Cevat Şakir Kabaağaçlı (1886-1973), who had the penname “The Fisherman of Halicarnassus”, was identified throughout his life with Bodrum, the small Aegean town where he found refuge from the political turmoil of his time. He warned the casual visitor to Bodrum: "Don’t think that you will leave as you came, those preceding you thought like that as well. They always left their thoughts behind."

Bodrum castle was devastated by war and natural disaster and rebuilt a number of times. It was hit by an earthquake at the turn of the 15th century after which the construction proceeded with stones salvaged from the rubble. It is currently a museum housing not only the first and only underwater museum of Turkey but also one of the four major glass collections of the world.

Surrounded by little bays, Bodrum is one of the typical stops of cruise trips through the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts that is known as the Blue Voyage. It is known for its stucco buildings, sponge fishing and history as well as an entertainment center. It is one of the best places to enjoy a lively into the wee hours of the morning. Many artists choose to stay in Bodrum throughout the year.