Istanbul is undoubtedly the first destination to visit when you are making a stay in Turkey. However, many other places in the country are worth a visit. Here we have selected the five destinations that we think are important to see in Turkey
After Istanbul, the Cappadocia region is surely the most impressive place in Turkey. Its landscapes are breathtaking by their beauty and their originality. Located in the heart of Anatolia, this space is inscribed on the protected list of the heritage of Humanity PA UNESCO since 1985
No less than 150 sites and 3000 chapels are located inside this space. Among these sites, the most well-known are the Göreme Valley and the troglodyte dwellings of Nevsehir. The underground cities of Kaymakli, Özkonak and Ürgüp are also unusual places of Cappadocia to visit
Cappadocia
After Istanbul, the Cappadocia region is surely the most impressive place in Turkey. Its landscapes are breathtaking by their beauty and their originality. Located in the heart of Anatolia, this space is inscribed on the protected list of the heritage of Humanity PA UNESCO since 1985
No less than 150 sites and 3000 chapels are located inside this space. Among these sites, the most well-known are the Göreme Valley and the troglodyte dwellings of Nevsehir. The underground cities of Kaymakli, Özkonak and Ürgüp are also unusual places of Cappadocia to visit
Bodrum
Situated on the shores of the Aegean Sea, Bodrum is a pleasant place to relax. This seaside resort is often dubbed the "Turkish Saint-Tropez". Of about 90 000 inhabitants in the off-season periods, the city and its surroundings welcome several hundred thousand people in summer. Note that the Château de Saint-Pierre dating from the 15th century is one of the best preserved monuments of the medieval age.
Bodrum is also an ideal place for the practice of various underwater activities, such as diving. The submarines of the region are indeed of exceptional beauty and diversity. Bodrum is also an important place for lovers of night life
Antalya
Very popular with tourists, international as well as local, the city of Antalya has no shortage of interests. It is located at the edge of the Mediterranean Sea and in the heart of the Turkish Riviera. Antalya has the peculiarity of combining at the same time a rich cultural heritage, with its old historical centre, and state-of-the-art seaside infrastructure.
In addition to swimming in bright and warm water, the cruises to the many islands in its vicinity make Antalya a leading summer destination. In addition, a few tens of kilometers from Antalya are remerquables archaeological sites such as the Théâtre de Alpendaos
The Black Sea region
The Black Sea region is quite unknown to the international public. Yet, by its exceptional landscapes, ranging from its immense beaches, its numerous forests and its mountain range, this region of more than 100 000 km² cannot leave anyone indifferent. This space differs from other regions of Turkey by the ubiquitous vast natural spaces of great diversity.
For example, you can discover Trabzon, the largest city in the region, known for its Byzantine monuments. For lovers of climbing and tea, Rize is an excellent choice. At 1200 metres above sea level, Ayder is a perfect place for hiking and hot springs
Edirne
The city of Edirne is not often cited as an important destination in the guides on Turkey. However, Edirne, which is both 10 km from Greece and 20 km from Bulgaria, can become your favorite. Edirne was the third capital of the Ottoman Empire between 1361 and 1453, when Istanbul became the capital.
Today, the charm of Edirne rests in its rich heritage inherited from the Ottoman era. The Selimiye Mosque, built by the famous architect Mimar Sinan, undoubtedly represents one of the masterpieces of Ottoman art
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