Historical Bodrum Tangerine Gardens and Gastronomy Route

History and General Information / Local Legends and Folklore Bodrum Tangerine (Citrus deliciosa) is the green gold of Bodrum, registered as a geographical indication and known for its unique intense aroma and thin peel. This citrus fruit, brought from Chios Island and planted in the Bitez and Ortakent plains in the 1930s, completely changed the agricultural identity of the peninsula. In addition, the legendary Çökertme Kebab, prepared with marinated tenderloin on crispy potatoes, garlic strained yoghurt and buttery tomato sauce, is the pinnacle of taste of this gastronomy route. Geographical Structure, Altitude and Natural Features Centuries-old tangerine gardens located in the Bitez, Ortakent and Turgutreis valleys are a typical Aegean agro-tourism basin dotted with stone water wells and cisterns. Tangerine flowers, which bloom especially in spring, envelop the entire peninsula with a fascinating scent. Visiting Hours, Days and Entrance Fees