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Dishes you should try in Milas: Milas Ciğer Kavurması, Milas Çıntar Kavurması, Milas Ekşili Köfte and Milas Kanlı Kavurması. This guide also covers the local products to buy and what Milas is famous for.

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Famous Dishes of Milas

  • Milas Ciğer Kavurması

    Milas Ciğer Kavurması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 28 May 2024 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1594). Product group: processed and unprocessed meat products. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

  • Milas Çıntar Kavurması

    Milas Çıntar Kavurması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 25 October 2023 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1490). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

  • Milas Ekşili Köfte

    Milas Ekşili Köfte was registered as a protected geographical indication on 6 September 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1209). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

  • Milas Kanlı Kavurması

    Milas Kanlı Kavurması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 6 September 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1210). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

  • Milas Köftesi

    Milas Köftesi was registered as a protected geographical indication on 23 August 2024 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1633). Product group: processed and unprocessed meat products. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

  • Milas Zeytinyağı

    Milas Zeytinyağı was registered as a protected designation of origin on 6 December 2016 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 201). Product group: solid and liquid fats, including butter. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

  • Milas Zeytinyağı Sabunu

    Milas Zeytinyağı Sabunu was registered as a protected geographical indication on 7 June 2023 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1379). Product group: other products. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

Dishes from Muğla Cuisine

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These dishes are known throughout Muğla province; see the provincial food guide for details.

  • Bodrum Çökertme Kebabı (beef on matchstick potatoes and yoghurt)

    A kebab with a registered geographical indication, served as meat on a bed of matchstick potatoes and yoghurt.

  • Muğla Köftesi (Muğla meatballs)

    Meatballs with a registered geographical indication.

  • Muğla Saraylısı (Muğla pastry dessert)

    A dessert with a registered geographical indication.

  • Milas Tepsi Böreği (Milas tray börek)

    A börek with a registered geographical indication.

  • Bodrum Tırhandili (Bodrum fish dish)

    A fish dish with a registered geographical indication.

What to Buy in Milas: Local Products

  • Milas Çaykaması Milas Çaykaması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 7 September 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1211). Product group: bakery and pastry products, dough products and sweets. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
  • Milas Çekişke Zeytini Milas Çekişke Zeytini was registered as a protected designation of origin on 17 May 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1109). Product group: processed and unprocessed fruits, vegetables and mushrooms. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
  • Milas Ekşili Zeytini Milas Ekşili Zeytini was registered as a protected geographical indication on 23 January 2025 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1691). Product group: processed and unprocessed fruits, vegetables and mushrooms. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
  • Milas El Halısı Milas El Halısı was registered as a protected geographical indication on 2 June 1997 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 15). Product group: carpets and kilims. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
  • Milas Tepsi Böreği Milas Tepsi Böreği was registered as a protected geographical indication on 23 November 2018 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 395). Product group: bakery and pastry products, dough products and sweets. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
  • Milas Vekilharcı Milas Vekilharcı was registered as a protected geographical indication on 9 December 2022 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1280). Product group: dishes and soups. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.
  • Milas Yağlı Zeytini Milas Yağlı Zeytini was registered as a protected designation of origin on 28 August 2019 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 446). Product group: processed and unprocessed fruits, vegetables and mushrooms. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

What Milas Is Famous For: Culture and Traditions

  • Legacy of the Carian Civilisation

    Milas was founded on the site of Mylasa, the capital of the ancient Carian civilisation. In the city centre, Roman-period columns, Carian rock-cut tombs and Ottoman-period mosques exist side by side.

  • Milas Carpet-Weaving Tradition

    Milas carpet-making is a tradition that has continued for centuries. Carpets woven from wool yarn dyed with natural dyes are known for their geometric motifs and their harmony of red and dark blue. Carpet-weaving workshops are open to visitors.

Frequently Asked Questions

What should I eat in Milas?

Milas is known for 7 local dishes, above all Milas Ciğer Kavurması, Milas Çıntar Kavurması, Milas Ekşili Köfte and Milas Kanlı Kavurması. Milas Ciğer Kavurması was registered as a protected geographical indication on 28 May 2024 (TÜRKPATENT registration no. 1594). Product group: processed and unprocessed meat products. Registered by: Milas Chamber of Commerce and Industry.

What is Milas famous for?

Milas is known for Milas Ciğer Kavurması, Milas Çaykaması and Legacy of the Carian Civilisation. Its best-known sights include Beçin Castle and Ancient City and Gümüşkesen Monument Tomb.

What to buy in Milas?

Local products and souvenirs to buy in Milas include Milas Çaykaması, Milas Çekişke Zeytini, Milas Ekşili Zeytini and Milas El Halısı.

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