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Bodrum
Located on the scenic Aegean coasts of Turkey, the region of Bodrum’s sea port area has the charm as well as the splendour of quaint fishing villages to majestic beach resort fronts.
With its culture of fishing, boat-building, agriculture, weaving as well as its laid-back lifestyle, it is known as a prime resort hot sport and center for yachting in Turkey for those who intend to cruise along the Aegean and Mediterranean waters.
Aside from this, the region is famous for the cultural heritage of its people. For example, the village Mumcular is famous for its carpets, kilims and other weavings. As such, the region has served not only a tourist centre but also a centre for artists, local and international alike, who find it a source of inspiration.
In the heart of the locale, the harbour front, it seems life in Bodrum is bustling along with the tides—the boats beat against the cafes and shops on the streets with the Castle of St. Peter standing proudly overhead.
Built from 1402 by the Knights Hospitaller it is one of the most well-preserved landmarks from the middle ages. The Castle is easily the most prominent landmark in the city, today serving as the home of the Museum of Underwater Archaeology.
The Mausoleum at Bodrum is known as one of the seven wonders of the world in ancient civilizations, built by the wife of King Mausolos in 355 BC, standing close to 50 meters high whose victorious marble columns in Ionian style once symbolized the city’s grandeur until the land,arl was destroyed in an earthquake. Visitors can see reliefs and status from the mauseloum at The British Museum.
A walked through the main street called Republic Street (Cumhurriyet Caddesi (Republic Street) reminds one of the myriad options awaiting the visitor exploring Bodrum. Local creations handcrafted and passed on from generation to generation can be found alongside more modern Turkish wares such as attractive onyx, copper and brassware, along with toy camels, and gold harem slippers.
Visitors are encouraged to end the day by trying over a meal, a light aniseed flavoured national drink Raki or locally produced wine for a truly rustic experience.
