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Altinkum / Akbuk
Altinkum
Altinkum
(English translation – golden sand), is an exciting and vibrant
resort with something to suit everyone, from aquatics to exploring
ancient sites or simply lazing in the sun, Altinkum has it all.
With Internationally awarded Blue Flag golden beaches shelving gently
into the turquoise blue waters of the Aegean, stresses and strains
of modern life will be swept away as you relax under the Aegean
sun. And at the end of the day witness the spectacular colours created
by the sunset over the sea, which must surely rate amongst the best
in the region. Whilst in Altinkum experience the colourful world
lying peacefully beneath the clear blue waters, with a course in
scuba diving. Or visit one of the many ancient sites in Didim and
the surrounding areas. The Temple of Apollo is situated 2km from
Altinkum, see the ancient ruins of Didyma and the famous Head of
Medusa (she with hair of snakes!). Close by is Ephesus, one of the
Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and The Virgin Mary’s house,
located 90km from Altinkum, just 1hour 10 minutes away.. This is
one of the most spectacular archeological sites of the Roman Empire,
once the largest harbour city of Asia Minor. Whilst at Ephesus visit
The Grand Theatre, with a seating capacity of 25,000. A popular
venue now for open air concerts where greats such as Sting and Diana
Ross have performed. With so much to see including The Celsius Library,
the open-air marble toilets, the brothel and the house said to be
where the Virgin Mary lived and spent her last days, a trip to Ephesus
will certainly leave a lasting impression. If beach life and lazy
days are more your thing then take advantage of nearly a mile of
soft pale sandy beach. There are 3 wonderful beaches in Altinkum
and many smaller sandy coves nearby to explore. And for those feeling
energetic, the Main beach offers pedalos, jet skis, ride the banana
boat or sail off into the Aegean for the day on one of the many
boat trips available down at the harbour. A new port now also offers
trips to the Greek Islands of Samos and Kos. A large new Marina
is now currently under construction, due for completion early next
year. This will be one of the largest Marinas in the area with a
capacity of 850 yachts. For Golf lovers a total, 11 courses are
planned for the Aegean and Turquoise coast areas. The first one,
close to Bodrum airport, Vista Park, will be completed this Spring,
2 areas between Altinkum and Akbuk have just gone out to tender
with the competing companies awaiting the Government decision the
end of February and the long awaited course by the new Marina in
Altinkum is attracting International investors. If all this sounds
just too energetic or for something a little more special try one
of the sunset dinner cruises. Relax and watch the sun gently set
over the Aegean and spend the evening under the stars in a picturesque
lagoon, with soft music, fine wine and local cuisine served by the
captain. The perfect end to a perfect day.
Ancient
Didyma
Ancient Didyma was not a city, but rather the home of the God Apollo.
Only priests were allowed entry here to consult the Oracle in the
great Temple of Apollo. The site served as a divine sanctuary at
least as early as the 10th Century B.C. Priestesses of Delphic originally
fasted here for three days, then inhaled sulphur fumes until they
entered a supposed state of divine inspiration. Their ramblings
were then translated by priests into prophecies. The site continued
to issue predictions via pries throughout several centuries. In
300 B.C construction began on the Temple of Apollo and continued
for the next 500 years. The Temple was twinned with the Temple of
Artemis at Ephesus. Of the temple's original 120 columns 103 have
been set up again. Some remain unadorned, evidence that the temple
was never completed. Didyma and other oracles eventually fell victim
to Christianity's scorn for pagan prophecies. The final assault
at Didyma was the erection of a Christian chapel in the holiest
part of the Temple of Apollo. The buildings were plundered and pillaged
by locals and much of the stone used to build houses in the area.
Many of these can be seen today. The statue of Medusa’s head
lies by the entrance to the site – the Symbol of the Didim
area.
Two other Ancient
sites exist within an half hours drive of Didim. The great ampitheatre
at Miletus is the most well preserved theatre in West Anatolia.
The theatre had a capacity of 5300 people during the Hellenistic
Period and then increased to 19,000 by the Romans. Originally built
by the sea it is now several kilometers away as the plain gradually
silted up.
Priene (300BC)
is unusual as the Romans refrained from building here when they
conquerored the area. What remains are unusually Hellenistic (Greek)
ruins. The streets of Priene were laid out in a deliberate grid,
a precursor to modern city design. Priene's ruins are among the
most attractive on Turkey's west coast. Conspicuous by their absence
is the immense Roman structures so familiar at other sites. Priene's
buildings are small and intimate, a feeling, which pervades the
entire setting. The ruins include the once exquisite Temple of Athena,
destroyed in the middle ages. Only the foundation and five reconstructed
columns remain of this textbook example of temple design. The Temple
was in fact the model for a book on design by its architect Pytheos.
Attractive smaller buildings at the site include the council house,
complete with altar used for sacrifices before each city council
meeting, and the Sanctuary of Demeter, the Earth Mother, and her
daughter, Core, where sacrifices were made to the gods of the underworld.
Akbuk
This picturesque
resort is one of the hidden gems of Turkey, located on the south
west coast of the Aegean. The lively resort of Altinkum is approximately
19km from Akbuk, Kusadasi 65km and Bodrum 70km. Akbük is the
quieter alternative to the busier holiday resorts and is still relatively
unrecognized throughout the tourist industry. The perfect location
set around a beautiful bay surrounded by protected forests and olive
groves. Akbuk became a township in 1991 and is developing according
to plan which includes future developments of a golf course and
a direct road leading to Bodrum airport.
Most of the
infrastructure is now complete including new roads, clean beaches
and pedestrian walkways. No major construction work is allowed between
the months of May - October, and no buildings are to be built any
higher than 2 ½ storeys. These regulations are strictly enforced
by the town Mayor and local council. Akbuk is also said to have
the highest oxygen ratio and lowest humidity rate in Turkey. This
would make Akbuk the perfect location for buying property for people
suffering from health problems such as asthma. Akbuk is an up and
coming resort with something to suit everyone. The sea and mountain
views surrounding Akbuk are breathtaking and the sea breezes and
soft sandy beaches are perfect for a hot summer’s day. Combined
with the local cuisine available and the never failing hospitality
from the locals, Akbuk will leave a lasting impression on those
who visit.
Gulluk
Gulluk is a authentic fishing town located at the north end of Bodrum
Peninsula.
The town of
Gulluk is surrounded by hills covered with olive, fig and citrus
trees and overlooks Gulluk Bay, known as being a "fishing paradise"
in Turkey. Gulluk is only 15 minutes drive away from Bodrum airport
and 30 minutes from Bodrum Town Center. It is a small exclusive
resort by the Gulf of Mandalya. The Bay is protected by the outlying
Docedecanese islands giving stunning views of this Turquoise coast
– so named due to the startling blue colour of the water.
Kusadasi
One of the most popular coastal resorts on the Aegean it was originally
a fishing village. Two sandy beaches with clear, warm waters offer
a great variety of water sports & facilities. The quayside is
packed with bars, shops & restaurants. The town comes alive
when the heat of the day has passed. All tastes are catered for
here - for the younger night clubber to the more sedate traveller
who wishes to soak up the more traditional atmosphere in the quieter
bars & lokantas.
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