What to see in Turkey? Many answers can be given to this question. Turkey is a unique country. No other country has such a huge number of ancient monuments and natural attractions. In addition, 2 of the 7 wonders of the world were located in Turkey.
Istanbul
What is worth seeing in Turkey? First of all Istanbul. This city is distinguished by its uniqueness. What is special about it? Firstly, Istanbul is located on two continents (in Europe and Asia). Secondly, Istanbul is the capital of three huge empires (Hittite, Byzantine and Ottoman). It is not surprising that now Istanbul is a treasury and a museum city where you can admire the historical monuments of different cultures and eras, as well as a great many palaces of the Ottoman sultans. Tourists can visit the palaces and experience the atmosphere of luxury.
Istanbul - the city of two religions
Istanbul is a city where two religions organically merge. There are mosques and Christian monuments nearby. It is worth admiring the Sultan Ahmet Mosque, which is called the Blue(ceramic blue tiles were used in its decoration), the Suleymaniye Mosque, which is famous for its beauty, and the Muslim shrine - the Eyup Mosque. Among Christian temples, it is necessary to visit the Hagia Sophia - the most famous Christian monument, an engineering miracle of its time (there is a museum in the building now) and the Church of the Holy Savior, which is second in importance in the world after the Hagia Sophia. Sophia of Kyiv and Sophia of Novgorod were built in the likeness of the Hagia Sophia.
Istanbul Museums
Istanbul is famous for its many museums. Especially famous is the archaeological museum, which houses the sarcophagus of Alexander the Great. You can also visit museums here: Turkish ceramics, Turkish and Islamic arts, Turkish carpets, mosaics, aviation, military, maritime, fine arts, the museum of the city, theater, industry and Ataturk's house-museum.
Bodrum
If you have not yet decided what to see in Turkey, then go to Bodrum. This city is the cultural capital and one of the main centers of tourism in Turkey. Here artists gather, exhibitions are held. Bodrum will be of interest to bohemian lovers, as the corresponding atmosphere constantly reigns here. Sports lovers will also find something to their liking in Bodrum. They will be able to go surfing, yachting, rowing, scuba diving. Lovers of history and archeology will be happy to see the ancient monuments that tell about the past of the city, the Mindos Gate, the walls of Halicarnassus and the Halicarnassus fortress. Formerly in Bodrumthere was one of the wonders of the world - the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus. Now this place is the Halicarnassus Museum, where you can see the layout of the mausoleum.
Ephesus
What to see in Turkey? You should definitely visit Ephesus - the tourist center of the Aegean region. This city holds the record for the number of antique works located in it. Despite the small size of the city, a huge number of tourists come here every day. Ephesus has preserved the basic structure of the ancient cities. Therefore, visiting this city, you can imagine how the ancient settlements were arranged. Many ancient buildings have been preserved here, the elegance and completeness of forms of which amazes tourists: the ancient library of Celsus, two agoras, baths, and dwellings of noble citizens. In Ephesus there is also a house in which the last days of the life of the Blessed Virgin Mary the Mother of God passed. Ephesus was once home to the fourth wonder of the world, the Temple of Artemis. Now only a column, restored from the wreckage, remains from it. Despite the fact that now this city is dead, it is constantly filled with crowds of tourists.
Demre (Mira)
Demre is the name of the ancient city of the World. The main attraction of the city is the temple of St. Nicholas. Demre is famous for the fact that St. Nicholas lived and performed his good deeds here. The custom of Christmas gifts was also born here.
Mount Olympos
This mountain is known as one of the main attractions of the country. It is considered the abode of the Chimera. At the top of the mountain you can see a unique natural phenomenon: flashes of fire appearing from underground.
Pamukkale
Pamukkale means Cotton Castle. The city is famous for its white cliffs. Legend says that these rocks are cotton harvested by mythical titans. It is also famous for its thermal springs rich in calcium. Over the millennia, calcium has formed many cascades, terraces and pools that amaze with their beauty. But not only beauty attracts thermal springs. They are famous for their healing and rejuvenating effect. It is believed that Cleopatra came here to preserve her beauty. At the top of the mountain you can take a dip in the waters of the lake, called "Cleopatra's bath".
Cappadocia
What to see in Turkey? Cappadocia is the most unique attraction not only in Turkey, but in the whole world. When you come to Cappadocia, it seems that you have landed on another planet. No wonder one of the valleys of Cappadocia is called the moon. Cappadocia is famous for its unusual landscapes, which are unique natural formations: bizarre rocks look like fairy-tale heroes and mythical monsters. Cappadocia is called the land of beautiful horses and the land of fairies. Horses were bred here, which then fell into the legendary cavalry of Darius. In this area, the first Christians hid from persecution. Here, in the rocks of Cappadocia, they cut down entire cities, many of which have survived to this day. Therefore, when traveling to Turkey, you should also visit the rock cities of Cappadocia.
Alanya
What to see in Alanya? Turkey is known for the Byzantine fortress located here on the rock - the most important sight of Alanya. It is also worth visiting the caves, which are very numerous in Alanya. The most famous of them are the Maiden's Cave (pirates kept kidnapped women in it), Phosphorus Cave (has unique lighting) and the Cave of Lovers. The Dalmatash grotto is very famous, in which stalactites, stalagmites and lime deposits form bizarre figures. Local conditions cure asthma and other respiratory diseases.
