GUNDOGAN

Just 18 km from Bodrum, Gundogan is one of the least known holiday resorts on the peninsula.

The village itself is small and calm with clean and enjoyable beaches. The cafes and tiny restaurants providing local food offer an authentic ambiance.

Nature lovers may appriciate the chance to join a guided trekking group to explore the surrounding countryside. A visit by boat to the nearby 'Apostol' Island with its ruined, but romantic, Byzantine church is always a delight.
 

Gundogan is situated at only a few minutes drive in the west of Yalikavak. It is quite and peacefull place which is still more or less unspoiled despite the holiday developments on the surrounding hills. Since the north of the Bodrum peninsula has often a fresh breeze, Many surfers prefer Gundogan Area.

Gondogan, ancient Farilya, has been always an important town for fishing, sponge diving, olive and tangerine growing. Unfortunately, some of those activities stopped in the recent years.

Main body of the town is situated inland on the major highway running between Yalikavak and Golturkbuku. Caves, Wind mills, Cisterns, Rock Cut Monasteries bear witness to great past of Gundogan.

Gundogan Beach, which is one of the longest in Bodrum peninsula, it is beautifully situated among the tangerine, olive and pine trees. Nearby Rabbit and Apostol islands attract many visitors. Yali Mosque with its attractive Minaret and wind Mills are interesting to see. Gundogan bay is quite suitable for sailing and surfing. It is very attractive area for sponge diving and underwater photography.

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