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Turkeys number one seaside tourist resort, Bodrum, is picturesque and boasts whitewashed stucco hillside houses and lovely landscapes. The city is also a lively destination for partygoers in the summer. ' '

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St Peters Castle, at the centre of Bodrums twin harbours, dominates the city. The castle houses the Bodrum Underwater Archaeology Museum. Here, various shipwrecks have been reassembled for display and occupy several buildings in the castle. In the chapel, the East Roman Ship dates from the 7th century AD. The dishevelled remains of the Mausoleum, one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World, are also located in Bodrum.

Out and about in Bodrum

Bodrum is a good base from which to explore the ruins of Ephesus, Pamukkale, Dalyan and Kaunos, as well as Priene, Miletos and Didyma. Alternatively, there are many beaches in the region. Just eight kilometres from Bodrum is Torba, featuring a lengthy beach and the remains of an old Byzantine monastery. The hillside village of Türkbükü is also a popular spot with holidaying Turks. The fishermans cove of Gümüslük, site of the ancient city of Myndos (partially visible just under the surface of the water), is located at the westernmost tip of the Bodrum Peninsula. The village has a variety of waterside fish restaurants offering a pleasant atmosphere, and an appealing beach.

Leisure Options

Bodrums nightlife is vibrant, with all-night parties organised by club owners. Bar Street is lit by a laser show from the Halikarnas Night Club and is a popular nightspot. During the summer months, the harbour becomes full of hundreds of wooden gullets offering trips to the nearby islands or for the Mavi Yoluculu (Blue Cruise) - a romanticised weeklong journey along the coastlines of the Mediterranean.

Safety

Although the city is relatively safe, you should be cautious when exploring Bodrum and the surround area. Visitors are more prone to accidents when in an unfamiliar environment and on holiday. When visiting Bodrum, we strongly recommend you take out travel insurance for you and your family.

Weather in Bodrum

In the months between November - February the average high is 15C and in the summer months of July and August it can be a high of 33C. In June, July and August it is very rare to see any rain. ' '

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