Turkey has many prized destinations that one ought to visit! Monuments built by kings and conquerors enhance the beauty of this place inviting visitors to come and view its Cultural and Historic wealth. With variation in the topography, each landscape is a highlight that has an attraction for the bygone glories, the beaches, ruins and the panoramic views of the mountains. Although brimming with destination, we shall let you in with a few well known places you must visit in Turkey.
Aya Sofya
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The view of this structure will leave you spellbound! This Byzantine architecture beauty of Aya Sofya Museum (Hagia Sophia) is Istanbul’s most favourite attraction. The bulky dome fringed with delicate minarets and the delicately designed interiors is a tribute to the skilled architects of 537 AD.
Ephesus
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A former trade centre and a Christian Religious centre is now an important tourist destination of Turkey. This is one of the still standing cities of the Roman Regime that exposes many ruins and huge monuments. This city is worth a visit.
Topkapi Palace
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This Palace is a blend of both Ottoman and Baroque architecture. The Topkapi Palace (Seragilio) is a colossal Palace built for the Ottoman kings who lived here for 400 years of their 624 years of sovereignty. A visit to this Palace can fascinate you with the grand living style of the Sultans, the opulent structure with Harems and jewelled decorations.
Pamukkale
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Pamukkale is a well known town in Turkey that inherits the mystic beauty straight from the fairy tales. The water cascading down the travertine on the lush green hill gives this place a look of extremely haunting collage. The nearby ruins of the Roman Hierapolis (190 BC), is an added attraction that magnetises many tourist to this place. Apart from the above listed attractions, you can also view the ancient theatre and a cemetery with well preserved stone coffins (sarcophagi) adorned with sculpture and inscription. The Antique Pool, a submerged Roman city that was a result of a massive earthquake, is yet another place to be visited in Pamukkale!
Sumela Monastery
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The Sumela Monastery is built along the scenic coast of the Black Sea. Built in a cliff face, this Greek Orthodox monastery is at the Mela Mountain Range in Trabzon Province (Turkey). This vibrant structure is worth a visit!
Mount Nemrut
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Mount Nemrut is a high mountain situated on the south-eastern province of Turkey. It is the best Archaeological site where the heads of the Greek gods are scattered on the vicinity. The Statues dates back to 62 BC! The heads of the beheaded Gods stare vacantly over the mountain-top spreading an eerie atmosphere to this barren site!
Yacht Cruising on the Mediterranean
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The Mediterranean Coastline is a place for soaking up in the sun! You can indulge in many water activities that can make your stay enjoyable. The best activity that tourists prefer is ‘yachting’. Cruising can give you the heavenly view of the sandy beaches, the steep hillocks, a visit to the picturesque fishing villages and an opportunity to explore the uninhabited isles. Venture out on the deck, under the parasol and have a good time!
Oludeniz
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The inlet of Oludeniz is a famous Beach of Turkey that paints a lovely picture of the blue sea-water and the green hills that merge with the sandy beach at its base. You can experience the most glorified stunning Ariel view of the beach by indulging in paragliding off the cliff of the Babadag Mountain.