Bodrum Resort & Port - TURKEY |
BODRUM RESORT & PORT - TURKEY
( Bodrum ve Bodrum Limanư )
Blue Voyage in Turkey - BodrumBodrum 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 center
but also a visiting place for famous Turkish and foreign
artists and also an art center, which is a source of
inspiration.
The heart of the town is around the harbor, 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 pedestrianized 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.Shopping tips: mainstream Turkish
Fashions (Gallery Emelce) are well represented to, with
clothes designed for hot summer living . The souvenir shops
sell attractive onyx, copper and brass ware, along with toy
camels, and Gold harem slippers. Cafes and restaurants offer
a cosmopolitan choice.To accompany your meal, try the light
aniseed flavored national drink Raki or locally produced
wine. After sundown, Bodrum lights up with flashing neon and
laser shows to pulsating throb of the latest dance music.
It's party time all over the town. |
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