Salih Ada (anciently,Taramptos (Ancient Greek:Ταράμπτος)[1] andCaryanda (Ancient Greek:Καρύανδα)[2]) is a Turkish island in theAegean Sea, located north ofBodrum. It is located in theMuğla Province. It is located acrossGüvercinlik Bay on the Muğla-Bodrum highway. Salih Ada is a populartourist destination, and is accessible byboat from Bodrum. The hills to the east of the island are covered with pine forest and olive groves. For the past decade, Kılıç Holding has occupied the northern end of the island for use in its fish farming operations. A strong smell emanates from the island when the nets are being cleaned. The site creates its own electricity and was the largest off-grid electrical system inTurkey when it was built in 2014.[3]
The original location of the town ofCaryanda was on this island before its relocation to the mainland.[4][5] Under the nameTaramptos, it was a member of theDelian League and is mentioned in a tribute decree ofancient Athens dated to 425/4 BCE. It is also mentioned in an inscription recovered atHalicarnassus dated to 300 BCE.[6]
Smith, William, ed. (1854–1857). "Caryanda".Dictionary of Greek and Roman Geography. London: John Murray.37°9′12″N27°30′50″E / 37.15333°N 27.51389°E /37.15333; 27.51389
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