Torba

Description

Torba is a village near Bodrum in the Mugla Province, Turkey. Torba is a picturesque sea-side village, approximately 6km from the bustling resort of Bodrum town. The hillsides are clad in olive groves and pine forests. The crystal-clear bay teems with sea-bass and gilt-headed bream. You might even spot a sea-turtle, dolphins or the rare Mediterranean monk seal. The shoreline is dotted with cafes and open-air restaurants, specializing in catch-of-the-day seafood, lamb kebabs and traditional mezes (Turkish tapas). Despite some recent upmarket developments, the village has retained a relaxed, rural ambience. Because of its close proximity to Bodrum town, Torba is popular with day-trippers who come for a swim, a stroll along the idyllic shoreline or a candle-lit dinner on the beach. There are a number of fine hotels and all-inclusive resorts for those who favor a longer stay.