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  Altinkum (Didyma)
The main beach in Altinkum (often referred to as First Beach) is a large bay of golden sand with incredibly shallow waters, which makes this beach highly popular. There are two other sandy bays. The one to the left-hand side of First Beach is broken by a headland but can be accessed by the beachfront promenade. Watersports are plentiful and there is always something to do. Altinkum receives a high number of repeat guests as well as being a sought after destination by Turkish holidaymakers. Dolphin Square no longer exists but the Tea Garden still remains and is a great place to sit whilet familiarising yourself with the resort and watching the world go by. The Saturday Bazaar is at the top end of the town along with the old town of Didim and the ruins of Branchidai at Didyma - the site of an ancient temple with wonderfully preserved inscriptions including the head of Medusa. The sights of Ephesus, Pamukkale, and Bodrum are additional attractions easily accessible from Altinkum. For those seeking either a more permanent move or a perfect temporary place to stay, accommodation has been chosen to suit all ages and tastes; both close to the town centre as well as a little further back. Akbuk For visitors that like to take quiet laid-back holidays, Akbuk is the ideal place to stay. From the beach looking north, there are beautiful views of green mountains that cradle the village and bay of Akbuk. With stunning views of Bodrum peninsula, the whole bay along the sea front (approx 6km) is lined with trees. The beach is dotted with sandy coves that lend themselves to lazy days of sunbathing. There are plenty of restaurants nearby with fantastic views overlooking the Aegean Sea, and to the right of the bay, Akbuk's quaint little harbour is an ideal place to walk before or after a hearty evening meal. Many people that have visited the region from the big cities have made decisions to retire to Akbuk. There are plans for major development over the next few years but with strict building restrictions and preservation orders, this resort is set to become an exclusive place for people seeking an idyllic holiday home. Bodrum Bodrum is probably one of the prettiest seaside resort towns on the South Aegean coast. Characteristic, tiny, white soapbox houses rise from the town and carpet the surrounding hills and mountains. Bodrum is the most international of Turkey's summer towns and is renowned for its foreign restaurants, party town atmosphere and bohemian lifestyle. Situated between Kusadasi (to the north) and Marmaris (to the south) it is built on twin bays separated by the massive Castle of St. Peter and lies at the neck of a large peninsula that incorporates Turgutreis, Bitez, Yalikavak and other delightful fishing villages. Outlines of the Greek island of Kos are visible on the distant horizon. On the west side of the harbour in up-market Bodrum, millionaire yachts jostle for gaps in the picturesque marina. Lined with a selection of slightly more sedate and sophisticated restaurants and bars, customers can leisurely sit and observe the unique wooden Turkish gulets (sailing boats) returning from a days voyage. The centre of the harbour is the focal point in Bodrum where the pedestrianised bazaar area is a maze of narrow winding streets crammed with restaurants, shops and bars. |
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