Distance to Bodrum Town: 7km
Distance to Airport: 42 km

The village of Ortakent, meaning ‘middle town’ is located inland between Bodrum and Turgetreis and is one of the oldest settlements on the peninsula. Ortakent is home to one of the 13 remaining original tower houses – the Mustafa Pasa tower house. Built in 1601 it has canon embrasures along the walls and roof. The walls are 60cm thick, indicating it was built with defence in mind. Like Bitez, it is also one of the main citrus growing areas. The beach side of Ortakent, known as Yahsi, boasts a wide sandy beach and crystal clear waters. At the western end of the bay is Camel beach, so called because of the camel rides available here during the summer months. The majority of the daily boat cruises dock here for an hour or so in the afternoon. There are just a couple of restaurant/cafe,s ready to serve you that much needed drink.

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