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Avşa (pronounced aav-shaa) is one of the Marmara Islands, Turkey.

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Although it is one of the smaller islands of the archipelago, it is the most heavily touristed one. In fact, it was one of the most popular holiday destinations in 1970s for mid-class families in Turkey.

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Year-round boats which can accommodate cars from Tekirdağ (on the northern/European coast of the Sea of Marmara) and Erdek (on the southern/Asian coast of the Sea of Marmara, 1hr 45min). There are also pessenger-only fast ferries (3½hr) from Istanbul during summer months.

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Island’s local wine is famous and of good quality, especially those made of the local grape varieties called papaz karası and ada karası.

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There are lots of guesthouses (pansiyon) on the island, so finding somewhere to sleep shouldn’t be a problem.

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Island’s telephone code is 266 (+90 266 when calling from out of Turkey).

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Other islands of Marmara Archipelago.

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