Bodrum Harbour

Bodrum Harbour

BODRUM

A lovely coastal town. Bodrum is an important tourism centre in Turkey which attracts attention by reason of its natural beauties besides its history. It has been called St. Tropez of Turkey. It is indeed a real charm with its traditional architecture of two-storey, white-washed houses coloured with bougainvillea, the silhouette of a giant medieval castle dominating the town and the people energetically enjoying themselves all through the night. It is a good place for shopping. It was once the ancient Halicarnassos, the capital city of Caria. Herodotus, the father of written history, was born here and Mausolous whose mausoleum was once one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world also lived, reigned and was buried here. Little remained today from the mausoleum but a visit to the foundations, the Myndos Gate and the theatre will give you an idea about the ancient city. A visit to St. John’s Castle shouldn’t also be missed as it, as a castle, is a wonderful example of medieval military architecture. It also houses now a remarkable Museum of Underwater Archaeology where finds from numerous wrecks, one is the oldest in the world, excavated along the coast are imaginatively displayed. The amphitheatre overlooking the harbour definitely worth a visit as well. The numerous cafes, bars and discos, the fancy jewellery and souvenir shops, restaurants along the coast offering both local tasty food and fresh fish will only add to your unforgettable memories in modern day Bodrum. Very near to Bodrum Airport (45-minute drive).