especially true during early autumn as this is the season for collecting honey in Datca.
Affair with Almonds
Not to be outdone, almonds in Datca are said to be the best in Turkey. Like honey, it has various kinds, namely "white", "row" and "holy". A trip to Datca is not complete without getting a taste of its unique almond treat bademli incir. These are almonds stuffed into figs, baked in an oven and preserved in honey.
Like some travelers, you might want to eat almonds while they're still fresh. If this is the case, then we recommend you get them while they're still green. In contrast, if you like it dry, then it's best to drop by from May-August as this is the collection of kuru badem or dried almonds. You'll find, though, that July is the best time to visit Datca for this is the month when the almond trees are in full bloom and the locals celebrate the Almond Festival.
Bliss with Fish
If your taste buds usually crave for fish and other seafood, then you better sample the sumptuous dishes in the town's various eateries, bars and restaurants. You'll find that there's nothing like dining al fresco by the beach while savoring mouthwatering seafood dish. With the breathtaking scenery and the exceptional cuisine in restaurants and eateries, you won't wonder why many yachtsmen choose Datca as their stop.
If you opt to prepare your own seafood dish, then you better be an early bird. You'll find that fresh fish are sold in the harbor early in the morning. Of course you can always find them in the small shops and fish markets during the whole day.
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