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The thermal springs cause the heating of individual small pools on the slopes. From the hot springs water flows kalkhaltiges on each terrace steps down. If the hot water cools, stores, the allegation contained lime on the levels, like a stalactite cave. To have evolved over the millennia, many small pools formed by the water and catch it over the edge to continue to let go. The farther the water away from the source, the more it cools itself. Ancient city of Hierapolis Marmorkapitelle point to the importance of Hierapolis out, it was the center of the Kybelekultes, the veneration of the great Mother Earth. Also the thermal water was because of its curative effect revered. The remains of nymphaeum can guess the size: A widely visible fountain. The theater of the city is the best preserved venue in Asia Minor and offered some 15,000 spectators. Hierapolis, an ancient spa, where nature and art to complement the best. Until now the place has none of its fascination ever. Through earthquakes, the city was destroyed 17 AD, but then in extended form rebuilt. In the first and second century, thermal baths, fountains, theaters and temples. From this era also the numerous tombs and graves in the vicinity (necropolis). All the buildings survived the war between the Turks and Byzantines until they 1334 by an earthquake completely destroyed. From 4 Century AD, it has become a Christian center. The reason was that in the years 80 AD one of the apostles of Jesus, St. Philip, was murdered here. The church father Papias of Hierapolis was here in the second century bishop. Ramparts The great Roman plant The remains of the bath are from the 2nd Century n. Chr.und are now partially used as a museum. Theater Laodikeia Laodikeia is I. century. BC is the most important and famous city of Anatolia. Large works of art come from the city this time. The Romans made this city the center of Kýbyra (Gölhisar-Horzum) Conventus. The buildings of Laodikeia The Grand Theater is located in the northeast of the ancient city, according to the terrain, it is in Roman style. The stage is totally destroyed, the seats of the guests and the orchestra are well preserved. It is about for about 20,000 persons. The small theater small theater located northeast of the large theater. According to the site is also in Roman style. The scene (stage) is completely destroyed, the Cavea and the orchestra is partially destroyed. It is about for about 15,000 persons. Stadium and gymnasium are located in the southeast of the city. The additional construction of the stadium and gymnasium together form a single unit. 79 AD after the stadium was built and is 350m long and 60m wide. The amphitheater has 24 seats. The most part is destroyed. The Temple of Zeus Temple of Zeus liegtt pillars in the east of the road, between the small theater and nymphaeum (monumental fountain). The large church is located in the south of the pillars road. Only the carrier is well preserved. The main entrance is in the west of the church.
On the beautiful coastal road 400 of Finike Kas after they come after Demre / Myra.In the Schwemmlandebene of Demre Cay is this place, in some cards even as Kale, dhBurg, called wird.Der place Demre is not just boring, but much to offer, he has just been nicht.Die Most visitors come for the famous Lycian rock tombs in Myra, and because of the hl.Nikolaus hierher.Man so has the impression of the place was only because many coaches and tourists but does durchzuschleussen.Man Demre a little wrong, because the place is quite quirlig.So there are now in the town some good restaurants in the middle, in which one very good and cheap restaurants. Access to the cliff tombs in the town itself is well ausgeschildert.Auf a large parking their car, they can free parken.Durch the oblgatorische tourists mile and cash on the house they come to the rock tombs and graves röm.Theater.Die rocks are now locked, you may only on the terrain below the theater is still Gräber.Zum access gestattet.Es there is a new wooden staircase on the very conveniently in the theater kann.Für get interested, there is much to sehen.Wenn they have the good fortune in the theater with a Japanese Swabian accent sings Spanish songs, they have also an excellent impression of the acoustics in the theater. The theater itself is only preserved as a single building, the rest of the city of Myra is partly under the rubble begraben.Gerade is being created to assemble the theater again, dhdas stage house is big again aufgebaut.Ein Crane disturbs the sight to the theater, but without it just nicht.Das stage house is only until 2.Stockwerk received and there will be some time before everything rebuilt his wird.Unterhalb ruins of the castle built in the hills are known as Felsengräber.Die graves are houses built around the deceased to give the feeling they were too Haus.Da left on a hill free-standing grave because even really looks like a house Lycian aus.Die beam structure truly is amazingly nachgemacht.Bei closely, they are also in the wider environment, many other tombs in entdecken.Eines the cliffs of the most beautiful tombs found in the so-called River Nekropole.Gehen they simply back into the village and turn left behind the school on an unpaved road ab.Es worth quite bestimmt.Hierher someone comes very rarely. The city has temporarily by Myra Byzantine emperor even