Why Bodrum Stays With You

There’s a reason Bodrum keeps calling people back. It’s in the dazzling white of the houses, splashed with the vivid pinks and purples of bougainvillea that tumble over every wall, creating a living art piece around ancient stone. It’s in the particular shade of Aegean blue that shifts from dawn's misty calm to midday's electrifying sparkle, always inviting you closer. People talk about the scent of jasmine carried on a gentle evening breeze, mixing with the distant calls from the harbour, where traditional wooden gulets bob patiently. You feel it most walking the narrow, cobbled lanes as the afternoon sun begins to soften, finding a quiet corner cafe with tiny cups of strong coffee, watching the shadows stretch...