Turgutreis

You will  find this little town at the western tip of the peninsula. Named after the famous admiral, Turgut Reis, this is a *stroll* town in its own right and combines a compact town center with several long sandy beaches. This part of the coast is favoured by professional wind surfers as the winds are generally strong. Regular buses connect Turgutreis with Bodrum.

The second largest town on the Bodrum peninsula, Turgutreis provides the visitor with a glimpse of real Turkish life combined with sufficient recreational amenities for everyone.

Turgutreis is named after the great Turkish Admiral of the same name who was born here in the 16th century. Turgutreis is primarily known for his participation in the Ottoman siege of Malta. A few kilometers outside of town a waterfront memorial marks the place where he first set sail.

Today the town bearing the great admiral's name is a center for commerce on the western side of the peninsula. Produce from the surrounding villages is collected here for transport, bakeries, shops and services flourish. For the more recreational minded, Turgutreis features kilometers of sandy beaches, waterfront restaurants and bars all with a special Turkish flavor.