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Bodrum Map and Bodrum RegionsBodrum is a Peninsula on the Aegean Coast of Turkey some 2 hours drive from Izmir. The main town, which names the peninsula, is Bodrum.  Bodrum Town The largest town on the Bodrum Peninsula hence names the peninsula. Static population of Bodrum town is 30,000, although at peak holiday season, the population can grow in excess of half a million. This in itself is a strong indication of the investment potential of Bodrum Properties. Bodrum Town is a charming and fascinating little
port, 270 km. south of Izmir, on the Aegean coast of Turkey. The
inhabitants of Bodrum are around 30.000 and earn their living by
fishing, boat-building, agriculture, weaving (the village Mumcular
is famous for its carpets, kilims and other weavings) and tourism,
which has become the most important industry in the last few years.
In recent times Bodrum has become not only a tourist centre but also
a visiting place for famous Turkish and foreign artists and also an
art centre, which is a source of inspiration. The heart of the town is around the harbour, where shops, bars and restaurants jostle together in the narrow streets under the shadow of the St. Peter Castle . The main artery is Cumhurriyet Caddesi (Republic Street), much better known as bar street. This street is a pedestrianised showcase of what the town has to offer. Skilled artisans can make you a pair of snugly fitting leather sandals in the traditional Aegean style, while small boutiques offer stylish creations inspired by local designs and fabrics. A Classic Picture of The Bodrum Castle  The Beautiful Bodrum Yacht Marina - God Knows Who You will Bump into Today!  Bodrum Property in Bodrum Town rightfully commands a premium to the rest of the peninsula. This is not only because of the vibrant Bodrum nightlife and atmosphere that attracts millions here every year, but also due to excellent investment potential that Bodrum Property in Bodrum Town represents. Off plan property in Bodrum and new build property in Bodrum town are very rare. Most Bodrum town properties are resale properties by their Turkish and foreign owners. You will find that a good number of Turkish celebrities are proud owners of Bodrum Villas, Bodrum apartments and Bodrum penthouses in Bodrum town. Gumbet  Only 2-3 km away from Bodrum
town, this place recently became almost a resort in itself. Gümbet
(named after Kümbet - these numerous
white-domed cisterns in the area) features one of the longest and
most popular beaches on the peninsula. Gümbet is also one of the
most popular water sports centers with water-skiing, windsurfing,
parasailing, etc. available. The popularity of Gümbet has also
generated serious nightlife and the streets of Gümbet vibrate till
dawn with the music from numerous bars, discos and street
side-cafes.Bodrum property in Gumbet is also heavily in demand, albeit at less of a premium than Bodrum property in Bodrum town. Gumbet properties are mainly 2 bedroom Bodrum apartments. One downside of Gumbet is its constant upbeat atmosphere which may become somewhat untolerable after a while. Nevertheless, lovers of Gumbet would settle for nothing less than a Bodrum property in Gumbet. Bitez  Bitez lies 7 km west of Bodrum, in the bay next to Gumbet. The winds here are particularly favorable for windsurfing and several water sports operators are based here. The beach is sandy, with plenty of sunloungers and umbrellas for sunbathing. Away from the beach it is possible to wander through mandarin orange groves where oxen plough and life continues as before. The village itself is a 15 minute walk, or short drive, inland and remains totally unspoiled by tourism. The only Turkish Delight (Lokum) to be made on the peninsula is made here. Dolmuses leave for Bitez every 20-30 minutes from the main bus station in Bodrum. Bodrum property in Bitez is not highly in demand due to the fact that most of Bitez falls within Turkish restricted (military) zones, where the only form of foreign ownership is through a limited company formed in Turkey. Although we do not necessarily advocate against this form of Bodrum property ownership, most European buyers tend to be 'uncomfortable' with the process. Please do not hesitate to talk to us regarding the pros and cons of this type of Bodrum property ownership for Bitez (same as Turgut Reis) is indeed a beautiful part of the Bodrum peninsula. It should also be noted that Bitez boasts some of the best sandy beaches on the Bodrum peninsula. Ortakent and Yahsi  Ortakent & Yahsi occupy the next bay to Bitez following the peninsula round to the west. The very large beach is popular with families, although the water rapidly becomes quite deep. There are several beach side cafes providing inexpensive meals and snacks throughout the day. There is also camping space here. To get to the beach, take a dolls from the main bus station in Bodrum to 'Yahoos beach'. The village of , which means 'Midtown straddles the main Bodrum-Turgutreis road. The village is unremarkable except for the distinctive 17th century 'tower houses' unique to the area and built for defensive purposes. Turgutreis   You find this little town
