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Bodrum - Ancient city of Halicarnassus
The Father of History -Herodotus, describes his birth place that; "the world's most beautiful skyline & the best climate"

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Bodrum Peninsula in Turkey
Bodrum Peninsula is located in the aegean region of Turkey.The aegean Cost of Turkey is an extra-ordinary place with its immense unspoilt coastline & warm climate which offers all year round sunshine.


Gümüşlük in Bodrum Peninsula
Gümüşlük is a favourite seaside village, situated on the west side of the Bodrum peninsula, about 20 minutes car drive from Bodrum town centre.

Bodrum's climate is wonderfully pleasant. In summer, the dry heat rarely goes above 35°C, while the water is a balmy 25°C.

Your health will also be taken good care of in modern hospitals on the peninsula.

Gümüşlük - Ancient city of Myndos
"Quiet & healty days by the sea"

Only Gümüşlük offers the perfect balence between simple unadorned beaches amidst untainted nature and the opportunity to enjoy genuine unobtrusive Turkish hospitality.

Be your pleasure swimming & snorkeling in calm waters, lying on sunbeds sipping drinks or exploring the surrounding mandarin orchards and pine woods, your satisfaction is guaranteed.

Indigenous yellow and violet flora which maintain their colour even as they wither, draw a lot of attention. The rocks which have been eroded by wind and the waves of the sea make wonderful formations and offer easy access into the clear sea. So does the beach and the boats in the bay. There is also a shallow walk-way, formed from stones of the sunken city, on to the Rabbit Island where the rabbits can frequently be seen.

When it comes to the evening meal, the restaurants perched beside the waters of the bay are famous for their range of meze and fish dishes.

There are numerous art workshops dotted around Gümüşlük specializing in ceramics, sculpture, beadwork, patchwork and leather crafts. There are also many art and music studios. Most of these workshops and studios welcome visitors, encouraging them not only to make purchases but also to try their hand at the various artistic activities. Throughout the season a wide range of educational courses are also available. These classes are held on demand in yoga, tai chi...
A small Byzantine church above the beach is now a cultural centre with a regular programme of concerts and exhibitions.

Gümüslük wakes up late in the morning and stays late into the evening. The sun rises from behind the hills and sets behind the Greek Islands producing fantastic sunsets. Watching this natural spectacular with an early drink is a joy to behold!


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Bodrum's surroundings offer the possibility of many activities. Two of The Seven Wonders of the world stood in the aegean.
The temple of Artemis at Ephesus and the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus - Bodrum.
Well organized tours offer opportunities to visit the Historical Sites and also provide fully equipped yachts for Blue Voyage.

Bodrum and environs etches a special place in everyone's heart. Over the years it has become a specially desired place to settle for both the Turkish people from big cities and foreign visitors.

Turkish Airlines (THY) has regular flights from/to all capitals and major cities of the world and a fine network of domestic flights.
A 45 minute plane journey from Istanbul,
will bring you to Milas-Bodrum Airport,
only 35 km from Bodrum. Direct charter flights are also available. Many experienced travel agencies offer reservation and ticket sales, boat and car rentals.
There are regular bus services between Turkey, Europe & Middle East. Passenger and car ferries apart from numerous cruises in the Mediterranean, several foreign shipping companies have regular services to the port of Bodrum. There are 3 marinas in the peninsula, at Bodrum city, Yalıkavak and Turgutreis.


Bodrum city is centered around the old Castle of St. Peter which was called Zephyrion in ancient times. Today the Castle is the Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology which is known



as the First and the Best of its kind displaying artifacts dating as far back as the Bronze Age.

You can taste various popular cuisines here. You'll be offered the best of Italian,Thai, Chinese, Mexican, European, Turkish cuisines and sea-food from simple meals to gourmet feasts.

Fish is always a favorite in coastal areas and priced by weight. Delicious starters (meze) are traditionaly accompanied by a glass of Rakı to whet the appetite.
Also fast food, Cafes and Patisseries are available all over the town.

A full range of professionally supervised adventure & incentive activities such as Scuba Diving, Surfing, Trekking...

Night life in Bodrum is as lively and diverse as you would expect. Pop, Jazz, Folk and Live music meets you everywhere till morning.