Details About Bodrum

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Spread out between two crescent bays, Bodrum exudes an "artsy" ambiance. With its gleaming white houses and colorful flower gardens it is one of the prettiest resorts on the South Aegean coast. Recently, it has become very popular with the jet set crowd, while at the same time maintaining an intimate air; there are strict zoning laws preventing over development.
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Attractions

Bodrum's main draw are pristine beaches, a busy yachting center and historic sites - a great combination to attract those sailing the Aegean Sea. Bodrum was known in antiquity as the site of Halicarnassus, a city whose origin dates back as far as 1000 B.C. It was known for its splendid mausoleum, an enormous white marble tomb that King Mausolus had planned for himself. It was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Although the structure was obliterated by the ravages of time, archaeologists have arranged models and drawings at the site to provide an idea of what the mausoleum looked like. Bodrum was also the birthplace of Herodotus, who wrote the first comprehensive world history. Today's major cultural attraction is the massive Castle of St. Peter. In particular, the Museum of Underwater Archaeology, housed in the castle complex, should not be missed.

Activities

The Theater Cut into the rock of the hillside behind the town, the theater’s location provides a splendid view of the town and the castle. Mausoleum of HalicarnassusOnce among the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, all that is left today are a jumble of masonry and tumbled columns. The site includes an exhibition gallery, which features bits of sculpted marble, models of Halicarnassus and the Mausoleum in addition to various diagrams and plans. Its location is a short way inland from the shore of the western bay.

Shopping

Bodrum is easy to get around on foot. From the center square small streets fan out, lined with shops selling arts and crafts, leather articles, jewelry and carpets. Artists display their works along the harborfront. There is also a market offering a variety of clothing and goods besides local produce. Most shops are open throughout the day and until late in the evening.

Currency

The local currency is the Turkish lira.

 
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