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FASCINATING Day Trip to BODRUM TURKEY!
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FASCINATING Day Trip to BODRUM TURKEY!



Bodrum Turkey: Exploring the ancient Theatre, the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus, Bodrum Castle and a tour of the harbour and markets.
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Lots of people holiday in or around Bodrum every year and it’s a very popular place to enjoy the long summer months and relax on the Turkish Riviera. I did just that and decided to catch a local bus into the city and take a tour around some of its incredible sites – both old and new.

I started down on the harbour and made my way through a labyrinth of narrow streets to the busy market area. There is plenty of opportunity for a deal or two especially if you like your brands. After a quick look around I headed over to the city’s fortifications.

Bodrum castle was built in the 15th century by the Knights of St John and is one of the city’s most prominent tourist attractions. Inside it’s possible to walk around and explore the towers, courtyard and recently updated museums. Make sure you find your way up to the top and take in the spectacular views across the harbour, beaches and the rest of the city.

Next on my list was the mausoleum of Halicarnassus which was about 20 minutes walk away from the castle. This is the site of a humongous tomb built for Mausolus – a former ruler of Caria. The tomb was built nearly 2500 years ago and would’ve stood more than 40 metres tall. Sadly it was destroyed in the 16th century leaving just ruins where it once stood.

My final destination was the ancient theatre of Halicarnassus – a Greco-Roman theatre built in the fourth century BCE. The theatre is about 10 minutes walk on from the mausoleum and free to enter. It’s positioned on the side of a hill so not only do you get to experience the sight of such a historic place but if you climb to the very top (which you are allowed to do) the panoramic views across Bodrum are outstanding. It was the perfect place to end the video so that’s exactly what I did.

I’m glad I got to spend the day in Bodrum and take a tour of some of its many sites – lots of history, entrancing architecture and wonderful views. Definitely recommended.

📖 CHAPTERS:
📖 00:00 Welcome to Bodrum!
📖 01:07 Bodrum Grand Bazaar & Market
📖 02:17 Bodrum Castle
📖 05:22 Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
📖 07:57 Bodrum Ancient Theatre

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7 Comments

  4. T

    So much history and major changes taking place in that region of the world in the early 20th century. Especially for Turkey and surrounding lands/nations and the various boundaries of Eastern Europe.
    I always find it interesting that some names of cities and regional places have stayed the same for many centuries even up to today's times.
    And then during those same times after conflicts regionally or especially major, world level involved, conflicts some cities are reverted to older previous names or are given entirely new names.
    Thank Matt for sharing your journey there and the great views of Bodrum.

  5. WITY TRAVELS

    You're right, another great view! That tomb is really nice; shame about the earthquakes. Love that amphitheater. Looks like it is still in use! Would be really peaceful back in the day on the water with no cars.

  7. KATHY S

    Great views! It did remind me of Greece. This would be a great place to visit while island hopping

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