The island has been pivotal in shaping the region's geography (Image: Instagram/adarestaurantfethiye) Sun-seekers in search of a stress-free break are being encouraged to visit a breathtaking Turkish isle with exquisite beaches and a rich historical backdrop. Nestled across from the Gulf of Fethiye in Turkey 's southwest, Şövalye Island or "Knight Island" offers unspoiled resorts and a haven where tranquillity is guaranteed, even immune to the hum of traffic as roads are non-existent. The island has been pivotal in shaping the region's geography, historically shielding Fethiye Harbour.
Its alternative moniker stems from the Rhodian knights who safeguarded these waters in the 15th century. function loadOvpScript(){let el=document.createElement('script');el.
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