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Bodrum Holiday Destinations - Bodrum Gundogan
For starters, there's the drop-dead gorgeous location. Often known by its original name Farilya, which means 'sunrise' this charming whitewashed village clings to soft hillsides above a glorious bay.

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BODRUM GUNDOGAN

Once you've experienced holidays in Gundogan, we reckon you'll want to come back. Again and again, for several reasons.

For starters, there's the drop-dead gorgeous location. Often known by its original name Farilya, which means 'sunrise' this charming whitewashed village clings to soft hillsides above a glorious bay. Everywhere you turn, you'll be met by beautiful blue-and-green vistas that'll have you relaxed in no time. And even when you fancy something livelier, energetic and historic Bodrum is just a dolmus trip away.

Next is the beach. A long ribbon of sand divided by a harbour and jetties perfect for sunbathing and swimming from, Gundogan holidays are made for polishing that tan. Plus, the cooling breezes that brush the bay make it brilliant for windsurfing and sailing – so why not have a go?

Last but not least, holidays in Gundogan mean savouring authentic, unspoilt Turkey. With its bougainvillea-laced houses, meandering streets, traditional waterfront restaurants and hospitable locals, you'll feel part of village life straightaway.

And all this goes whatever's brought you here. Whether you're indulging in a Thomson A La Carte break at the elegant Hotel Baia Bodrum just outside town; you've snapped up a late deal or you're enjoying a long summer self-catering holiday, you'll surely succumb to Gundogan's many charms.

BODRUM / GUMUSLUK

The attraction of holidays in Gumusluk is that you'll feel you've stepped off the world. Away from the well-trodden tourist track in the western Bodrum Peninsula, this peaceful, traffic-free village often seems a world away from normal modern life.

Once you're here, it's a case of just going with the flow: the slow pace of Gumusluk wins over everyone who holidays here. Grab your swim stuff and head for the two narrow sandy beaches, each curling around its own Blue Flag bay and separated by a beautiful, rounded islet. Then, once you've had enough of sunbathing and swimming in the calm, iridescent waters, sip a chilled wine at a friendly cafe or fish restaurant along the waterfront. Or wade through the shallows to the offshore island, called Rabbit Island after its lop-eared inhabitants.

All this said Gumusluk holidays don't have to focus entirely on doing nothing. Nearby are fascinating ruins of the classical city of Myndos, as well as Yalikavak, the setting for a lively Thursday market. Or spread your wings with outings to colourful Bodrum or mesmerising Ephesus.

And to make your holiday ultra special, make sure you choose Thomson. We're proud to have some of the area's most beautifully located villas – each perfect for summer self-catering holidays or even last-minute holidays to Gumusluk.
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Turkey Government
Republic since 1923. Head of State: President Ahmet Necdet Sezer since 2000. Head of Government: Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan since 2002. Recent history: After a period of economic crisis in 2001 nearly brought Turkey’s economy to collapse, the country agreed a recovery programme with the IMF in 2002 and has since made good progress, with impressive economic growth and decreased inflation. The conservative and Islamist-based Justice and Development Party (AKP) won the General Elections in 2002 and had its domestic position consolidated when it won 42 per cent of the vote in local elections in 2004. Recep Tayyip Erdogan has been Prime Minister since 2002, and although his party has Islamist roots, Mr Erdogan insists that it is committed to secularism. He sees EU entry as a top priority and introduced reforms which paved the way for the opening of membership talks in October 2005. Accession negotiations are expected to take about 10 years. In November 2003, Turkey suffered four major terrorist attacks which targeted two synagogues, the British Consulate-General and the HSBC bank, all in Istanbul. In summer 2004, Kurdish secessionists called off a five-year ceasefire following what they called annihilation operations against their fighters by the Turkish authorities. There have since been clashes between Kurdish fighters and Turkish forces in the south-east.

Turkey Language
Turkish. is spoken. French, German and English are widely spoken in cities and tourist areas.

Turkey Religion
Muslim with a small Christian minority. Turkey is a secular state which guarantees complete freedom of worship to non-Muslims.

Turkey Electricity
220 volts AC, 50Hz.

TURKEY SOCIAL CONVENTIONS
Shaking hands is the normal form of greeting. Hospitality is very important and visitors should respect Islamic customs. Informal wear is acceptable, but beachwear should be confined to the beach or poolside. Smoking is widely acceptable but prohibited in cinemas, theatres, city buses and dolmuses (collective taxis).