Bodrum Castle (Bodrum Kalesi), located in southwest Turkey in the city of Bodrum, was built by the Knights Hospitaller starting in 1402 as the Castle of St. Peter.
Sir Thomas Docwra was one time... more
We went on a blue cruise last year with our family. It was difficult to choose the right boat to charter because there were so many options. Finally we decided to go ahead with Trippin Charters (the... more
Foundations of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus
St. Peter's Castle, with the underwater museum which has exhibited the glass wreck the Uluburun, an important archaeological find from the late Bronze... more
I took the Dolmus to Yalikavak,and to my surprise, at the top of one of the Hills, right on roads edge, were two nice Windmills. Make sure you have your camera ready, luckily mine was! Also, the views... more
This discos is the biggest and loudest. The staff at the entrance will look you up and down for a proper trendy dress and take a cover charge of US$ 17 ! before admiting you inside. Once inside, it is... more
This is an area in Bodrum center, seaside, closed to traffic and for pedestrians only .... As the famous Bodrum Castle is also in the same area, the place is... more
One place of Bodrum that no visitor to this great city should miss is the famous Bodrum Castle, which overlooks the harbor and the international marina. U can... more
As u r in Bodrum, its a "must" to make a Boat Trip ...Either it can be an organised daily tour for Island Hopping to dive, snorkel, swim and relax or u can rent... more
Named after the Ottoman Admiral Turgut Reis, this municipality in the Bodrum peninsula is a quiter one compared to Bodrum city. About 25 kms from Bodrum and has... more
There's a long platform jutting on the beach in Turgutreis where local kids jump off to the water. Nice place to swim and try catching fish. It's just beside... more
I spent so much time admiring these boats during the week that I almost missed out actually sailing on one. Lady Luck stepped in on Thursday evening and we... more
if it's an attraction at all, but the bodrum marina is a place to spend your time strolling along the pavements and watch the yachts and boats sail in and away.... more
the antique ampitheater of bodrum is located along the main highway of turgut treis, so take caution is crossing the highway to get to the theater. the mobile... more
nuthin' much was left of the great mausoleum of mausolus - a seven wonder of the ancient world - but worth to visit if you're in the area. scattered pieces of... more
These dome shaped, painted white Kumbets, otherwise known as a Water Cistern, are found in and surrounding Bodrum. They were built by the rich people during the... more
This street is also known as "Republic street" or "Bar street" and runs for a long way, is narrow in places, with shops, Bars, Eateries, and lots and lots of... more
A lovely walk in the morning before the crowds arrive, is the walk along the edge of the Harbour. You can walk for kilometres, just take your time and enjoy the... more
The harbour is the heart of the city. Sailboats and yacht for bigwigs are in majority at the harbour, only few meters away from Cumhurriyet Caddesi, known as... more
Tuesday morning is a good time to visit Bodrum. The weekly market is on in the market area across from the bus office and you are guaranteed crowds and a... more
Golkoy is a small village about 20mins from Bodrum which was officially joined to it's neighbouring village of Turbuku a few years ago. The locals have... more
Eating a traditional well made Turkish breakfast rather than the attempts at English/Irish is an absolute must when you are in this region of Turkey. The... more
Gozleme is a very traditional Turkish snack. Like pancakes but with a variety of fillings they make a light and delicious treat for lunch or early evening.... more
The beautiful town of Sirince is set not far from Selcuk and Ephesus (approx 6km). It is well worth the detour! The town is set high in the hills and in some of... more
Gumusluk is the site of the ancient town of Myndos and is a world heritage site. There is a large car park on the outskirts of the town and you can walk along... more
Turgutreis is a trek to get to from Bodrum due to some variable road quality! There is a main road from Bodrum or a coastal road - the main road is good and... more
“I have travelled the whole world but found nothing in heaven or earth as beautiful as the Aegean” Herodotus
Merhaba fellow VTer's! I decided my Bodrum page was long overdue for an update. I have...
Bodrum, the southern most major holiday town of Mediterranean and Aegean Coast of Turkey , is the center of attraction of the whole region. It is famous both among Turkish and foreign travelers. The...
Bodrum is a large bustling resort that never sleeps. The first thing you see when you come into this city from the hills is the castle of St Peter, its a beautiful fortress that towers over the...
This is a page about town Turgutreis, but since this town is not listed on VT I will put it under Borum page, as it is only 18km away.
The district,which comes under the City of Mugla and Bodrum...
This is a port City with lots of White, flat roofed houses that reminded me of Greece, yet we were in Turkey!
It has a reputation as being a "Party Town" and it probably is, as I noticed lots of...
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