Destinations
ISTANBUL, Turkey’s cultural and business centre is an enchanting blend of Eastern and Western culture,
a vibrant, modern city, with a unique identity.
It is a city of contrasts, set in a stunning location, surrounded by water,
which is the narrow strait of the Bosphorus and the serene sea of Marmara separating
Europe from Asia. İstanbul has a foot in each, celebrating the best of both heritages.
It has been the capital of three Empires, each leaving their mark in the form of stunning palaces, castles, mosques,
churches and monuments.
BODRUM is one of the most spectacular resorts in Turkey with its
charm residing in its blend of relaxed Aegean atmosphere, historical architecture
and its proximity to a vast array of fantastic beaches, fishing villages and trendy
nightclubs. In ancient times, it was known as Halicarnassos, town of Herodotus .The
Mausoleum of Halicarnassus was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World .It
is also the yachting centre of Turkey and its world-class Marina is a favorite destination
for yachts that cruise the Aegean and Mediterranean. The city really comes to life
at night, with a magical atmosphere that doesn't sleep until dawn. Whether you are
searching for romantic harbor-side dinners, an evening promenade or sipping cocktails
in the up-market marina, there is something to suit everyone.
ANTALYA also known as the Turkish Riviera is the tourism capital
of Turkey. The region, bathed in sunshine for 300 days of the year, is a paradise
for sunbathing, swimming, and sports activities like windsurfing, waterskiing, sailing,
mountain climbing and spelunking.
Cleopatra, İncekum, Ulaş, Sorgun, Koru, Lara, Adalar, Konyaaltı, Phaselis,
Tekirova, Finike, Adrasan and Patara are the world famous beaches.
The fortifications in city center are the common heritage of the Romans, Byzantines,
Seljuks and Ottomans. Patara (Ovagelemiş), Xanthos (Kınık), Antiphellos (Kaş), Perge
(Aksu), Myra (Demre) and Aspendos are the ancient cities around Antalya which
makes it a unique place for ancient culture lovers.
CAPPADOCIA where in the course of millions of years, the land has
been shaped into fantastic forms, is one of the nature's most rare wonders. "Fairy
chimneys" that seem haunted, cities and houses of worship that extend many meters
deep into the earth are all enveloped in an atmosphere that is ethereal and beyond
this world.
The Cappadocia region's "underground cities' are fascinating. There are many in
number, but the most extraordinary ones are located in Kaymaklı, Derinkuyu, Mazı,
Özkonak and Tatlarin. The region has been designated as a "World Heritage Site"
by UNESCO.
IZMIR, KUSADASI AND EPHESUS Known as 'Beautiful City ", Izmir is
Turkey's third largest city and second most important port. It is a cosmopolitan
and lively city all year round which bursts with an added vibrancy during the "International
Arts Festival" and "The International Fair".
Kuşadası, being one of Turkey's largest and most cosmopolitan resorts and a stopping
off point for the big cruise-liners, offers great beaches, excellent shopping and
some serious nightlife. Kuşadası literally means 'Bird Island' and takes its name
from the tiny island known as Pigeon Island, which is attached to the mainland by
a causeway and boasts a 14th century Genoese fort. Kuşadası's setting also makes
it a good base for those who would like to visit Ephesus which is only approximately
30 minutes drive away.
Ephesus was an ancient Greek city on the west coast of Anatolia, in the region known
as Ionia during the period of Classical Greece. The city was famed for the “Temple
of Artemis”, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world.
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