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White Amphitheater of the Aegean
The town's whitewashed houses, rising terrace-like up the hills, frame the bay like an ancient amphitheater, giving Bodrum, along with the numerous yachts in the harbor, its characteristic Mediterranean look.
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St. Peter's Crusader Castle
The Knights of St. John built the mighty fortress in the 15th century, partly using stones from the ancient Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the castle today houses a significant underwater archaeology museum.
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Blue Cruise
On multi-day sailing trips aboard traditional wooden gulet boats, travelers explore hidden coves, ancient ruins, and secluded islands along the turquoise coast, a way of touring the Aegean region that has been popular since the 1960s.
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Ancient Theater of Halicarnassus
The well-preserved Greek theater from the 4th century BC still seats thousands of spectators today and is occasionally used for concerts, while the upper rows offer a wide view over Bodrum Bay.
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❓ FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions about Bodrum
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How do I get to Bodrum?
Milas-Bodrum Airport is served directly by numerous European cities several times a week and is located about 35 kilometers from the city center.
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Why is Bodrum called the white amphitheater of the Aegean?
The town's whitewashed houses, rising terrace-like up the hills, frame the bay like an ancient amphitheater, giving Bodrum, along with the numerous yachts in the harbor, its characteristic Mediterranean look.
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Who built St. Peter's Castle in Bodrum?
The Knights of St. John built the mighty fortress in the 15th century, partly using stones from the ancient Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the castle today houses a significant underwater archaeology museum.
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What is a Blue Cruise from Bodrum?
On multi-day sailing trips aboard traditional wooden gulet boats, travelers explore hidden coves, ancient ruins, and secluded islands along the turquoise coast, a way of touring the Aegean region that has been popular since the 1960s.