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The club scene here is probably the loudest in the Aegean, so if you’re after a party you’ve made the right stop. The al fresco Halikarnas disco is the wildest way to experience the outdoors, but if you’re hungry for a taste of culture you won’t be too hard-pressed to find it in Bodrum. Between the Museum of Underwater Archaeology,the famous Windmillsand the neighbouring towns of Gumbet and Turgutreis, Bodrum still clings to its ancient charm when everyone else is too busy having a good time.

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Bodrum History

• Bodrum Castle/Castle of St Peter – Built in the early 1400s, this castle is one of Bodrum’s most famous and stunning landmarks.
• Mausoleum of Halicarnassus – This is one of Bodrum’s most popular landmarks and is more than 2,300 years old.
• French Tower – Located at Bodrum Castle, this tower holds the tomb of Queen Ada.
• Ancient Amphitheatre – This spectacular amphitheatre was built before the Romans settled in Bodrum and offers great views of the town.
• Myndos Gate – The last remaining remnant of the town walls.

Bodrum Art & Culture

• Underwater Archaeology Museum – Located in Bodrum Castle, this museum displays items from shipwrecks.
• Zeki Müren Museum – One of Turkey’s most famous singers is immortalized in this museum.
• Fethiye Museum – This museum displays an array of artefacts, statues and ceramic works.
• Milas Museum – This museum displays countless artefacts from the Mugla sub-province.
• Baris Suyu Turkish Culture and Tourism Festival – Thousands of tourists and locals gather at this festival, held in July every year.

Bodrum Shopping

• Turgutreis Market – Large market that is open in Bodrum every Saturday.
• Oasis Shopping Centre – This popular shopping centre has more than 200 shops.
• Karada Marina – Features quality leather goods and designer labels.
• Neyzen Tevfik Caddesi – The chance to buy or sell Turkish goods is within this area of Bodrum.
• Central Bodrum’s Turkish bazaars – Bazaars and colourful boutiques are spread across central Bodrum.

Gay & Lesbian Bodrum

• Veli Bar – One of the oldest mixed bars in Bodrum.
• The White House – This bar offers live music in a Victorian-style setting.
• Halikarnass Disco – Well known and considered to be one of the best discos in the world.
• For a Bar – A bar and disco that is located on the beach and offers fantastic views of the sea.
• Hadigari Bar and Restaurant – Offers visitors a place to unwind, starting in the early evening until late at night.

Bodrum Events

All sheep go into hiding as February brings Kurban Bayrami. The community honours the biblical near-sacrifice of Isaac by Abraham with a feast of fresh lamb.

May rings in the Bodrum Bicycle Festival, bringing acrobats, live music performances and dance shows that sweeten the action.

The International Bodrum Film Festival in early June is held at the castle, and includes an awards ceremony, concerts and film screenings.

An array of musical performances and much local pride takes over for the Bodrum Festival from late July to early August.

The ending of the Ottoman Empire is celebrated in October, with partying across the whole of Turkey for Republic Day.

When To Go

• Spring and autumn are popular times to visit, as the temperatures remain around 20°C (68°F).
• The winter months are not too cold during the day, but the nights can seem pretty chilly and showers are frequent.
• Peak season is June to August. The sun is out, the rain is nowhere to be seen and the crowds are everywhere.

Getting Around

• Bodrum is a small city, so walking is a good option for exploring the local scene.
• Another good, cheap way to get around is by dolmuş. These are shared taxis that follow a fixed route.
• You may want to consider hiring a car for travelling further out, but lots of local tour companies include transport in their services.

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