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Whether you are an art and
history buff, an archaeology nut or a nature lover, enjoy browsing through
markets or going diving, the different regions of Turkey offer endless
possibilities all year round. Each area has its own personality, history,
landscape and even cuisine, and with so much on offer to visitors it is not
surprising that one trip to Turkey is never enough.
Surrounded by four different seas, Turkey is a beach paradise with over
8000 km of sunny strips of sand. It also has an abundance of plant and wildlife
species that can be enjoyed while camping or trekking in the many national parks
which are dotted around the country.
Home to more than 20 different fascinating civilisations, Turkey has a 10,000
year-old heritage, much of which is still being uncovered. Its rich history is
very much part of the present, with temples, ancient theatres, churches,
mosques, tombs, statues of gods, palaces and fortresses, and of course the many
detailed and fascination museums which bring the past to life.
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Turkey : Attractions |
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Beaches
Islands
Palaces
Mosque and
Churches
Towers
Museums
History
Art & Culture
Entertainment
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Istanbul |
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"There, God and human, nature and art are together, they have created such a
perfect place that it is valuable to see." Lamartine’s famous poetic line
reveals his love for Istanbul, describing the embracing of two continents, with
one arm reaching out to Asia and the other to Europe.
Istanbul, once known as the capital of capital cities, has many unique features.
It is the only city in the world to straddle two continents, and the only one to
have been a capital during two consecutive empires - Christian and Islamic. Once
capital of the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul still remains the commercial, historical
and cultural pulse of Turkey, and its beauty lies in its ability to embrace its
contradictions. Ancient and modern, religious and secular, Asia and Europe,
mystical and earthly all co-exist here.
Its variety is one of Istanbul’s greatest attractions: The ancient mosques,
palaces, museums and bazaars reflect its diverse history. The thriving shopping
area of Taksim buzzes with life and entertainment. And the serene beauty of the
Bosphorus, Princes Islands and parks bring a touch of peace to the otherwise
chaotic metropolis.
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Bursa |
The first capital of the Ottoman Empire is a picturesque city located ib the
foothills of Mt. Olympos a midst green countryside ans forest. Main Sites :
Cekirge [ Ataturk Pavillion, Thermal Baths, Karagoz Monument, Kultur Park,
Archeological Museum ], Tophane [ Osmangazi and Orhangazi Tombs, ancient Turkish
houses and cafes] Muradiye [ Ottoman House Museum, Muradiye Complex ], Koza
Square and environs [Ulu Mosque, Orhan Mosque, Covered Bazar, Old Inns, Green
Mausoleum and Mosque, Turkish and Islamic Museum. ]
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Marmaris |
The marina is one of the largest and best-equipped in Turkey .Main Sites :
Citadel, Kaunos, Datca, Knidos, Priene, Miletos, Didyma. In addition to the
climate, beaches and facilities of the town, the transportation infrastructure
is a definite plus for attracting visitors. It has easy connections to the
nearby airport Dalaman, ferries to Rhodes, and on the road to Datca and Fethiye.
The harbour has attracted private boats from around the world, with yacht
maintenance and production in the workshops on the Yalanci Strait. With the
climate being comfortable even in winter, and the nearby impressive mountains
and pine forests, Marmaris is likely to remain a popular and practical holiday
spot for a long time.
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Ankara |
Despite its long history, a thoroughly modern and well-planned city. Main Sites
: The citadel, Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Ethnography Museum, Paiting
and Sculpture Museum, Temple of Augustus, Roman Baths, Column of Julian,
Anitkabir (Mausoleum of Ataturk), Copper Market ....
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Izmir |
Izmir, the "pearl of the Aegean," is Turkey's third largest city and second most
important port. Major sights in Izmir : Archeology Museum, Ethnography Museum,
Ataturk Museum, Selcuk Yasur Art Museum, Kadifekale, The Agora, The Sirinyer and
Yesildere Aqueducts, Mosques from Seljuk and Ottoman Periods.
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Cesme |
Cesme is one of Turkey's most beautiful stretches of coast, surrounded by clear
blue seas, with a landscape of cultivated fields. Major sights in the Envions :
Citadel, Caravanserai, old town and houses, Ihca, Boyalik Bay, Dalyan, Sifne,
Pasa Liman, Cifftlikkoy, Pirlanta Beach and Altinkum Beach, Ildiri, Alacati.
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Bodrum |
Bodrum has everything that one would expect to find in a vacation getaway. It is
an important tourist center in both winter and summer. Bodrum has what it takes
to make everyone feel at home, from the rich yacht owners who come from around
the globe to the penny-counting tourists who just wants a reasonable room so
that he can stretch his budget to make his vacation last all summer.
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Antalya |
feel like you are in heaven. Stretching out along the coastline of Antalya,
Alanya, Side, Manavgat, Kemer, Ka, Finike, Serik, Demre and many other
destinations expect you for a holiday never to be forgotten...
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Trabzon |
Besides its cultural and historical assets, Trabzon as the emerald of the Black
Sea coasts is also rich with its natural wonders; moreover the focus of interest
of foreign and Turkish tourists all throughout the year.
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Mardin |
The province of Mardin, is a poetic city of the Southeast Anatolian Region where
the time seems to stop due to the present architectural, ethnographic,
archeological, historic and visual merits of Mardin. The province hosts
religious creations parallel to the different religious beliefs.
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Gaziantep |
The province of Gaziantep is one of the oldest culture centers of
Southeastern Anatolian Region. The history of the city extends to 4000 B.C years
and most of the civilizations were founded on the surrounding lands. The city is
located between Mesopotamia and Mediterranean and is at the intersection point
of the roads connecting east to south and north to west and is also located on
the historic Silk Road.
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Nevsehir |
The corrosion of the tuff structure of the valley by the waters of the floods
and winds had formed strange and interesting formations named 'fairy chimneys'.
As the flood waters find their way through the steep slopes, the hard rocks
cracked and break off. As the easily abrading material found at the lower parts
of the valley was carved deeply, the slope was moved backwards forming a hat
like formation on the top and a conical shaped body part preserved without
corroding.
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Mugla |
The province of Mugla is located at the south of the Aegean Region and is
founded at the skirts of the Asar (Hisar) Mountain spreading towards the plain
and is a beautiful and clean tourism paradise with its original architecture,
whitewashed walls, red roof tiled roofs, authentic chimneys and narrow streets.
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Important Destinations |
Alanya, Avanos, Ayvalik, Bergama, Bodrum, Cesme, Cumalykyzyk, Dogubayazit,
Edremit, Egridir, Erdek, Fethiye, Finike, Foça, Goreme, Haci Bektas, Harput,
Hasankeyif, iYskenderun, iznik, Kale, Cappadocia, Kas, Kemer Koycegiz, Kusadasi,
Manavgat-Side, Marmaris, Midyat, Milas, Mudanya, Nemrut, Pamukkale, Safranbolu,
Selçuk, Serik, Tarsus, Urgup ..
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Turkey : Activities |
 Hunting
Winter Sports
Faith Tours
Silk Road
Thermal Resorts
Congress Tourism
Golf
Youth Tourism
Yachting
Botanic
Ornithology
Spelunking
Highlands
Air Sports
Mountaineering
Rafting
Underwater Diving
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Turkey Travel Tips
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