Turkey

What is worth visiting in Turkey? It is difficult to answer this question. Because Turkey has so many monuments, ruins of ancient cities and interesting places that it is difficult to visit them all during the holidays. However, Istanbul is definitely in the forefront of places, with its Sultanahmet and Beyoglu districts full of attractions and the Bosphorus. The ruins of Ephesus with the stunning Hadrian's Library are also worth seeing. Bodrum is also noteworthy with a beautifully situated fortress , in which there are several museums presenting the history of these lands, mainly from a maritime perspective. Heading to the east of Turkey, you cannot miss Cappadocia with underground cities or churches carved in the rock, and Mount Nemrut with the tomb of Antiochus I. It is one of the most surprising places in this country.

What are the best beaches in Turkey? It cannot be denied that most tourists visit Turkey mainly to spend time on its coast. The most popular resorts are located on the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea . Much fewer people are resting on the Black Sea coast. If you are looking for white beaches contrasting with the turquoise tones of the sea water, then visit Oludeniz . When you care about sandy, long and wide beaches and numerous attractions, consider a vacation in Alanya . Another interesting proposition is the sandy beaches of Belek , along which there is a pine forest filled with essential oils. Also popular with tourists are such resorts as Kusadasi, Bodrum and Side .

Turks know how to have fun. Most large cities, such as Istanbul , Ankara or Izmir, have numerous discos and pubs that provide evening entertainment for residents and tourists. Most foreign visitors, however, spend their time on the Turkish coast. The clubs there usually operate from May to October. The most partying point of the Turkish coast is Bodrum with its beach and bar street in Gumbet . In terms of events, there is also a lot going on in Alanya and Kusadasi .

Turkey delights not only with its monuments, but also with its wonderful nature. One of the country's most popular natural attractions are the travertine white terraces known as Pamukkale . The whiteness of the limestone rocks contrasts with the blue tint of the water that emerges from the thermal springs. A stay in Turkey cannot be complete without a visit to Cappadocia . The balloon flight over the amazingly shaped ocher-colored rock formations will be remembered forever. It is also worth visiting the deepest and largest canyon of Turkey, Saklikent . There you can both admire the power of mother nature and take a break from the summer heat.

Turkey is not only monuments and beautiful beaches. This country also allows you to enjoy active recreation. Of course, all kinds of water sports are the most popular. Sailing sea kayaks, windsurfing or kitesurfing and parasailing allow you to slightly diversify your stay at the seaside. People who like hiking, horse riding or cycling tours should definitely go to Cappadocia . On the other hand, a paragliding flight from the top of Babadag above the Oludeniz resort is an unforgettable experience. If you prefer trekking then consider reaching the summit of Ararat , Turkey's highest mountain.

What are the places off the trail in Turkey? If you are going to Turkey for the next time in a row, then you can consider visiting places that are not on the beaten track. Ankara appears on this list, for example. Although it is the capital of Turkey, tourists rarely visit it. And it is worth checking out to see the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations , which will appeal to enthusiasts of ancient history. Connoisseurs will also like the ruins of ancient Troy with a wooden replica of the Trojan horse. The city of Ani , or rather what is left of it, is located right on the border with Armenia. Ruins and stunning landscapes are a pleasant change from seaside resorts filled with large hotels.