About Bodrum Castle
Bodrum Castle (Bodrum Kalesi), also known as The Castle of St. Peter, in Bodrum, Turkey was built by the Knights Hospitaller in 1402 in order to offer protection from the invading Seljuk Turks.
Constructed according to the highest standards at the time, it remained an important Christian stronghold for over a century, serving as a focal point in Asia Minor. Bodrum Castle incorporates many pieces from the nearby Mausoleum of Mausolus, including sculptures and building materials, the latter of which were used to strengthen Bodrum Castle from invasion by Sultan Suleiman in 1522.
Today, Bodrum Castle is open to the public and houses the world renowned Museum of Underwater Archaeology founded in 1962. This site also features as one of our Top 10 Tourist Attractions in Turkey.
Related Places
Mausoleum of Mausolus
The Mausoleum of Mausolus was one of the most impressive tombs of its time, but has since been entirely destroyed.
Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology
The Museum of Underwater Archaeology in Bodrum exhibits treasures from underwater excavations including one of the earliest shipwrecks ever found.
Historic Sites in Turkey
Haidar Pasha Cemetery
Ari Burnu Cemetery
Quinn’s Post Cemetery
The Hill 60 New Zealand Memorial
Kabatepe Museum
The Canakkale Martyrs Memorial
The Helles Memorial
