Bodrum Resort is located in Turkey.Its territory successfully combines natural beauty, historical monuments and modern infrastructure. Comfortable guest houses, inimitable villages on the coast, amazing in its beauty and transparency of the Mediterranean Sea water, underwater rocks, majestic caves - all this is famous for Bodrum. Attractions of the popular resort are discussed below.
It was built in the fifteenth century.The material of construction is green granite. He was brought from the western part of Bodrum. In ancient times, the castle served as a place for the deployment of fifty knights and one hundred and fifty soldiers. Their task was to defend the settlement. The fortress differs in thick double walls. It has several towers - Italian, German, English and French. The latter is the highest - 47.5 m. The walls of the structure are covered by evergreen plants. In addition, on the green granite preserved knightly arms.
The castle was officially recognized as a museum in 1960.You can get into it through a long wooden suspension bridge. On the territory of the fortress the Museum of Underwater Archeology is opened and a rich collection of sarcophagi is presented.
What else is interesting about Bodrum?Attractions of the resort allow you to get acquainted with the most ancient monuments of architecture. So, the Hellenistic amphitheater was built in the 300 BC. Its capacity at that time was considered simply huge - 13 thousand people. The steps of this unique structure were hollowed out right in the slope and lined with marble. Best of all to this day is the lower tier. As for the upper rows, they were seriously affected by earthquakes.
The scene is in the southern part of the theater.This is a two-storey structure in the form of a rectangle. In 1973, the oldest architectural monument became a museum. This happened after excavations were carried out on its territory. Not long ago, specialists of Turkcell and Ericsson companies completed work on a joint restoration project. Many travelers come to Bodrum to see this place. The sights of the resort have long attracted lovers of antiquity. Thanks to the stories of experienced guides, walks to memorable places will become even more cognitive and interesting.
In ancient times they served as an entrance to the city from the west.Initially, above the gate towered three towers, and before them was dug a fifteen-meter ditch. At one time, through the Mindos Gate tried to pass Alexander of Macedonia. This ruler was very interested in Turkey. Bodrum was not fortified enough to resist the powerful army for a long time. As a result, the Macedonian soldiers broke through the fortification and ruthlessly dared everything in their path. In the course of modern archaeological excavations near the gates, it was possible to discover the burials of Romans and Greeks.
In the twentieth century, the Myndos gates and towershave undergone major overhaul. Nevertheless, today tourists can see only the ruins of a once grand building. Local authorities took this facility under their care. Minor restoration work is carried out as required.
The imposing marble tomb of King Mausolus inHelikarnassus (formerly known as Bodrum) has no equal in the whole world. The uniqueness of the mausoleum lies in the fact that this is the only building of the Seven Wonders of the World, fragments of which have survived to this day.
The monumental building was destroyedearthquake of 1304 year. In the sixteenth century, fragments of the mausoleum were taken out by the Knights-Johannites for the construction of the castle of St. Peter. The first excavations on the site of the ancient tomb started in 1850. They were led by Charles Newton, an archaeologist from England.
This bay with its cozy bays, woodedislands and beautiful beaches called the treasure of Turkey. From Bodrum, tourists can go on a multi-day cruise on Gyokov on a yacht. One of the most interesting stops is the island of Cleopatra. On it there is a beach covered with unusual sand, as if consisting of millions of pearls.
This picturesque island is in sixkilometers from Bodrum. It is popular mainly because of its hot springs. Healing properties of local mud and water are confirmed by doctors. On Kara Ada people come who want to get rid of skin ailments, arthritis or sciatica. There is a legend that Queen Cleopatra preserved beauty and youth due to the amazing mud of the Black Island.
You are interested not only in excursions, but also inentertainment? Go to Bodrum! The water park in this resort city is the largest in Turkey. Twenty-four water slides are installed on its territory and a man-made river flows over 300 meters in length. Anyone can swim in the numerous swimming pools with and without waves, soak up the jacuzzi or stand under the waterfall.
The water park is equipped with enoughsunbeds. There are three restaurants and a bar on its territory. In the evening, "Dademan" organizes high-class discos. Adults are charged twenty euros for entry and eleven for children. The water park is open daily from May to October from half past eleven to five in the evening. It is located near the Metro Metro.
The area on which the city stands,hilly-rocky. For this reason, the wide sandy beaches should not be counted. Most of them are pebble. Some beaches were created artificially. For this, a sufficient amount of sand was poured onto the pontoons. One of the main difficulties is that the beaches have to overcome a difficult path along the steep stairs. This is not paid attention only to the youth, which is the main part of vacationers.
Beaches of Bodrum are not empty even at night.Incendiary discos and foam parties are held here. The best place on the coast for young people is the beach of Gyumbert. Here rest are fun and active. Among other popular options we note the following:
- Ada Boazy. It differs transparent water. You can get to it only on a catamaran, a boat or a canoe.
- Bitez. This beach is sandy. It is ideal for lovers of secluded holidays.
- Gumushluk. Swimming with a mask near this beach, at the bottom of the sea you can see the remains of ancient structures that once connected the island of Tavshan and the mainland.
- Akyalar. This place is especially liked by surfers.
- Karaada. On the beach you can not only soak under the rays of the tender Turkish sun, but also improve your health. This will help healing mud and mineral springs.
You dream of spending your vacation inthis city? What other entertainments does Bodrum offer? The sea, beaches and discos are not the only thing that attracts numerous tourists. Boredom at the resort will not have to thanks to an interesting excursion program. In the vicinity of the city there are many original villages with snow-white houses, drowning in luscious greenery. During these trips, you can not only buy souvenirs, but also learn more about the peculiarities of the life of the Turks. During long excursions it is suggested to visit such iconic historical places as Ephesus, Dalyan, Pamukkale, Kos Island (the place where Hippocrates was born).
Bodrum (map of the city is presented in the article)is famous for a large number of both modest boarding houses and fashionable hotels. On the territory of most of them, children's playgrounds are organized. All hotels are at a distance of no more than 25 kilometers from the city center. In total there are more than sixty. Among the three-star hotels with low prices are the following: Kerem Resort, Alta Beach Hotel, Club Aqua Torba, AeganGarden. They have an all-inclusive system.
Lovers of chic holidays choose five-star hotels, such as Baia Bodrum, Salmakis Resort & SPA, Latanya Beach Resort, Bodrum Park Resort. The description of the latter will be discussed in more detail.
Hotel "Bodrum Park Resort" is located in twentykilometers from the geographical center of the resort. The nearest airport is 45 km away. The institution opened its doors for the first time in 1998. Family couples often choose this hotel resort of Bodrum. The sea is two hundred meters away. The beach is sand and gravel. Sun beds, umbrellas and deckchairs are given to the guests at no additional cost. All apartments are equipped with modern air conditioning and powerful ventilation systems. Thanks to this, the rooms are never stuffy. On the territory of the hotel restaurants are opened, specializing in different cuisines of the world.
Another decent accommodation option - AzkaHotel. This five-star hotel is located just one and a half kilometers from the center of Bodrum. It has its own sandy beach on the shore of the most beautiful Gulf of Bardakchi. Delivery of food and drinks to the rooms is done around the clock. On site, you can play tennis or squash.
One of the best places for the long-awaitedholidays - Bodrum. The sights of the resort can be viewed both independently and with guides. In any case, the opportunity to explore the monuments of antiquity and plunge into an unfamiliar culture will leave a lot of impressions.
