Marmaris will be hosting its 2nd annual Youth and Spring Festival, put on May 8-13th. The festival is put on in honor of Youth and Sports Day, a Turkish holiday given to the children of Turkey by the Great Turkish Leader Ataturk. The aim of the festival, is for the youth of Marmaris to experience a week full of sports, and activities blended with cultural activities from the region.

   The week will be filled with exciting, and entertaining activities, concerts, shows, and contests. Thousands will enjoy the concerts put on at The Marmaris Ataturk Square Amphitheater (free of charge). Turkish and foreign musicians sing the night away while you can enjoy world class firework shows throughout the night. Unique regional jewellery will be exhibited by the women and youth of Marmaris. There will be a photography contest, focusing on beekeeping, and apiculture. Beach volleyball, beach futbol, and streetball tournaments will also be put on, and should be an exciting site to see.

   The 2nd Annual Youth and Spring Festival will be an exciting opening to the hopeful, and exciting 2007 season in Marmaris. The streets will be lively, curious, and action packed. Please join us in making this festival a full success.