Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

The Mausoleum at Halicarnassus in Bodrum is the site of one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, built in the 4th century BCE for Mausolus, a Persian satrap. Although only fragments remain, the ruins and on-site museum offer insight into its original scale, intricate sculpture, and lasting influence on funerary architecture. It’s a worthwhile stop for travelers interested in ancient history, archaeology, and the layered past of Bodrum beyond its beaches and marina.