Even if ancient ruins aren't your cup of tea, a trip to an archaeological site is worth the detour. The journey will take you through the quaint countryside, threading through small towns and villages that might otherwise escape your notice. Just a few kilometres from the holiday resort of Altinkum, in Yenihisar, you'll find Didyma — home to a grand temple dedicated to Apollo. Didyma was more than a religious site; its oracle rivalled the fame of Delphi's. While the original temple was destroyed by the Persians around 400 BC, the existing ruins hail from the Roman times. The remnants of 120 columns stand as testament to the temple's once monumental size.

Surrounded by the Brda River, Mill Island is a cultural and recreational hub in the heart of the city. Here picturesque mill buildings from the end of the nineteenth century stand along cobbled tree-lined streets. There are a number of interesting museums to explore in the area.

A tradition that dates back to centuries before the Turks reached Anatolia, the Hamam (Turkish Bath) has become a ritual tightly bound to Islam and deeply ingrained in Turkish culture. Like everywhere else in the country, Bodrum boasts a variety of Hamams, most of which are located within hotels. The Tarihi Bardakci Hamam stands as the oldest bath in town, offering a truly authentic Hamam experience.

Opéra de Lyon is a must-see attraction in Lyon. Here you can take a guided tour, which is highly recommended. This is the modernized version built in 1993 of the original 1831 opera house, and is a place where the ultramodern and classical style is presented throughout the whole building, both inside and out.