My Home in The Sun - Turkey

Built on a peninsula formed by the meeting of the eastern and western harbours

Bodrum, with its narrow streets winding down to the sea, is famous for its castle, its world-renowned yachts, its shipyards and the dazzling white houses and tombs lining the shores of its two harbours.

The resort is 30 minutes away from the airport and is dominated by the magnificent St Peters Castle. Bodrum is considered by many to be the most cosmopolitan resort. It offers a high standard of shops, places to dine and entertainment. The marina is impressive during the day as it is at night with an array of quality restaurants lining the marina.

The region includes the municipalities of Bodrum, Turgutreis, Ortakent, Türkbükü, Yalikavak, Gümüslük, Bitez, Konacik and Mumcular

Recent tourist-oriented developments were built or are being built across the district area. The peninsula extends across an exceptionally dry belt even when compared with its immediate neighbors. Low rainfall results in a constant shortage of potable water, an issue that became more critical lately, with an increasing population and more tourists.  

Bodrum is particularly popular with the British market,

though an assortment of other western European nationalities, the occasional independent traveller moving through Turkey, young international revellers and Turks themselves on holiday, make for an interesting mix.

The weather in Bodrum is mild year round. The best time to visit is between the months of May and October when the average temperature is 25°C (77°F). In the months of July and August the temperature often exceeds 30°C (86°F).

Bodrum Beaches

Gümbet : Nearest beach to Bodrum and just 3 km. away. It is now a self contained resort with hotels, shops, bars, discos, banks and everything the tourist needs for 24 hours of non stop fun. Gümbet is also one of the most popular water sports centers

Bitez : Just 7 km. west of Bodrum. The winds are favorable for windsurfing. The beach is sandy here. There is a Turkish Delight factory here.

Ortakent : Nex bay to Bitez and just 13 km from Bodrum. In the early spring the village hosts an annual camel wrestling festival. There is very long sandy beach.

Kargi and Bagla : Kargi, known as Camel Beach, and Bagla is 16 km from Bodrum and there is nice beach here.

Akyarlar and Karaincir : 22 km from Bodrum and closest points to Cos (Greek Island) Winds here are ideal for windsurfing. This is one of the safest beaches for children on the peninsula. There is a tiny harbour.

Turgutreis : 18 km from Bodrum and named after the famous Ottoman admiral Turgut Reis. It is a small town in its own right and combines a compact town center with several beaches and all amenities for tourists. An ideal surfing place.

Kadikalesi : 4 km next to Turgutreis and offers some of holiday resorts. 

Gümüslük : 24 km from Bodrum and protected from modern development due to Myndos, an ancient site. The simple charm of the village has survived the influx of tourism. Rabbits are raised on the island at the ed of the causeway a short paddle away. There are many seaside fish restaurants. A tranquil village.

Torba : 6 km north of Bodrum and has two beaches. There are the remains of a Byzantine monastery.

Gündogan : Only a few minutes from Yalikavak and there are signs of antiquity in the hinterland. A couple of large hotels have been developed here in recent years.

Göl-Türkbükü :These villages, 18 km from Bodrum, are very close to each others and favorite places of many well-known Turkish artists and actors.

Yalikavak : 18 km from Bodrum, small but developed town and offers everything required. There are many seaside cafes, restaurants and hotels. An old olive press is converted into a showroom for kilims, carpets and jewellery.