The overland journey from Bodrum to Yalikavak provides the visitor with some of the most spectacular scenery on the peninsular. Slowly climbing through fertile valleys, the road stops at the mountain range running down the peninsular center, providing unbroken vistas of the north and south coasts before descending to the seaside village of Yalikavak.
Once over the hills, you will see the magnificent view of Yalikavak, nature has carved the coast like a lace. You will slowly descend between the orchards full of tangerine trees and reach Pasha Bay, Tilkicik Bay and Agacbasi Bay.
For many years, Yalikavak has been one of the most important fishing centers on the Turkish Aegean, home to fleets of fishermen and sponge divers. Today the majority of the local men still work the sea. Yalikavak combines the ambiance of a working fishing town and the recent influence of tourism: cafes, bars and restaurants.
Thursday is Market day in Yalikavak. A great selection of foods to eat, and fresh produce to buy, as well as a fabric section. So much nicer than Bodrum market.
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