Learn more about Bodrum

Tourist cities in Turkey

Learn more about the Pearl of Turkey (Bodrum City)

Tourist cities in Turkey | The tourist city of Bodrum in Turkey

The port city of Bodrum is located in southwestern Turkey opposite Greece in the Turkish province of Mugla in the Aegean region.

Bodrum is considered one of the tourist cities and is a coastal tourist center, as it includes a beautiful and charming sea harbor and is a center for yachts and cruises.

Bodrum is 900 km away from the Turkish capital, Istanbul.

Information about the city of Bodrum, Turkey

Bodrum occupies a very special place among the tourist areas of Turkey.

Bodrum contains many monuments dating back 5,000 years, and the first civilization in it was the Caria Kingdom,

The city is also mentioned in ancient Greek myths.

Bodrum is characterized by its white houses dug into the picturesque green mountains,

It has a population of about 38,000.

The Turkish city of Bodrum is called the "Pearl of Turkey", as well as the title "the city that never sleeps" because of its markets that operate around the clock.

Bodrum's main attractions

Bodrum Castle:

A historic castle that attracts architects and history lovers, it was built in the fifteenth century AD by the Knights of Rhodes using the remains of stones and rocks from the Mausoleum of Mausolus,

The castle was used during the past centuries as a hospital, mosque, and prison, but today it is a historical museum.

Bodrum Amphitheater:

Civilizations have followed the city of Bodrum since the dawn of history, as it is not only a tourist and entertainment city, but a historical city,

The traces of the Greeks and the Romans still remain in it. The Bodrum Amphitheater is a huge historical amphitheater consisting of a podium, a place for the orchestra, and seating for more than 13,000 people.

The amphitheater overlooks a charming view of the Aegean coast, and was used for royal ceremonies and watching various sports.

Bodrum Market:

Its construction dates back to the Ottoman era and there are different types of various traditional gifts for the city at very reasonable prices.

Mimosa:

A large square overlooking a wonderful view of the Bodrum Sea, containing many restaurants, cafes, restrooms and sports fields.