Bodrum, Turkey: Walking Tour of Historic Aegean Sites
Explore Bodrum on the Aegean Sea, a historic coastal town in Turkey that served as the ancient Greek city of Halicarnassus. This compact destination combines Ottoman architecture, Mediterranean beaches, and significant archaeological sites within walking distance.
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- Transport
- Ferry from Kos island to Bodrum costs 15 euros and takes about 30 minutes
- Timing
- Castle of St. Peter entrance ticket costs 48 Turkish lira
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- Ancient Theatre closes at 5:30 PM, not 6:30 PM as may be indicated elsewhere
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- Mausoleum entrance ticket costs only 14 Turkish lira
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- Mausoleum is open until 6:30 PM
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- Bodrum is a small city on the Aegean Sea with bazaars, restaurants, beaches, and significant historical sites spanning Greek, Roman, Persian, and Ottoman periods
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- Ancient Theatre of Halicarnassus was constructed starting in 4th century BC by Greeks and finished by Romans, can seat 13,000 people and is still used for performances
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- Castle of St. Peter was built by Knights of St. John beginning in 1402 AD, completed by end of 15th century, and conquered by Ottomans in 1523 who added a minaret
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