Bodrum Things to do!
The Menderes valley
The valley of the Menderes River, known to the West as the Meander, has been the support of civilizations. Set amidst pines, olives and oleander is the magnificent Bafa Lake. It is a lovely, peaceful place to spend a journey.
To the east of the lake rise the five peaks of the Besparmak Mountains. The ruins of the ancient city of Heraklia are close to the lake while the ruins of Alinda are to be found on the eastern slopes of the Besparmak Mountains. The valley has witnessed the rise and fall of several great historical cities, notably Priene, Miletos, Didyma, Aphrodisias, and Hierapolis.
Pamukkale
this is a beautiful and spectacular natural site, unique in the world with its fairy-like, impressive white, petrified cascade. It is a must-see during a holiday in Turkey. Named "Pamukkale" in Turkish, meaning "cotton castle", it was named after the white calcareous castles are formed by limestone-laden thermal springs.
At a temperature of 35C the spring's waters are rich in calcium which have a positive effect on people's problems with blood circulation, nerve system,heart,rheumatism and skin diseases.The thermal waters have been used since Roman times for their therapeutic powers. Situated on the level are both the thermal centre with its motels and thermal pools and the ruins of the ancient city of Hierapolis.
Hierapolis
Here you should not miss the chance for a swim over the ancient remains in one of the thermal bathes.
Ephesus , known as an antique jewel
Famous for being the most interesting destination is the Ephesus. A highlight of any visit to Turkey. After having visited this antique city, you will be left with the best idea of an earlier town’s structure. Buildings like the famous Celsus library, the Hadrian arc, the harbour allee and the Amphi theatre will leave you with an unforgettable impression.
Excavations by archaeologists from several countries have been carried out over 125 years in Ephesus, a city that continues to attract visitors from every corner of the world even after thousands of years. Ephesus is on the itinerary of almost every tourist visiting Turkey so do not miss the chance.These site about 160 km North of Bodrum can be reached in approximately two and a half hours by bus.
Euromos
Just on the side of the highway behind Milas one of the best kept temples of Minor Asia is rising up his 16 columns still into the sky. It was on the mid 1969, that the international archaeology learned about the place.
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