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Bodrum
Bodrum is located in Turkey's Aegean region, on the northern shore of the Gokova Gulf in Muğla province, opposite the Greek island of Kos. The city covers about 557 sq. km, and the population is around 150,000 within the municipality. By road to Antalya - about 300 km to the west; nearby towns include Muğla, Marmaris and Fethiye, and Izmir is a few hours by car or bus.
Geographically, Bodrum stretches along winding bays and beaches with characteristic white houses and pine-covered slopes. With convenient marinas and quays, the town has become an important starting point for sea trips and cruises on the Mediterranean and Aegean Seas. The nearest airport is Milas-Bodrum Airport, offering direct flights from Europe and domestic destinations and located within an hour's drive of the center.
Historically, the city grew on the site of ancient Halicarnassus, the capital of the Caria region, and retains a multilayered cultural heritage from antiquity to the late Middle Ages. This blend of historic monuments and modern lifestyle has attracted artists, writers and travelers for centuries and continues to shape a rich cultural scene.
Bodrum is known as an upscale seaside resort - yachting, high-end specialist tourism, luxury villas and boutique hotels are well developed here. At the same time, the town offers a lively nightlife with bars and clubs, as well as opportunities for active recreation: windsurfing, kitesurfing, diving and cruises on traditional gulets.
The urban infrastructure is fully geared toward tourists - many hotels of different categories, markets, restaurants, boutiques and modern marinas. Useful local districts for travelers include Turgutreis and Bitez, known for their beaches and water activities; Türkbükü and Yalıkavak attract wealthy visitors and yachtsmen; Gümüşlük offers the atmosphere of an old fishing village and art galleries.
Bodrum's climate is typically Mediterranean - hot dry summers and mild, rainy winters. The best time to visit is spring and early autumn, when the weather is comfortable and sea and cultural programs are in full swing; summer suits those planning an intensive beach and nightlife agenda.
Bodrum, Aegean region - sunny beaches, turquoise bays and ancient ruins.
Bodrum - St. Peter's Castle
St. Peter's Castle towers over the harbor and is one of Bodrum's main landmarks. Built by the Knights Hospitaller in the 15th century, the castle has retained its massive walls, towers and inner courtyards. Today its halls house the Municipal Museum of Underwater Archaeology with finds from shipwrecks, making the visit interesting for both history lovers and maritime enthusiasts.
Beyond the fortress, the surroundings hold archaeological traces of ancient Halicarnassus - remains of the Mausoleum, once counted among the Seven Wonders of the World, an ancient amphitheater, and ruins of city walls and necropoleis. Walks around the old harbor and the narrow streets of the city center give a sense of the layering of eras from antiquity to the Ottoman period.
Bodrum's maritime character is expressed in a full yachting infrastructure - marinas, charter companies and traditional gulets offering the popular Blue Cruise. Diving and snorkeling are appealing here not only because of the clear water but also due to archaeological sites off the coast. Festival and contemporary art lovers will find galleries, music and high-level cultural events in Bodrum.
The local cuisine reflects Aegean traditions - an emphasis on fresh seafood, vegetables, olive oil and herbs. The best time to explore the main excursions and sea routes is spring and early autumn; in summer the town comes alive particularly thanks to tourists and vibrant nightlife.
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