January 4th, 2010 by eShop600

The Mediterranean Coast is home to nearly 1600 kilometres of pristine shimmering golden sandy beaches, complimented by the overwhelming and dramatic backdrop of the Taurus Mountains. Discover pieces of history whilst wandering through the Turkish villages and ruins at your own pace, and sample the mouth-watering cuisine at Turkish restaurants at James Villa Resorts.

Whether you’re looking for a peaceful relaxing experience from the Mediterranean Coast holiday, or a more active and energetic time, the vast array of beaches on offer will suit every taste. Choose a piece of the 1600km sandy and shingled beaches to grab a sun-lounger and relax the day away overlooking the crystal-clear waters lapping the shoreline. Head to the Olu Deniz beach, Gemiler beach in Kaya, and Patara beach with its loggerhead turtles that are regarded as some of the best beaches in the whole of Turkey. Watersports are also readily available for the lively tourists among you.

Cheap Mediterranean Coast holidays with James Villa accommodation, resorts and villas are perfectly located to absorb the stunning scenery of the Turkish picturesque landscape. Views from the dramatic mountainous region of the Taurus Mountains and the Butterfly Valley offer breath-taking experiences – see the tranquil lagoon of Olu Deniz, and also overlook some historical villages oozing with Turkish culture.

The Mediterranean Coast also features a wide range of historical sites – sure to add an inspiring feature to your Cheap Mediterranean Coast holidays with James Villa accommodation, resorts and villas. The ancient Lycia is a popular location, which is the heart of such historical sites including Kaunos, Tlos, Pinara, Letoon, Xanthos and Patara. Archaeological ruins can be witnessed as a result from an earthquake that struck Kekora centuries ago.

After a busy day, sample some of the most delightful Turkish cuisine at the Mediterranean Coast. Typical dishes include stews, casseroles and kebabs; however, international cuisine also caters for all tastes. You’ll need to restore some energy if you decide to tackle the vast array of shops available! Bag some real bargains and take a piece of Turkish culture back home with you.

James Villa Holidays provide superior facilities for you in their selection of resorts and villas at the Mediterranean Coast. Overlooking spectacular views of oceans, beaches, and with a backdrop of mountainous and pine-forest fauna, you will wake up everyday to the natural beauty that adorns this beautiful holiday destination.

Local Information for Marylebone

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Marylebone is located in the London Borough of Westminster and its name is derived from a church, Saint Mary’s, which was built by a small river (or ‘bourne’) called Tybourne. The town the church was built in was named after the river, Tyburn. The church and the area around it became known as ‘Saint Mary at the Bourne’. Over time the town’s name was contracted to Marylebone. Use your car to travel to the All Souls Church designed by John Nash.

Nash was an architect and primarily designed in the ‘Regency’ Period – the era defined as being when George III was ruled unfit for the crown and his son (who became George IV) was Prince Regent. A Prince Regent was a Prince who was not officially the King but ruled as such due to the Monarch being unable to rule for some reason – in the case of George III, mental instability.

Other reasons might have been the King being out of the country due to war or exile. But The Prince of Wales remained Prince Regent until his father’s death in 1820 when he succeeded to the throne and became King George IV. Nash’s work was noticed by the young Prince Regent and commissioned him to work on the Marylebone Park area. The resulting Regent Street and Regent’s Park were named after the Prince