Turkey Information: BODRUM

Bodrum

On the peninsula in the north of the Gulf of Gökova is a singing, schwingendes town with many artists and intellectuals: Bodrum. The Greek scholar Homer described the landscape as an "endless blue colour". On a headland between Eastern and Western Harbour guarded a powerful medieval castle the bay of the former Halikarnossos. Snow White, flower-filled houses adorn the shore. The Bodrumer in the boat yards produced boats are far beyond national borders. Whether yacht owners, package or backpack tourist traveller - in Bodrum all feel comfortable. Leisure and Sports

Bodrum is the center for construction, maintenance and repair of boats - there yacht tourism is a major source of income. Up to 30-metre-long sailing yachts with the latest technology are built. Who likes the sea, dates back to the "Blue Voyage" into the crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Gökova, where one in a green-blue color Symphony plunge. In Bodrum and the surrounding area, there are many beautiful sandy beaches of original beauty. They are ideal to relax, fish or eat the flora bewunden.

Attractions

The cultural heritage of the area Bodrums is fascinating, whether it be the amphitheatre, the rock tombs or the Myndos Gate, one of the city gates of Halicarnassus. Took 99 years to build the castle of Bodrum. It was called St. Peter and originally was signed by the Knights of St. John in Rhodes in the 15th Century. A large part of the building materials came from the Mausoleum of King Mausolos karischen, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.

Museums

The Bodrumer Museum of Underwater Archaeology is one of the most important of its kind With the collection of amphorae from the eastern Mediterranean is unique. Visiting hours: daily except Monday from 10.00 - 12.00 and from 14.00 - 18.00 clock. The museum shows the place where one of the seven wonders of the world stand: The tomb of King Mausolos karischen. The word "mausoleum" is derived from. Unfortunately, it was in a big earthquake, the stones were later for the construction of the castle Bodrumer. Beautiful pieces relief migrated in the 19th Century in the luggage of British excavators British Museum in London.

History

Many tribes people came to Bodrum, because from there the dominion over the Aegean Sea could strengthen. Before the time belonged to turn Bodrum, then Halicarnassus, to Caria, a Lycia between Ionia and situated Kingdom. Bodrum was also under the reign of the Persians, Macedonians, Romans and Byzantines. In the Middle Ages won the Knights of St. John in Bodrum the upper hand, including the construction of the castle of St. Peter carried out. Halicarnassus and the surrounding area were important figures, such as Herodotus and several artists.

Shopping

Bodrum is an artist town, so rich and the original offer. Leather work, jewelry, paintings, lace, Häkelarbeiten, decorative items and antiques are in the many shops and in the stands. Six days a week, there are fruit and vegetable markets, in which hand materials are offered.

Food and beverage

Try Köpoglu, a starter from yogurt. Other highlights for the gourmet palate are filled pumpkin flowers, bergamot jam and 'cay ada', a herbal tea.

Events

Each day and night in Bodrum can be another fun experience. Bodrumer nights have, through the illumination of the fairy tale castle beaming something magic. The inner harbour, with a jazz and classical music ranging Turkish bid should have seen it!

Climate

The winters are mild, the summer hot and dry - the heat is still tolerable well. After blowing in the summer afternoons always been a strong breeze, "meltem".

Arrival

Bodrum is compatible with all major cities of the country by regular bus services. The bus station is located in the centre, Tel: (+90-252) 316 26 37

Maritime transport: A ferry service is scheduled from the main port to the Greek islands of Rhodes and Kos and to Datça (Knidos), Didyma and Dalyan.

Bodrum ferries Agency: (+90-252) 316 08 82

Bodrum Express (Deniz Otobüsü) (+90-252) 316 10 87

Flight: The Milas airport is 30 km from the city centre Bodrumer.

Shuttle service, taxi and taxi: Tel: (+90-252) 523 01 01

Important phone numbers / addresses

County: (+90-252) 316 10 01

City: (+90-252) 31610 09

Regional Directorate: (+90-252) 316 10 91

Police: (+90-252) 316 80 80