skin Lycian city have been appointed, that was 5.Jh.Für Myra in this period was an important time. If they leave Demre in the direction of Kas errreichen after ca.4km Andriake.Unterhalb the coast road you can see remnants of this ancient port liegen.Im years 59n.Chr.ist here the Apostle Paul went ashore on the way to the beach Rom.Am numerous Sarcophagi and nearby buildings are still visible. Left from the old port, you can bank on the street still many old warehouses sehen.Sehr impressive is the large grain storage, Granarium.Die facade is 65m long sein.Weite parts of the port today but versumpft.Wir want but also the church of St. Nicholas visit in the city center liegt.Westlich from the large main square is the Church, whose visit, however Admission kostet.Wem However, a glance over the fence enough, here is the famous statue of hl.Nikolaus sehen.Sie is beautiful here under the trees . In the church itself is actually not very much to the layman sehen.Selbst will notice the many styles vorherrschen.Jede time here renoviert.Einige beautiful frescoes and mosaics are on the ground and see the famous place of Bischofs.Es but up today is not proved, the Bishop Nicholas buried here located hat.Der Bishop Nicholas was for his generosity bekannt.Er distributed according to the tales anonymous gifts and charity to poor Menschen.Wie history knows, he let his gifts sometimes fall through the grate . Thus began the derWeg Nicholas up in our Zeit.Heute he owns Renntiere and red truck with neon. I would now like to have a small outline of the history of ancient Lycia give. They draw a line from Antayla to Fethiye, south of the entire peninsula, which was Lykien.Das mountainous hinterland was even then thinly besiedelt.Die coastal region on the other hand, was and is still very good besiedelt.Die Schwemmlandebenen the coast fruchtbar.Dieses is very even today everywhere in the many greenhouses to see. The Lycian even developed its own script, which has not been correctly deciphered ist.Über 20 cities formed a community to freely choose their rulers were allowed. Lycia was altersher always been a region that many other nations have been conquered. 6.Jh.v.Chr.eroberten the Persians in the area, followed by a period in which the region under the influence of Athens stand.Im 4.Jh.v.Chr.kam Alexander dGSpäter then, the region was a colony of Egyptian Reiches.Die then followed by the Romans and Egyptians Byzantinern.Schliesslich in 7.Jh.wurde the territory arabisch.Den Arabs followed the Seljuk and so was Lycia moslemisch.Bis today is to geblieben.Die beautiful remnants of the Lycian are precisely the time famous rock tombs, which they in the entire area exposed in many places can be found.
At the northern end of the Bay of Adrasan have Mediha and Holger their “Diving Center Adrasan” set up. Who once for diving in Safaga on the Red Sea was aware of the two. The diving center is located directly on the beach and is completely refurbished with 12 liters of devices and Bauer compressor. Diving With the new dive boat “Fish” is on the upstream diving grounds. The boat is 8.40 meters long, 3.10 meters wide and 12 divers offers convenient place. It is specially designed for diving has been. Now, even more distant places within easy reach. For large groups is still a big day tour boat ready. For the safety of the divers is an oxygen device on board. After diving, there is tea and all-day trips will be aboard a lunch prepared (for a small fee). Duikstekken Daily tours run without stress and bustle of the “5 islands” with charming landscapes, such as underwater caves, grottoes and steep walls. The fish wealth is considerable. Training Education and training in accordance with the directives of BARAKUDA / CMAS and PADI. Spezialbrevets night diving and orientation. More Brevets on request.
The beach is sandy Adrasan of gravelly and goes up initially very flat into the sea. Because the bay is protected against currents, the water is warm very quickly – so ideal for children. For them there is room enough on the wide beach. Idyll, romance, peace – and yet it is never boring in Adrasan. On the southern end of the bay, there are a multitude of small bars and even smaller shops. You can borrow surfboards or boat tours make. The north end is much quieter – here leads a small creek in which a handful of restaurants will flow. Eaten – specialty is fresh trout – is on wooden platforms, some tables and chairs are also easily in water. Is a fascinating walk to the village three kilometers away Cavusköy. The village, which Lokantas and Cayhanes, the teahouses where the men with serious faces policy, the small mosque and the extremely friendly villagers, the shops in the village, all that is not only worth a visit. Who comes here as a guest, yet experienced what hospitality means. And the guest is then often also a friend. But there is more to see. The Suluada example, the Water Island, their source of fresh water will help against kidney stones. The boat tour is also worth but also for those who do not have kidney stones … And then, of course, also by boat to reach the Sazak Bay. There is a source of locals and the promise that who like this morning before breakfast drink, abruptly his digestive complaints was happening. Nebendran is equal Porto Ceneviz, once a notorious pirate bay. That there is still a pirate treasures to be discovered there, we do not want to promise.