(second largest town on the Bodrum peninsula) at the western tip of
the peninsula. Named after the famous admiral, Turgut
Reis, this is a *stroll* town in its own right and combines
a compact town center with several long sandy beaches. This part of the coast is favored by professional wind surfers as the winds are generally strong. Regular buses connect Turgutreis with Bodrum, and in high season coaches for Istanbul and Ankara leave from the Turgutreis bus station. Turgut Reis also has a good size yacht marina right next door to the beach. Kadikalesi, is next to Turgutreis and offers some of the finest holiday resorts. Same as Bitez, most parts of lovely Turgut Reis fall within restricted zones and hence ownership is only possible via a limited company. Bodrum property in Turgut Reis is however still highly regarded and highly desirable. Bodrum penthouses and Bodrum apartments in Turgut Reis boast some of the best sunsets that one can enjoy on the peninsula. Please refer to our Bodrum penthouses in Turgut Reis for several examples of this. Gündogan  Only a few minutes West of
Yalikavak a place that can be really called peaceful. It is a little
village which is still more or less unspoiled despite the holiday
developments on the surrounding hills. Here in the North of the
peninsula a fresh breeze often comes . A reason why many surfers
prefer this bay. Bodrum property in Gundogan is offered at some discount to other parts of the peninsula mainly due to its somewhat less recognised status. Gümüslük Gümüs is the Turkish word for Silver. Thanks to strictly enforced building prohibitions, the sea front has kept its original appearance and photogenic fishing village charm. This is the ideal spot for peace and quiet, with the added advantage of many excellent fish restaurants along the small waterfront, where you can sit comfortably next to the gently lapping sea. Your feet are touching historical ground here, it is the harbor of ancient Myndos.  Located on the far west coast
of the Bodrum peninsula, ancient Myndos and present day
Gümüslük spell the newcomers at first sight. The
devoted admirers of Gümüslük like pilgrims, do not miss a chance to
come here to experience the charm once again.The long and windy road from Bodrum takes to Gümüslük in only 20 minutes. As you pass by Peksimet valley and come to the hill of the windmills, the panaroma see is a perfect combination of blue and green. Following the narrow road, you pass by white houses in numerous tones of green citrus gardens and as you reach the seaside the small bay will embrace you like the fishing boats and yacths anchored here you will feel safe in this natural harbour. Myndos was founded by King Mausoloss the Emperor of Halicarnassos, ruins lies partly under the sea and under the ground, buried after many earthquakes took place centuries ago. Historical foundations are churches, cisterns, graves and wells. The architecture is with use of marble and sanitation of the ancient city is in place. According to nobel prize winner, Eric Von Daniken the lost civilization of Atlantis lies in the adjacent bay to Gümüslük. Historical character Brutus lived in Gümüslük in his final days.  Crater lake within the small harbour is said to be a fresh water spring, the Romans used to mix the water from the spring with wine to heal people with stomach problems. The small island at the entrance of the bay is called Rabbit island, inhabitants are of course rabbits. The natural beaches are of Blue Flag standart, meaning zero pollution preservation, are favored by sun lovers. When the sun goes down a natural light show begins. Even after the sun dissapears behind the islands in the west, the fantastic dance of crimson, purple, pink and red goes on. At the twilight the first of the stars of the evening shine joyfully in the sky and on the still waters of the bay in harmony. Fullmoon is definitely an excatsy on top of this harmony. The mot a mot meaning of Gümüslük is silverville.... Bodrum property in Gumusluk offers some of the best value for money Bodrum villas and Bodrum apartments for a savvy investor. Yalikavak  Turn right on the main road near Ortakent and after 10 km you come to Yalikavak with its small, but busy, center and a harbour where visiting yachts and fishing boats moor cheerfully together. The  restaurants in the town
