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Bodrum, Turkey
Bodrum defines what makes the Aegean coast of Turkey so amazing. The ruins of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, are said to have provided some of the building materials for Bodrum Castle. Hidden within the medieval fortress is an Underwater Archaeology Museum featuring exhibits on shipwrecks and Turkish nautical history. When you’re not relaxing on the beautiful beaches, take a walk down Cumhuriyet Street, aka Bodrum Bar Street, to enjoy the many shops, clubs, and street food vendors.
What you NEED TO KNOW
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Port Name & Location
Cruise Ship Terminal of Bodrum. -
Time Zone
TRT (Turkey Time); UTC/GMT +3 hours -
Language
The local language is Turkish. In Turkish, wine is “şarap,” vineyard is “üzüm bağı” and beach is “plaj.” -
Currency & Shopping
The local currency is the Turkish Lira. -
Famous For
Bodrum Castle is home to an Underwater Archaeology Museum with exhibits on shipwrecks and nautical history. -
Fun Fact #1
The Bodrum amphitheater was built in the 4th-century and still holds concerts on its hilltop location overlooking the sea. -
Fun Fact: Foodies
Baklava is a world-famous Turkish dessert made with filo and chopped nuts. -
Fun Fact: Landmarks
The Mausoleum of Halicarnassus is a tomb built between 353 and 350 BC and later destroyed in an earthquake.