Why is Bodrum famous?

Bodrum is a place steeped in history! One of the must-visit attractions in Bodrum is the castle. Built in the 15th century and originally called “Petronium”, the castle of Bodrum was created by the Order of the Knights Hospitaller to honor Saint Peter.



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The Bodrum peninsula is tiny, but it manages to pack a lot in — fine dining, luxury hotels and high culture, all set in striking surrounds. This is the most exclusive part of the Turkish riviera, where the super-wealthy bring their yachts each summer and celebrities dodge the paparazzi in hidden bays.

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Bodrum is a major tourist town and downtown you'll find lots of tourists at the open-air bazaar or the many shops and restaurants. However, it's also so easy to get away from the crowds.

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Bodrum. When you talk about Bodrum, you mostly talk about the Bodrum Peninsula, rather than the city itself. Bodrum is home to some of Turkey's most luxurious hotels and resorts. Needless to say, it also attracts a high number of very rich businesspeople and entrepreneurs, who choose to live in the region.

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All night beach parties and thumping clubs make Bodrum the best party town on the Turkish Riviera.

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While walking you will see the small shops on the Barlar Sokagi ( i.e. Bar street) where you can enjoy a cold beer or a hot Turkish tea depending on your taste. You can walk nearby The Castle till Bodrum Marina where you can experience shopping, eating, drinking....

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If you're a sunseeker the best time to visit Bodrum is between June and September. The hottest month of the year is July with an average daily maximum of 36 C and an average low of 20 C. The coolest month of the year is January with an average daily maximum of 14 C and an average low of 4 C.

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  • Olive & Olive Oil. Olive and olive oil have been indispensable ingredients of the Ottoman and Turkish culture, and the Mediterranean cuisine. ...
  • Pestamal. The pestamal is a thin towel with tassels used in the hamam (Turkish bath) and also one of the most popular souvenirs. ...
  • Bodrum Sandals. ...
  • Organic Tangerine Delight.


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The most expensive cities in Turkey
  • Istanbul is the most expensive city in Turkey.
  • Costs in Istanbul, the most expensive city in Turkey.
  • Ankara is the second most expensive city in Turkey.


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The incredible hotels in Turkey that are making this country the new favourite hot spot for A-listers, from Kate Moss to J. Lo
  • Uma Thurman and Salma Hayek are regular guests at the luxury Mandarin Oriental hotel in Bodrum.
  • JLo prefers to arrive by yacht and Bill Clinton via the helipad at the Ciragan Palace Kempinski.


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