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Bodrum old town - white houses and bazaar streets around the castle

Bodrum Old Town Guide: Castle, Bazaar, and Walking Route (2026)

The old town of Bodrum is gathered around the harbor, which is divided into two sides by the castle.

Bodrum windmills at sunset, historic stone mill silhouette

Bodrum Windmills: History, Location and Sunset Guide

Where are the Bodrum windmills, how to get there? A guide to the historical windmills on the Gümbet ridge, sunset hours, free visits, and safety tips.

Bodrum Castle and marina, panoramic view of Bodrum Castle over the sea

Bodrum Castle and Museum of Underwater Archaeology: Complete Travel Guide

Bodrum Castle guide: history, the five knights' towers, the Uluburun shipwreck, museum halls, summer night opening hours and practical visiting tips.

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus: The 7th Wonder of the World Lying in the Heart of Bodrum

Mausoleum of Halicarnassus: Bodrum's Wonder of the Ancient World

A legend etched into Bodrum's soil: The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus. Here's everything you need to know about this tomb, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Bodrum's History: A Journey from Ancient Civilizations to the Ottoman Empire

Bodrum's history boasts a rich heritage spanning thousands of years, from the Carian civilization to the Ottoman Empire. Discover this unique journey, from ancient Halicarnassus to Bodrum Castle.

The Immortal Love Story Behind the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus

Discover the immortal love story of King Mausolus and Queen Artemisia behind the Halicarnassus Mausoleum, one of Bodrum's landmarks; this unique heritage that shaped history will captivate you.