Bodrum

Bodrum blends ancient history with Aegean glamour, offering a chic escape unmatched by Mardin's inland cultural focus. The Castle of St. Peter, built by the Knights Hospitaller in the 15th century, dominates the harbor, while white-washed houses mandated by preservation laws create a picturesque backdrop. Yacht charters start at $1,000 per day, and the marina is a hub for international sailing.