Many skeptics have fallen for the magical charms of the Aegean Sea, which is understandable. The stunning color of aquamarine, inherent only to it, fabulous shores strewn with rocky outcrops and emerald greenery, and fantastic transparent water, through which the bottom is visible even at a depth of several dozen meters, a colorful underwater world. Whatever one may say, the sea in Bodrum is stunning, which distinguishes the resort from dozens of Turkish health resorts.

The Aegean Sea is an integral part of the Mediterranean Sea with all the advantages and attractive features for vacationers in Turkey. This body of water is shallower – only 200-1000 meters, due to which it is warmer and more welcoming to guests. In Bodrum, the sea is characterized by a clean, flat sandy bottom, rocky shores and well-groomed beaches.

At the same time, the Aegean Sea is salty enough to cause discomfort to the skin after swimming, so a fresh shower is mandatory after sea bathing. The coast is mostly shallow, which makes it optimal for relaxation. The tides are also insignificant, and visibility in the water can reach 30-50 meters – ideal for scuba diving.

In summer, the water temperature is 22-27 °, in winter it drops to 11 °. The sea begins to warm up in April, and in May you can already swim in it. The maximum temperature reaches by mid-summer, and begins to cool down in September. The swimming season in the Aegean Sea in Bodrum lasts from May to October, the most favorable time to travel here is the end of August and September, when the influx of vacationers decreases, the beaches become calm and free, and the water is still warm.

Underwater world

The world of the Aegean Sea is incredibly rich and diverse. Not far from the shore, colorful coral reefs have found shelter, and just 20-30 meters below the surface, gorgeous underwater caves and grottoes are hidden. These locations are incredibly interesting to explore and are suitable for divers of different levels of training.

In the sea in Bodrum you can see turtles, mollusks, hermit crabs, clownfish, sea urchins, sea anemones. Sponges, rockfish, parrotfish, sea greenfish, dogfish, groupers, stingrays live here. Swimming in the Aegean Sea, you can meet dolphins and even whales. Also of interest are cat sharks, dragonfish, orthos, octopuses, moray eels. All this is complemented by colorful vegetation and rock formations. And some areas of the underwater kingdom have become the last refuge for sunken ships.

The best places for diving are the Fener, Kurt Burun, Buyuk reefs.

Seaside vacation in Bodrum

Bodrum has sandy and pebble beaches, which are clean and well-groomed. There are municipal areas and beaches at hotels. Entrance to all beaches is free, but when relaxing on sun loungers, you will be asked to pay a rental fee. But no one will stop you from settling down on your own towel on the sand. Hotel guests use the infrastructure for free.

There are bars, playgrounds and everything that the tourism industry is rich in.

The conditions for swimming are very good – the water in the sea is always clean, and everything that the sea brings during the tides is immediately zealously swept away from sight, so algae and other garbage on local beaches are a real rarity.

The best beaches of Bodrum:

  • Gümbet.
  • Bitez.
  • Ortakent.
  • Bardakci.

The bottom with a uniform depth and a calm, quiet sea with no currents are a great choice for a family vacation in Turkey with children. But do not forget about active leisure, for which the Aegean coast is ideal. Surfing and windsurfing, kiting, swimming, snorkeling, parasailing, water skiing, sailboats, jet skis – any endeavor will receive support on the Bodrum shores.

The piercing landscapes and sensual activities have made walks on yachts and pirate schooners with discos in the open sea popular.

And the sea in Bodrum has also become the leading resort in Turkey, where sea fishing flourishes – experienced fishermen and beginners come to hunt for the local catch.

Dangers

The Aegean Sea is much safer than its tropical neighbors, but there are some pests here too. The greatest danger to tourists is represented by jellyfish and sea urchins. Encounters with them are not fatal, but extremely unpleasant.

Another danger for vacationers is high temperatures and the sun. In the summer heat, it is easier than ever to get a sunstroke, so it is important to hide under umbrellas and periodically cool off in the sea or under the shower.

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