center and on the sea front are popular with locals and tourists
alike. There is a little beach, but it's more comfortable to sit in a waterside cafe and watch the world go by. Several buildings have been tastefully restored in the town; a former water cistern has become a small art gallery and a former olive oil press is converted into a kilim showroom where visitors are welcome. Bodrum property in Yalikavak is one of the most prestigious locations to purchase property in Bodrum on the peninsula. Yalikavak, with its newly expanded yacht marina, breathtaking sea views and blue flag beaches, makes ideal investment property in Bodrum. In addition to some of the most picturesque scenes from many of Bodrum penthouses in Yalikavak, there are a good number of ideal retirement property in Bodrum on offer as well. Yalikavak Bodrum villas are situated on hilltops and most of them offer beautiful sea views within easy access to the sleepy village centre and the marina. Akyarlar Good camping sites and an ideal surrounding for wind surfers are here. The marvelous scenery of the Greek Aegean islands is just in front of you and it is perhaps one of the safest, sandiest beaches for children on the peninsula. There are several cafes and a tiny harbor. Camping facilities and a couple of small, inexpensive pensions for independent travelers. Still this place has its own tranquil charm. Torba This little village is hiding in a charming little bay. Heading North of Bodrum, Torba is the nearest village. It is only active during the summer months, but due to the generally high quality of the holiday home developments is a pleasant and relaxed place to visit. There are also the remains of a Byzantine monastery, and nearby is a small path leading to the next bay, which is ideal for a little light walking. Ferries to Didim (ancient Didyma) leave from Torba harbor across the Gulf of Güllük. Türkbükü and Gölköy You find these two little villages on the peninsula map east of Yalikavak. These delightful spots are the favorite retreats of many well-known Turkish artists, actors and entertainers who enliven the many small bars and restaurants at night. Several of the more popular restaurants are run by Istanbul couples who have fled the big city. Gulluk Marina Town A major shipping harbour, with lots of nice restaurants, local shops for all your needs, banks and very large 'Macro' Supermarket.  In the north of the
Peninsula, just 30 minutes by excellent road from Bodrum, lies the
fishing town of Gulluk. Gulluk translated into in Turkish means “place of roses” that probably gives more than a good first impression and introduction to this beautiful location on the Aegean Sea. Many ask why Gulluk has only become known in very recent times. Gulluk is enjoying a renaissance brought about by the relocation of the port area in the centre of the town. The old port has moved to a new site several kilometres away and this clears the way for the development of the town and surrounding area. The plans for Gulluk are very exciting and tourism experts have already referred to it as the future “Portofino of Turkey” High praise indeed and thus the perfect holiday location for those seeking quiet and peaceful surroundings. Known as the “fishing paradise of Turkey”, it is
not surprising that the town of Gulluk is famous for its fish
restaurants where sea bass and sea bream are the speciality. Gulluk
enjoys the enviable position of being in a quiet and peaceful
location but it is by no means remote. Of its many plus points, one
is Gulluk’s location and accessibility. The international airport at Bodrum Milas is a mere 15 minutes away. Gulluk is set in a protected bay on the Aegean coast and enjoys the most remarkable and romantic sunsets. Surrounded by forests, olive, almond and orange plantations, the Bay of Gulluk is full of small-unspoilt bays, coves and beaches. The renaissance of Gulluk is already under way and even with all the exciting plans for the town, you can be assured that Gulluk will always retain its special charm and above all, its quiet and peaceful character.  In terms of Bodrum property investments, Bodrum property in Gulluk is fast becoming the choice of savvy investors hoping to realise healthy capital appreciation in years to come. |
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