Experts' Choice Award Myndos Gate
What the experts agree on
Ancient gate from King Mausolus' 4th-century walls remains Bodrum's most historically significant ruin, though its impact is diminished by an adjacent modern hotel that preservationists say detracts from the site.
Lonely Planet "These are the restored remains of the only surviving gate from what were originally 7km-long walls probably built by King Mausolus in the 4th century BC." Full review
Lonely Planet "These are the restored remains of the only surviving gate from King Mausolus' 4th-century-BC 7km-long walls...and nearby are tombs, mosaics and other ruins." Full review
Frommer's "The gate and its immediate surroundings have regrettably been colonized by a newish hotel; local preservationists are up in arms over the commercial sullying of a historical artifact." Full review