The small town of Kemer is situated between the Mediterranean Sea and the Taurus Mountains. This charming seaside resort is only 43 km from Antalya and about 65 km from the international airport of Antalya. Koy formerly Eski (old town), on the reputation Kemer (means water) in 191O. The villagers have constructed 23 km of length of the aqueduct at the foot of the Taurus chain to protect the village from floods. This ancient village has become one of the most important tourist center of Turkey from 1980 with the tourist region of Antalya. Kemer: spectacular scenery, beaches, forests Kemer has a spectacular landscape: broad sandy beaches alongside pine forests at the foot of the mountain range of Taurus (Toros Daglar). This place blends seamlessly tourist in this beautiful landscape and offers all the benefits of a modern seaside resort. A fully equipped marina with 300 yachts and facilities for all kinds of activities are available to tourists. Visit Kemer Kemer is the starting point for excursions to discover the many natural archaeological sites in the region. The esplanade by the sea, north of the marina, can go to cafes, shops and beach by stairs. In front of the marina of Kemer, visit the park Yoruk, housed in the mini peninsula. You’ll find traditional craftsmen and you will discover the everyday life of nomads. You will assist in the preparation of Ayran, beverage or yogurt weaving a carpet. Behind the beach, there are places where walks drinks will be served. Along the bay, pleasant land have sports and leisure facilities discreetly hidden among the pines. Those who want to shop will be filled by the extraordinary variety of souvenirs at their disposal. Practical Guide Kemer Kemer is a charming small town and is an ideal resort to enjoy holidays. Liman Caddesi, the main street, bordered by pine trees, hotels, bars, cafes and shops where you can make good purchases leather, souvenirs and Turkish carpets. In the north, at the end of the street is the marina of Kemer (marina) south of the beach pebbles surrounded by green grass and fragrant pine trees. There are also equipment rentals on the beach for water sports such as sailing, water skiing, jet skiing, umbrellas … Around Kemer Beldibi is a seaside resort 12 km from Kemer. He is also visiting the Beldibi cave, prehistoric remains were discovered. The ancient city of Phaselis, 15 km south of Kemer, Phaselis was an important commercial center in the 5th century with its three ports located at the foot of the mountain Tahtali. The trading port dating from the Hellenistic period became archbishop during the Roman period, contains mostly Roman ruins: ports, walls of the citadel, the Temple of Jupiter, Karal way Antonius Caravella and theater. Phaselis is a pleasant place where young swimmers can swim in safety, in a setting where nature and history is one. Getting to Kemer By bus: shuttle follow every ten minutes on the road Kemer-Antalya Climate and Weather: Kemer has a typical Mediterranean climate with hot summers and dry winters and rainy temperate. Bathed in sunshine for 300 days, Kemer provides a long tourist season. Side & Antalya Side Turkey paradise for tourists, athletes and culture fans Breathtaking coastal landscapes, turquoise bays and endless sandy beaches. A 800 km long southern coast with their Mediterranean climate and good water quality in the Mediterranean mainly from May to October inviting for a swim. Antalya, the bustling metropolis on the Turkish Riviera. Particularly impressive is the port and old town district with its narrow streets and wooden houses. Antalya is from nearby beaches, resorts and destinations excellent reach. A visit to the best preserved ancient Roman amphitheater in Aspendos kidnapped in history. In the tourist resort located southeast side have comfortable hotels, long sandy beaches and numerous water sports and entertainment programs leave no wishes unfulfilled. At the weekly market of the nearby provincial town of Manavgat are Turkish specialties, ceramics, spices