Turkey Pearl: Bodrum

Bodrum city is one of the most important cities in southwestern Turkey, located on the Mediterranean Sea in Mugla province. It is one of the most important tourist destinations in Turkey. It receives thousands of visitors and the vast majority of tourists prefer to go by sea.

The city has many famous restaurants and popular souks filled with traditional characters, also you can taste all the traditional Turkish cuisine. The city is called the "Pearl of Turkey".

Diving, sailing and swimming can be practiced there as well as bathing in the famous Turkish baths (Public Hammam). The city is known as a youthful city with many white houses carved in green mountains and clear water.

Bodrum is described as a city that does not sleep, due to the large number of shops and markets in, as its stores remain open 24 hours. The city also has many monumental buildings such as St. Peter's Castle. The city is surrounded by a number of islands, which tourists from the city on board luxury yachts, the city is about 900 kilometers away from Istanbul.

There are many places you can enjoy in, including:

1- Kismet Restaurant
Some describe it as the best restaurant in Turkey and not just in Bodrum. It welcomes distinguished clients such as business people, artists, politicians and tourists looking for high taste. The restaurant has a very large menu of oriental, western and Asian foods such as meatballs, mansi, sushi and others. In addition, it offers unique items of sweets.

2- Mimosa
Large courtyard overlooking the sea and a number of restaurants, cafes, restrooms and sports venues. In addition, there are marine sports services such as diving, parasailing, windsurfing and more.

3- Yalikavak Marina
The daily marine cruises that cruise the Aegean Sea from the Yalikavak Marina leisure area, along with cruises include a sea coast for swimming, and include a number of restaurants and cafés overlooking the sea coast directly.

4- Bitaz Beach
Families meet there to enjoy a swim and enjoy the sun.

5- Tavsan Island
Located in the middle of the Aegean Sea, it is the ideal destination for those who wish to stay away from the city and lie on a natural coastline with all services available.

6- Historic Bodrum Amphitheater
Bodrum is not only a recreational tourist city, but a historical city that has been visited by civilizations since the dawn of history. The remains of the Greeks and Romans are still present. Among the ruins of the Roman ruins is the historic Bodrum grandiose terrace overlooking the Aegean sea, which was used for royal ceremonies and various sports.

7- Bodrum castle
The importance of castles in the maritime areas, which need more protection because of the ease of infiltration of enemies, is therefore important for the Romans to create the fortress of Bodrum, which attracts architects and lovers of history.

8 Bodrum Market
You will find different types of gifts at reasonable prices, which dates back to the Ottoman era.

There are also lemon trees in the city, with ancient towns dedicated to fishermen such as the ancient town of Ephes and the town of Turk Bocco. There is also a Roman theater overlooking the sea. There are many concerts and festivals throughout the year.

The climate of the city is the same as that of the cities of the Mediterranean Sea, since its winter is relatively cold, and its summer is very hot and humidity is high. There is a single airport (Milas Airport).