Climate in Bodrum - Avarage Temparatures (C and F)
The Gumsan Complexes are situated adjacent to the Aegean Sea, near the village of Gumusluk, and half way between the two towns of Yalikavak and Turgetreis. Immediate access to the sea is via GUMSAN I, which is just below GUMSAN II. This leads to the private Beach Lido, where there are numerous Sun Loungers for you to sun bathe. During the summer months there is a beach train, which will take you there and back, from the security gate at Gumsan I. Also at the beach lido there is a small restaurant and a small bar, which sells soft drinks and the local beer Efes.
Gumsan I and Gumsan II Complex
Gumusluk bay is archaeologically protected, and this status is designed to protect the ancient site of Myndos, which is partially covered by Gümüslük. The original Lelegian city of Myndos stood a few kilometers southeast of here. In the 4th century BC King Mausolus decided to build a new Myndos and transplanted the entire population. A hundred years ago there were ruins worth seeing (including a theatre and a stadium), but now these have disappeared, being gradually dismantled for the foundations and the walls of new buildings.
If you walk for ten minutes to the bay north east of Gümüslük you will see a buried wall jutting from a hillside into the sea. Although the areas archaeological status forbids diving with tanks, snorklers will find more walls under water here, as well as an ancient breakwater in the harbor. Tourists visiting by boat usually stay close to the island on the eastern side of the entrance to avoid hitting underwater structures.
The island, known as Rabbit Island by the locals, separates the two well-sheltered bays of Gümüslük. If you sit in a shore side restaurant and watch for a while you will see rabbits on the island. It is possible to wade to the island through knee-deep water and sunbathe and dive from the many rock formations. Several restaurants have terraced roofs, perfect for enjoying the tranquil scene or for watching the sunset. The restaurants supply food of very good quality, in an un-crowded environment; their rush-woven umbrellas typify the restaurants by the harbor
Gumusluk
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. The main Street 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. Mainstream Turkish Fashions 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.
BODRUM CASTLE - The most prominent feature of Bodrum must be the Castle of St. Peter. Whether you are entering the town by land or sea, one cannot help but be struck by the Castle's sturdy presence. One of the world's best preserved monuments from medieval times, it stands as a solid testament to Bodrum as a place worth defending. The Castle's origins go back to the Knights of St. John, a group of expatriates who drew their ranks from Europe.