and cheap imitations of designer fabrics haggled. Active vacationers offers a sports trip to the mountainous hinterland region. By mountain bike, on foot or in the dinghy when rafting – aching muscles, fun and adventure are guaranteed. Is also worth a trip to Cappadocia, a stage inland after Central Anatolia. The unique landscape of Cappadocia tuff, with the help of wind and water bizarre rock formations, valleys and canyons weichwellige spawned, in a variety of earth and red shimmer. A fascinating fairy tale landscape in which it ‘Fairy Chimneys’, underground cities and rock churches there. At Antalya and Kemer rich many places the imposing cliffs of up to 3,000 meters rising Taurus Mountains to the sea approached. On the Turkish Riviera The Greco-Roman history leave their mark here. A country for culture lovers. Side Travel Info The main street of Side is only for the riparian traffic open. The bus station is 500 meters before the entrance. Side is a picturesque village with an impressive ancient city and is ideal for shopping for jeans, T-shirts, sweatshirts, as well as gold and leather goods. When shopping you should carefully examine all things. It is often second choice of goods offered. Prices Easter 2001: Jeans 25 – DM, DM 20 25 sweatshirts, T-shirt 3.50 4.50 DM Who is not in the prices paid haggles 30 100% more. Caution! The seller is not afraid to eschew a tourist abzuzocken. The prices are on Monday at the market in Manavgat slightly cheaper than in Side. We have not exchanged Turkish lira because everything can pay with DM. The hotel facilities are located in five regions of the right and left side. Weather in April – Southern Turkey Night temperatures around 12 to 15 C. By day 17 to 24C. We had three days with rain, though there have only about one hour has rained. The night temperatures were relatively cool. We have extra blankets and a heater, the evening we run about one hour left in our hotel room can bring. Some rooms could be used to heat the air conditioner use. When the sun shone, it was pleasantly warm. Until one day we were in the pool every afternoon swim. Excursions – Turkey – Turkish Riviera In addition to the tour operators also offer a few Trips to local providers. For this you should in any case before inquire how much time on sales events in leather and gold carpet shops or spends. The trips are very inexpensive because there are coffee trips. The rides are for children in dolmus and the local organizers for free. Side trips Manavgat with the dolmus for 2 – DM or by taxi on Monday when the market because all buses are full for 10 – DEM boat tour of the yellow bridge in Manavgat waterfall on the 10th – DM Antalya and Alanya are from the bus station in Manavgat (next to the yellow bridge) with the intercity for 6 8 – DM easily accessible. Pamukkale Tour 2 days, Wednesday and Saturday. approximately 40 – to 180 – DM Through the Taurus Mountains, the long journey. There are stops at a small nomadic family, Salda Lake, in a Karawansarai and made a Knottet carpet. The stay at the sinter limestone terraces takes about 2 hours. Alanya tour, Friday about 10 – to 40 – DM Alaraherberge, banana plantation, stalactite cave, fortress of Alanya, boat tours, market visits, Manavgat waterfall. Cappadocia Tour 3 days, Tuesday and Friday. ca 90, – to 320th – DM Taurus Mountains, Konya, Sultanhan, Feenkamiene, open air museum, underground city, Ihlara valley. Super Interesting, but who only a week remains should prefer a tour book. Antalya tour, Tuesday and Saturday. approximately 10 – to 30 – DM Roman bridge, theater Aspendos, Perge Antique City, waterfall or Kursunluwasserfälle dunes, sightseeing, Antique port, Alexander waterfall. Villages ride, Wednesday and Sunday. approximately 30 – DM Ancient Kanyonbrücke Reserve, village tour, ancient city Selge, meals on the river. Boat Tour, Monday Wednesday and Friday. about 35th – DM Swim break at the mouth, blue voyage and eat at the small waterfall, bus to a large waterfall, Manavgatbesuch.
