Its thriving nightlife, stunning beaches, and quality hotels make this Turkish town a charmer. Bodrum has drawn some major attention from tourists in recent times, some going so far as to call it ‘the next Bali.’
(Speaking of Bali, the cultural heartland of this Indonesian city deserves a spot on your bucket list.)
So, what’s so special about this town that Bloomberg picked it as one of the best places to travel to in 2019?
Bodrum is described as the “Land of the Eternal Blue” by Homer. The spectacular medieval castle built by the Knights of the Rhodes guards the entrance to Bodrum’s dazzling blue bay where the Aegean and Mediterranean Seas meet. Its gothic-inspired architecture and the nearby Bodrum Underwater Archaeology Museum is the stuff of every history buff’s dream.
The dazzling blue in the beaches and bays here make it all the more enchanting. The castle we mentioned earlier separates the two bays of Bodrum, lending the town’s extensive coastline the beauty it is so famous for. Visit it during the summer months to find the beaches throbbing with life!
The Marmara and the Voyage Torba are some of the most luxurious hotels and resorts in this Aegean town. Treat yourself to some royal treatment complete with relaxing hammam baths and a stunning view overlooking Bodrum’s waters.
Love being outdoors? Then you’ll love Bodrum for its pretty lanes, white-washed houses and picturesque view.
And, if you want a slice of authentic Turkish life, head over to Etrim, a village not very far from Bodrum. The traditional occupation of the residents here is carpet-weaving, a skill that is more of an art. The carpets, some of the most marvelous examples of Turkish craftsmanship make for the perfect souvenirs to take back.
It’s hard to resist the charm of this Aegean town. It has something for everyone – a whiff of history here, a taste of beachy waters there, and there you have it – the next big thing in the world of travel!
Before you plan your next trip here, these are some of the things you must do when in Bodrum.
Research: Prajal Narain & Ronjinee Chattopadhyay
