Bodrum’s diversity ranges from luxury sauna resort and spa centres

BODRUM

Bodrum’s diversity ranges from luxury sauna resort and spa centres to delicious Turkish cuisine, and of course, that famous carefree lifestyle which makes it a top holiday destination for any visit to Turkey. Getting here is easy via Bodrum International airport with its many flights to and from other countries. The bus terminal offers cheap tickets to different destinations around Turkey, and if coming in by sea, Bodrum is an official sea entry port.

Bodrum Castle The number one sightseeing attraction, Bodrum Fortress, has an exciting story to tell. Sitting near the harbour overlooking the Aegean Sea, and built by the knights of St John in the 15th-century, it came under Ottoman possession in the 16th century. Sitting on the tentative list for UNESCO world heritage sites, its dramatic coastline position puts it on the face of picture postcards and travel magazines to represent the area. Nightclubs, cafes and restaurants stay open all night to accommodate Bodrum's party-hearty types.

The night life of Bodrum is something really very special. Even Turks will rank Bodrum after Istanbul as Number2. Bodrum probably has more bars per area than all other places in Turkey, appealing to all tastes. Among them are intimate seaside cafes with magnificent views of the illuminated castle.Bar Street is one mile Long Street runs parallel with the sea, so all the bars and restaurants, cafes on the right side offer a sitting area on the beach with the scenic view of the castle.

The old bazaar in Bodrum is the commercial heart of the city. You can find all kinds of handmade products, from leather goods to a variety of sweets and desserts.