City paradise, Marmaris was once known for its sponges and aromatic plants. The marina and traditional shipyards then assured the reputation of the city. It is now a major tourist attraction. You find in this seaside resort hotels and pensions for all budgets. Enjoy due to climate and wonderful Mediterranean coast near the ancient cities, offer a mix of near perfection that delight travelers. SPORTS AND LEISURE Swimming and cruising the cave phosphorus (Fosforlu Magara) is still used by ships to Turunc and Kumlubük. It offers the opportunity to swim in waters clean and colorful. The island of Cennet (paradise located thirty minutes of Wednesday) is a peninsula almost completely covered with forest. Ideal for a swim in the sea or for the pleasure of a small crossing. Tours: we come to the waterfall Turgut after a fifteen minutes walk from the small village of Turgut, located 35 km from Marmaris. The place is nice, at the foot of a cascade of ten meters high. HISTORY It assesses the first settlers arrived around 3400 BC This tribe settled in the area, guided by a chief named Kar. Carie name or country of Kar appears much later. The richness of the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts makes Marmaris very attractive. That is why the city is experiencing various civilizations to the present day: Egyptian Ionian Dorienne, Persian, Macedonian, Syrian, Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman. SITES Castles and fortresses Built by the loniens, repaired at the time of Alexander the Great, the castle of Marmaris was expanded and restored by Suleyman the Magnificent on dispatch of Rhodes in 1522. Travelers can make them admire the panorama. The town of Loryma (Bozukkale) houses the most impressive building of the peninsula: accessible only by sea, Burunbasi fortress overlooking the entrance to the bay. It has nine rectangular towers distributed around the island of Rhodes. At the moment, only the north tower of the visit. Environment Bozburun village, located 50 km from Marmaris remains a step of bus lines. Pins, flowers and thyme honey are the peculiarities of the village. A tree 1,000 years old is in the middle. Günnücek: a forest of incense in the world is near a picnic area, 2 km from Marmaris. Sigla oil, is used in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. It is also a place of very pleasant promenade where the sea is shallow. Marmaris Museum: The Citadel has been nationalized and restored between 1980 and 1990 and then transformed into a museum. Five galleries are open to the public. -Among them, one of them is reserved for archaeological works and another is ethnographic room (converted into Turkish house). The fourth gallery reconstructs the room of the governor of the citadel. SHOPPING In addition to the lace, objects of copper and wood from other regions, jewelry and clothes are sold in local stores port. Do not forget to buy honey and jam. KITCHEN The sura Tarhan and Marmaris are famous in the region. The “Tarhan” based on meat juices and “börülce” is prepared during the summer in anticipation of winter. The “sura” is cooking with meat stuffed with rice during celebrations of the Sheep and Hidirellez (spring festival). CLIMATE MEDITERRANEAN type: hot summers and dry, temperate and rainy winters. TO GET MARMARIS By car: You can get to by bus from Marmaris almost all cities of Turkey. There are regular flights to Bodrum, Fethiye and Datça. The bus station is located 2 km from the city center. Tel. : (90-252) 412 30 37 By Air: The Dalaman airport is only about 100 km from Marmaris. The shuttles are provided by regular services (rate of 7.30 to 22 hours) and the cars of the Airports Authority. The airport of Bodrum-Milas may be another alternative. Dalaman Airport. tel. : (90-252) 792 52 91 Airport Bodrum-Milas tel.: (90-252) 523 01 01 ACCOMMODATIONS To find the hotel that suits you, help you search engine by entering the name of the city. DO NOT MISS … • The festivals in the region, following in the footsteps of Antony and Cleopatra • The surrounding area of Marmaris: Turunç, Cennet Island, Bozburun, the waterfall Turgut, Yalanci Bogaz, Günnücek • The honey, and Tarhan sura, festive local delights TELEPHONE NUMBERS Tourist Information: (90-252) 412 10 35-412 72 77 Hospital: (90-252) 412 10 29 Port Authority: (90-252) 412 10 13 Directorate of Customs: (90-252) 412 03 54
Fethiye
