Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 13th April 2025
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS 14th Yeşilüzümlü Dastar and Morel Mushroom Festival Welcomes Thousands The 14th Yeşilüzümlü Dastar and Morel Mushroom Festival brought colour, culture, and community spirit to the Yeşilüzümlü neighbourhood of Fethiye over the weekend. Organised by Fethiye […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 6th April 2025
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Spectacular Lightning Storms Light Up Fethiye Skies A series of dramatic lightning storms dazzled residents and visitors in Fethiye this week, painting the night skies with spectacular bursts of light. Local photographer Hamdi Yaman captured […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 30th March 2025
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Pre-Holiday Inspections Carried Out in Muğla Muğla Provincial Directorate of Agriculture and Forestry teams conducted extensive inspections ahead of the Ramadan Feast, meticulously checking hygiene, freshness, and pricing in production facilities and sales points of […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 23rd March 2025
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Turkey. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Nevruz Celebrated with Enthusiasm at Yörük Tent in Fethiye The arrival of spring was welcomed with lively Nevruz celebrations at the Yörük Tent on Çalış Beach in Fethiye. Organized by the Fethiye Yoruk Turkmen Association, […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 16th March 2025
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Muğla to Experience Freezing Temperatures from March 19 to March 24 The Meteorology 4th Regional Directorate Regional Forecast and Warning Center has issued a weather warning, stating that Muğla will experience a significant temperature drop […]
Where Does the Name Fethiye Beşkaza Come From?
The people of Fethiye are known as “Beşkazalı,” and the name “Beşkaza” is used to refer to Fethiye and its surroundings. However, despite its common usage, there is no specific place called Beşkaza. So, what does Beşkaza mean, and where does it come from? Historical Background The name “Beşkaza” originates from the administrative structure of […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 9th March 2025
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Mayor Aras’s Message for International Women’s Day Muğla Metropolitan Municipality Mayor Ahmet Aras marked March 8, International Women’s Day, with a powerful message highlighting the historical struggle and resistance of women for equality and justice. […]
Fethiye Times News – Week Ending 2nd March 2025
Welcome to our pick of last week’s news from Fethiye and around Türkiye. Curated from various news sources. 🧿 LOCAL NEWS Fethiye Municipality Hosts First Iftar of Ramadan at Çatalarık Social Facility Fethiye Municipality marked the beginning of Ramadan with the first iftar meal at the Çatalarık Social Facility, bringing together citizens in a spirit of […]
111th Commemoration of the death of Captain Tayyareci Fethi Bey
Featured photo by Şefik Akkurt Thursday 27 February marked 111 years since the death of Captain Tayyareci Fethi Bey, one of the first pilots in Turkish aviation history, who gave his name to Fethiye. Tayyareci Fethi Bey was born in Istanbul in 1891. He graduated from the Naval Academy and became an officer in the […]
Hidden Gems of Fethiye: 10 Natural Wonders
Fethiye, located in the southwest of Türkiye, is renowned for its stunning natural beauty and vibrant holiday atmosphere. While its popular tourist spots often steal the spotlight, Fethiye is also home to many hidden paradises waiting to be discovered. Here are ten lesser-known but must-see destinations that showcase the untouched charm of this Mediterranean gem. […]