Bodrum, is probably the best resort in
Turkey. It is a peninsula in the southwest of
Turkey and about 25 minutes drive from
Bodrum-Milas International Airport. Bodrum peninsula incorporates
Bodrum-center and the
small villages of Turgutreis, Bitez, Yalikavak, Gümüslük and Gümbet.
The history of Bodrum goes back to the 6th
century BC. It used to be known as
Halicarnassus and
was one of the important
cities of the Caria region. The father of history, Herodotus was born in Halicarnassus around the 5th C BC. One of the Seven
Wonders of the
Ancient World, the Mausoleum, tomb of King Mausolus was also built
in this city. Today, its foundations are well-preserved. Bodrum's
other important historical attraction, St. Peter's Castle was built
by the knights of St. John in the
14th C.
Bodrum is famous for its night life and has something to offer everyone
from dancing
shopping, sunbathing, sailing, sightseeing
and feasting.
For further information to travel please
visit
www.yesbodrum.com
www.apartmentsbodrum.com
www.sunseaturkey.com