Fethiye, the former Telmessos, nicknamed “Immaculate Virgin of the country of Lights” is in a beautiful bay surrounded by pine forests. In the Gulf north, twelve islands close the bay. Remains Persian, lyciens, Carien and Roman contribute to the celebrity places. Fethiye is one of the most important tourism thanks to its cultural wealth and its superb geographical setting. SPORTS AND LEISURE Water sports: diving, rafting and paragliding (on the summit of Mount Babadag) is easily practiced in the region. Notice to thrill! Beaches: beaches and coves are èdent Station near Fethiye. Minibuses known as “dolmus” link to the city all day. Pine forests down to the coast, warm water, in turn purple and blue, and the long sandy beach transform Oludeniz (Dead Sea in the literal sense) in bathers’ paradise. You can also go to Calis, 4 km of pristine beaches ventilated with a gentle breeze await you … HISTORY Once maritime city on the border of Lycia and the caries, the current Fethiye gate in the ancient name Telmessos. The city existed since the fifth century BC and has long ensured its independence vis-à -vis the Lycia. However, it falls under the domination of foreign powers: Persia, Alexander the Great, Rome, Kingdom of Pergamon, Byzantium, and Principality of Menteseogullari Ottoman Empire. SITES Ancient cities: Tlos it would be the oldest city in the region Lycian (2000 BC). Admire the cemetery installed on the rock of the Acropolis. The remarkable prehistoric royal tomb is dedicated to Bellerophon, cavalier mythical Pegasus. Xanthos: Former political capital of Lycia, she was nicknamed “the city claims” because of the attacks, earthquakes and fires and suffered “city of monuments” for its numerous relics. Island Boat (Gemiler Adasi): one of the first centers spread of Christianity, also known as Saint-Nicolas, boats travel there Blue calling. Letoon: it was found that the famous stele trilingual (lycien, Greek and Aramaic). Pinar: its temple dedicated to Aphrodite and its many tombs in a “nest of pigeons” deserve your attention. Remains: the ancient theater: built in the early Roman period, it was used as an arena to the Byzantine period. The Citadel: built by the Knights of St. John of Rhodes, the fortress includes small rock tombs, some inscriptions and a tank. Rock Tombs: dated XIV century BC, the rock tombs of Lycia have the reputation of Fethiye. That of Amyntas (fourth century BC.), Cut into the rock, dominates the city, colossal. Its facade is composed of two columns and a false door, like a temple. MUSEUMS The mus ear of Fethiye houses works from the Hellenistic period to the Byzantine period. There is also a section of Ethnography. Tel. : (90-252) 614 11 50. Open every day except Monday from 9 am to 18 pm. SHOPPING Do not miss carpets woven by peasants in the region, or bags sold in the bazaar of Fethiye (next to the old Turkish baths). And why not bring a three-stringed violin, manufactured locally? The fish lovers will be delighted to Fethiye. Taste in next port along the promenade or in the bazaar. CLIMATE There is in Fethiye a Mediterranean climate. There is hot and dry in summer and winter is warm and rainy. The temperature around 30 degrees C in summer and over 10 ° C in winter. Sea temperature does not descend below 16 ° C. TO GET fethiye By car or bus: Three roads linking Fethiye in Mugla, Antalya and Burdur. Tel. the bus station: (90-252) 262 46 87 By air: The nearest airports are at Dalaman (50 km) and Bodrum (255 km). Besides regular flights THY (Turkish Airlines), there are international flights. By Boat: The port of Fethiye, thanks to its natural situation well protected, is the passage of all yachts. The boats belonging to the Directorate General of Turkish Maritime Lines stop in Fethiye when traveling in the Mediterranean held during the summer. ACCOMMODATIONS To find the hotel that suits you, help you search engine by entering the name of the city. • The beaches of Oludeniz, the village hidden valley and butterflies, paradise bay where the water is transparent • Sipping a glass of drink on the port • Attend an evening hosted by Turkish dancers accompanied by local instruments TELEPHONE NUMBERS Tourist Information: (90-252) 614 15 27-612 19 75 Security: (90-252) 614 40 17 Port Authority: (90-252) 614 11 87 Hospital: (90-252) 614 40 17
History Bodrum Bodrum: the ancient Halicarnassus (Halicarnassus), is the birthplace of Herodotus and where the king sits Mausole (4th century BC-AD), one of the seven wonders of the world. Herodotus was born here in 498 BC-J.C. The ancient Halicarnassus was founded in the 1st millennium BC by Dorien which joined later Carien in Asia Minor. In 546 BC. JC, Halicarnassus, like most cities, came under Persian domination. Halicarnassus (Bodrum) had its golden age during the reign of Mausolus heir of an old Carien dynasty, which ruled on behalf of the Persians with the title of satrap. Mausole moved its capital to Mysala Halicarnassus and made it a beautiful city. Mausolus, who made his living undertake the construction of its own tomb, the mausoleum down this line of princes. He died in 354 BC. JC and his wife and sister Artemisia succeeded him and made sure the completion of the monument, 50 meters high – one of the seven wonders of the ancient world. Alexander the Great conquered the city (Halicarnassus) in 334 BC. JC After his death, the city administration came under Greco-Roman until 654 when it