Where to go in Turkey
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Mediterranean Turkey is a less developed version of the Turquoise Coast. For those who bypass the busy tourist regions of Antalya and Ölüdeniz, this is one of the most unspoilt coastal stretches in Turkey. The sweep of the Taurus Mountains hovers above the sea line, fringed by golden sands.

Giving onto the Mediterranean Sea, the Turquoise Coast takes its name from the stunning hues of its seascapes. Here you will find some of the most idyllic beaches in the world, including the iconic white-sand beaches at Ölüdeniz. This abundance of natural beauty has long established the area as the…

The Black Sea is a spot famous for bathing because of its low salinity, caused by the constant flow of fresh water from rain-swollen rivers and run-off from the region's verdant mountain slopes. This unusually wet weather has helped stem the influx of mass tourism to this region, making this one of…

The Marmara Region marks the joining of Europe and Asia and is home to Istanbul, the only city in the world to span continental boundaries. The most developed region in Turkey, this is the land of the Grand bazaar, where all that is traditionally Turkish comes together in one loud frenetic collisio…

The long and chequered history of the Aegean Coast has left an indelible mark on the landscape; from Bodrum to Izmir the coastal beaches are interspersed by haunting ruins. Ancient Ephesus casts the shadow of empty facades and vast columns back across the past.

Istanbul is one of the most multifaceted cities in the world. Situated at the convergence of continents, this city has long been at the heart of both the Muslim and Christian worlds. A frenetic clash of culture and style, this ancient city was once Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine-Chris…

Anatolia covers a vast region of central Turkey, and although lacking in coastline, the region still covers a diverse collection of geological landscapes and historic wonders. Why not take a dip in the famous mineral spa at Pamukkale or go in search of frescoed rock caverns at Cappadocia, before ta…