2 Nights Greek Islands With Blue Sapphire From Cesme 2025 2025

Cesme is a scenic town with townhouses, a lovely dock for cruise ships, boats and yachts, a vibrant lifestyle and a good tourism infrastructure. The town's landmark is its Castle, which dates back to the 14th century. The statue of Cezayirli Gazi Hasan Pasha, one of the admirals that participated in the battle of Chesma that took place in 1770 in the bay of Cesme, stands out in front of the castle. The statue show the admiral petting his favorite lion.The spa town of Ilıca is located close to Cesme and is famous for its thermal springs and celebrity visitors. Except from tourism, water sports and delicious cheeses, Cesme was once known for its vineyards. Today it's known for its watermelons, as well as for its unsuccessful efforts to cultivate mastic trees.