Turkey is known by many as a shopper's paradise with rich variety of the craft. It is impossible to resist buying in one of the main shopping resorts of Marmaris. Marmaris is a haven for shopalcoholics - the phrase "shop till you drop" could have been invented here! Unlike a European country there is a great range of places in which to shop in Turkey, from modern boutiques to colourful bazaars and bustling markets. In virtually every instance, carpets, fine leather, precious jewelry, gold in particular are a better buy here in Turkey than they are in other parts of Europe. There are practical things for the home and kitchen, but alongside these are many decorative items, often in the traditional Turkish style. The most popular objects for the holiday maker are, of course, carpets but the various leather and suede goods, copper and bronze wares, silver, ceramics, handicrafts, embroidery, and the famous Turkish meerschaum and onyx are on many shopping lists. In Turkey, suede and leather are particularly important, along with all kinds of clothes and other goods such as handbags, belts, shoes, etc., at prices which surprise and please the visitor. In the large stores in main cities, dresses, trousers, and coats, made of extremely fine leather and suede, can be found. If you are looking for something a little more unusual, there is the "nargile" (hubble-bubble pipe); or buy a backgammon set and learn the national Turkish game. Your only difficulty shopping in Turkey will be deciding what to choose from the many hundreds of tempting bargains.

Sunday Market in Beldibi Nestled between the mountainous crevices of Beldibi area villagers living in Beldibi or nearby lead a simple life dependent on agriculture and livestock. The market in Beldibi is famous for its rich produce, including potatoes, onions, fresh herbs, tomatoes, cucumbers, green peppers, chilli peppers, seeds, plants. Some household items are available at prices cheaper than shopping centers. Some clothes from T-shirts to accessories are sold too, but offer less clothing options than the Market in Marmaris on Thursdays.Perfect place to spend your Sunday afternoon in a local bazar setting.

Wednesday Market in Icmeler Set by the road to Turunc, just before you begin climbing up the mountains, this market is perhaps the smallest of the three markets, described here. Yet no matter of its size it does set the mood for shopping, looking for souvenirs, simple buys and bargains available only in Turkey. Take your camera to picture the colourful abundance of fresh vegetables and fruit, clothes and household items.

Thursday Market in Marmaris (the popular Village Market) Marmaris Village Market sells fruit, vegetables, fabrics and some clothes - for men, women and children, from street-cred clubwear to fake designer goods and last year's must-haves. Some of its specialities are sports wear, linen, tablecloths and there's household goods, too. The market is held in and around G. Mustafa Muglali Caddesi and is open Thursdays 08:00-18:00 and the best time to visit is early morning or late afternoon. There is a stall for the local animal shelter on the open air market at Siteler, opposite Grand Azur hotel on the main road between Marmaris and Icmeler. Easy to find as we the stall is situated at the entrance to the market. The stall is provided by the municipality. All money raised are for food and medicine.