Bodrum Underwater Archaeology Museum

The Bodrum Underwater Archaeology Museum, located in Bodrum Castle, is a unique museum in Türkiye dedicated to underwater archaeology. It has been open since 1964 and showcases a diverse collection of underwater artifacts dating from the 16th century BCE to the 16th century CE, mostly discovered during underwater excavations off the coast of Türkiye. The museum features various halls dedicated to shipwrecks like the Uluburun Shipwreck and the Serçelimanı Glass Shipwreck, exhibiting significant finds and information on maritime history. Additionally, the museum displays land finds from the Bodrum Peninsula, shedding light on its history through exhibitions on necropolises and cultural artifacts. The museum also presents the history of underwater archaeology in Türkiye, highlighting the pioneering efforts of individuals who laid the foundations of this field. Various exhibition sections within the museum showcase a vast collection of amphorae, amphora production centers, and the evolution of underwater exploration techniques. Bodrum Castle, where the museum is located, was built by the Knights of St John in the 15th century and is considered a remarkable structure in the Eastern Mediterranean region.