Bodrum holidays, Turkey
Bodrum holidays in Turkey is a very important city from archaeology point of view due to its many historical sites and various places. Book your next Holiday with us and we give you the best recommendations on what to do and see. All our Holidays and Offers are subject to availability. They are obtained from our partners and suppliers. We carefully choose who we work with, so we can give you the maximum satisfaction. Terms and Conditions Apply. All prices are correct at the time of publishing the holiday or offer. Price From is valid for the cheapest holidays we can get throughout the season. Travel with World Lifetime Journeys!
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Introduction and activities
Bodrum is a major tourist destination due to its beautiful coastline. But also due to the excellent climate and proximity to important historical and natural sites. Firstly, it offers spectacular sandy beaches and rocky bays. Moreover, Bodrum is also called “Saint-Tropez of Turkey” due to its qualities and cosmopolitan atmosphere. Secondly, the resort is vibrant and attracts all types of tourists. In conclusion, despite the intense flow of visitors, the city has preserved its exotic Turkish atmosphere. In Bodrum there is something for everyone. So what are you waiting for?
Historic sites in Bodrum
St. Peter’s Castle is located in the southern part of the city, between the two ports. Most importantly, it is an emblematic place for this region, due to the best preserved monuments of the Middle Ages. Come here to visit this castle-museum and learn about the underwater archaeology.
The Myndos Gate is an impressive building that was a 7 kilometre long wall. The gate was built in the city of Myndos where one of the bloodiest battles of Alexander the Great took place. However, his army resisted and determined the Persian troops to retreat to the shelter of the gates.
The French tower is one of the two to be found in Bodrum Castle. It hosts the tomb of Princess Cariana. Above all, she was an important person who died at the age of 29. She was buried in 340 BC along with a huge amount of jewellery, including the royal crown that belonged to her at that time.
Museums in Bodrum
The Underwater Archaeology Museum is a special place where you can find jewellery, monuments and various exhibits. They date back to the Bronze Age and the Hellenistic period. After that, the main attraction is the castle that houses this museum from the medieval period. However, in the Middle Ages, the castle was a symbol of the European Christianity unity, united against the Ottoman sieges.
Other attractions in Bodrum
The windmills are driven by the wind from the coast. They were used since the mid-eighteenth century, but now the area is abandoned. However, you can admire the olive groves that surround the hills and ruins of the three windmills.
