Türkbükü and Gölköy
These two fishing villages are mention in one name, because they are so close to each other. ıt is located on the peninsula map east of Yalikavak. These delightful spots are the favorite retreats of many well-known Turkish artists, actors and entertainers who appear at many small bars and restaurants at night. Several of the more popular restaurants are run by Istanbul couples who have fled the big city.
Facing the sea and surrounded by the mountains, GolTurkbuku region is dotted by ancient sites. There are caves and tombstones ın the vicinity of the town. Until recent times, the local population made their living from farming and fishing. Since the rise of tourism however, GolTurkbuku has become home to a very intellectual group of people; journalists, men of literature and fine arts who have built desirable homes to get away from the cities. Restaurants have jetties to offer fishing feasts for gourmets at night time and swimming possibilities during the day time.
To solve the environmental proplems, the local inhabitants formed an association called the "Turkbuku Village Environmental Protection, Culture and Tourism Society". This very active group have just conducted a film festival and secured the installation of a village sewer system.
Golkoy is an inland village by the sea 18km north of Bodrum where visitors also enjoy heavily forested area in the Bodrum Peninsula. The village is divided into upper and lower Golkoy. Since the area was once occupied by Greeks population, it is possible to see the remains of a number of churches. Until as recent times, main occupation of the local people was fishing and sponge-diving and the town did not have good roads. With the arrival of tourism starting from 1970s, the town and way of life started changing.
It is the perfect place to spend your summer holidays. There are few hotels and pensions you could accommodate. If you just want to enjoy the restaurants, bars, and beach or If you want to dance whole night just drive to Golkoy.