Marmaris Lockdowns in June 2020
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COVID-19 preventative measures: a Turkish story

COVID-19 preventative measures: a Turkish story It’s a quiet morning on a lockdown day the 20th of June 2020 in Marmaris which allows us to share the latest information on the measures in response to the COVID-19 outbreak here in Turkey and Marmaris. Social distancing and wearing masks are among the primary aims to prevent the spread of a virus. Because of the cultural difference of Turkish people from let’s say from Japan or Korea. When the authorities say something most of us in Turkey make up our own mind, discuss with family and friends and usually do not listen to what was told. It’s the same as to wearing helmets for motorcyclists, seat belts in cars, baby chairs in cars, smoking in restaurants in Turkey. Now it’s masks, social distancing and COVID-19.Turkish people continue to visit each other, get together outdoors and indoors. The news on TV shows crowds Click here for details >>
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To Wear or Not To Wear… a Face Mask in Marmaris

To Wear or Not to Wear a Face Mask that is the question Face masks were made mandatory in Marmaris and all of Turkey on April 03 2020. The fines for not wearing a mask varied from 250 TL up to 1000 TL. Everyone without an exception had to wear a mask in any crowded places, markets, village markets, public transport, as well as private transport. Up until today June 06th 2020 the city of Marmaris required citizens to wear masks in public places, including seaside promenade and the beach. To ease the restrictions the beach and sea access was allowed as of June 01st. The Authorities of Marmaris have taken it further to allow visiting the seaside and the beach without face masks. Previously Marmaris lockdown was lifted for retailers, restaurateurs, hairdressers, and kindergartens. Marmaris Beach Rules are changing daily, subject to local officials and may be moderated to Click here for details >>