Deciding to take a break from routine work and diversify my life a little, I bought a ticket to Turkey. I was expecting a trip to the Sea of Marmara with a visit to Istanbul, the Princes' Islands and the thermal springs of Bursa. In general, I was provided with a chocolate tan.
Getting off the plane at the airport. Ataturk, I plunged into the amazing atmosphere of Turkey. Listening to the stories of tourists who visited this country, I never thought that I would like it here from the first minute of my stay. Very kind and helpful locals showed me how to get to the metro station, which took me directly from the airport to Istanbul.
I settled in the wonderful Darkhill Hotel, which is located near the historic center of the city. After resting and having breakfast in a cozy restaurant on the roof of the hotel, which, by the way, offers a gorgeous view of the city and the Sea of Marmara, I decided to explore the local sights and visit the beach.
I started my tour from the Blue Mosque, the view of which causes amazement and delight. I also visited the Hagia Sophia - the most significant building in the city, the Topkapi Palace towering over the Sea of Marmara, as well as the mosqueSuleiman.
The beach I chose was located in the area of Fenerbahce Bay. The shallow and warm sea, the view of the Princes' Islands and the ships trying to pass through the Bosphorus left me in a state of euphoria. After enjoying the warm sun and fresh sea air, I wanted to visit the islands.
The road to the Princes' Islands took me about 30 minutes. The calm Sea of Marmara surrounded me all the way. Turkey, or rather, its northwestern part, is washed by its waters, which are the natural border between Europe and Asia.
The trip around the islands began with a visit to the island of Kynylyada, then there were Burgazadasy, and finally I got to Buyukada. This island is the largest in the archipelago. Having rested from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul and combined a tour of the islands with a walk on a phaeton (in a carriage drawn by two horses), I returned to the city late in the evening.
Knowing that the Sea of Marmara is a region famous for its thermal springs, I decided to visit Bursa and experience their healing effects on myself. After relaxing in the hot thermal waters, I went to explore the local attractions. The most famous mosque in Bursa, Ulu Cami, is a monument of pre-Ottoman architecture and has 20 domes. Her beauty can be admired endlessly.
A visit to the museum of Turkish and Islamic art, as well as a walk through the historical part of the city, did not leave me indifferent. The final stage of the tour of Bursa was a visit to the local market, where Itasted the most delicious sweets in Turkey. All the way back to Istanbul I was accompanied by a light sea breeze and a lot of pleasant impressions.
The warm Sea of Marmara with ferry rides, sunny beaches and exploring the coastal towns turned my vacation into an unforgettable adventure that I now really want to repeat. Which I will definitely do as soon as possible!
