“Bodrum Golden Mausoleum Awards Presented to Winners”

The Bodrum Golden Mausoleum Awards Presented to Their Recipients

The event, organized for the first time this year by the Bodrum Promotion Foundation (BOTAV), was held at a hotel in Yalıkavak.

Bringing together prominent figures from the business and art world, the ceremony recognized numerous individuals and institutions across categories such as culture and arts, hospitality, gastronomy, maritime, successful athletes, nature and sustainability, and entertainment.

A special award was also presented to painter Devrim Erbil, who attended the ceremony.

The event featured speeches by Bodrum District Governor Ali Sırmalı, BOTAV Board Members Nurçe Erben Hakan and Süleyman Uysal, and was hosted by TV presenter Mesut Yar.

BOTAV Chairman and Bodrum Mayor Tamer Mandalinci stated in his speech that with this inaugural event, they aimed to honor business owners, individuals, and contributors who have enriched Bodrum’s cultural, social, and economic life for many years.

The award ceremony concluded with a group photo session and a concert.

Bodrum Golden Mausoleum Awards Celebrate First Edition with Glittering Ceremony

The Bodrum Golden Mausoleum Awards (BAM), organized for the first time this year by the Bodrum Promotion Foundation (BOTAV), honored the city’s artists, craftsmen, and value-creating figures at a spectacular ceremony. The event took place on September 29, 2025, at Ruins Luxury Resort, bringing together distinguished guests from Bodrum’s cultural and creative community.

In the Gastronomy Category, the winners were:

• Local Restaurants: Orfoz Restaurant

• International Restaurants: Roka

• Chef Restaurants: Maça Kızı

The BAM Awards aim to highlight and celebrate Bodrum’s cultural richness while promoting the individuals and institutions that contribute to its artistic and social heritage.