was devastated by the Arabs who had invaded Anatolia. Knights of St. John ressuscitèrent the city in 1402. The Knights (the Christian order of Saint-Jean) did build the Fort Saint-Pierre in 1406, dedicated to their patron saint and named the city Petronium, which is causing the Greek name Bodrum. The Knights abandoned the city in 1522 without fighting Sultan Suleyman the magnificent and came under the hand of the Ottoman Empire. For centuries, Bodrum was a fishing village – especially sponges, unknown, forgotten, with a population not exceeding two miles souls. Bodrum has become a tourist mecca in the 50s – 60. Over the years, Bodrum was a place of refuge for artists and marginal before becoming gradually go chic of the avant-garde worldly Turkey. Visit Bodrum When we see Bodrum from above, we go out on his camera: on the turquoise blue of the picturesque bay, one guesses the surrounding hills and the sea of white houses, which built on the terrace, marry relief and shine more a shard. Bodrum spans two bays separated by the splendid castle Saint-Pierre, in a busy pedestrian area with beaches, west the marina, more calm. From the port, you can go to the beaches nearby. Château Saint-Pierre: the castle was built between 1402 and 1503 by the Knights of the Order of Saint John, this monastic military order, also called successively hospital Knights of St. John of Jerusalem of Rhodes and knights and knights Malta. The castle houses the museum of underwater archeology. It is one of the best museums of the world. Mausoleum at Halicarnassus: One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the construction of the building was begun in 352 BC. JC, two years before the death of King Mausolus, to whom it owes its name. The mausoleum was completed by his wife Artemisia, the only woman who ruled the caries. Top 50 m, the mausoleum consisted of a podium peristyle of 36 columns and a pyramid topped with a quadriga. The bas-relief and colossal statues of Mausolus and Artemisia discovered by archaeologists in the 19th century are exposed to the British Museum in London. Theater: The theater is of Greek origin and was restored in Roman times. The theater consists of an orchestra and bleachers and a magnificent view over the city of Bodrum and the castle. Bodrum Practice Halicarnassus Disco: This outdoor discotheque located on the waterfront, overlooking the castle of Saint-Pierre, is one of the most famous in Turkey. Halicarnassus Disco hosts the most beautiful women, most elegant tourists and Turkish billionaires. The center of Bodrum: In Cumhuriyet Caddesi (street) and Dr. Alim Bey Caddesi (street), pedestrian area, restaurants, bars, cafes, boutiques and jewelers succeed. If you love music and evening entertainment, be sure to go. Bodrum beaches: On the peninsula of Bodrum Peninsula: Bardakci, Gumbet, Bitez, Akbük, Ortakent Yalis, Aktur, Bagla and Akyarlar have beautiful beaches. Ortakent has one of the longest beaches in the region. A Karaincir, read one of the beautiful beaches of Bodrum Peninsula, the day at the seaside are lively and quiet evenings in the company of villagers.
This city has a pleasant recreational centers with all the charm of modern tourism. In 1220, the city was the winter residence of the Sultan Aleaddin Keykubat (12th century Seljuk). The fortress is located on steep mountain chains, the well-preserved body of the fleet Seljuk and imposing Kizil Kule (The tower red) octagonal just this time. A street, which winds through gardens stand where colorful houses, up to the fortress, which it is located at 260 meters high over the city. It is surrounded by double walls with its 150 laps. On the inside, you find the remains of the Seljuk city: a mosque, a caravanserai and a covered bazaar. Later after rocks, you see, the ruins of a tank and a Byzantine church. From the top, available to you a wonderful panoramic view. Also, if you want to admire a show while on vacation, come to participate folklore events which are held every year in August. Some caves to visit at around Alanya The cave Damlatas is interesting to visit because her two vaults superimposed. On the cave Damlatas, lies the park of Ataturk which crowns the city and beautifies the fortress. The park was established in a different style. North of the latter is the museum of Alanya exposing valuable archaeological objects. (Closed Mondays). The other caves to visit are: the cave Kizlar manastari (monastery girls) where pirates beach alanya turkey, İncekum sequestering women slaves, the cave Asiklar (Lovers) and the Cave Fosforlu (phosphorus) phosphorescent rock grotto illuminated by spot colorful. These caves are accessible only by boat. Beaches in Alanya: On the road Alanya – Avsallar (İncekum), 25 km from Alanya you will see many complex and holiday centers along the beaches and full of activities. Between Alanya and Gazipasa, have natural beaches await you. |