The
Republic of Turkey or
Turkey (Turkish: Türkiye), is a bi-continental country that is located mainly in the Middle East (Southwest Asia) and partly in Southeast Europe. A small portion of Turkey's territory (3%) is situated in south-eastern Europe, west of the Bosphorus straits. Surrounded by four different seas, Turkey is a beach paradise with over 8000 km of sunny strips of sand. It also has an abundance of plant and wildlife species that can be enjoyed while camping or trekking in the many national parks which are dotted around the country.
The Turkish people have an unrivalled reputation for hospitality. Although the tourist "high season" (with associated higher rates) is from mid-June through mid-September, Spring and Fall are the best seasons to travel.
Istanbul is Turkey's prime attraction. Istanbul has the most beautiful mosques (Blue Mosque) and palaces
Topkapı and Dolmabahce of the country, it has Byzantine churches (Kariye and St. Sophia) and Roman temples. Without fear of exaggeration one can say that Istanbul's claim to the title of
Eternal city is as justified as Rome's.
Some Major Tourist Attractions
Izmir, one of Turkey's biggest port and 3rd biggest City in Turkey and the population is nearly 3.5 million. Port of Izmir is located north of Ephesus Ruins .The Temple of Artemis at Ephesus was one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and was built around 550 BC, it was about four times the size of the Parthenon.. With such a diversity of things to see, Turkey is a wonderful destination for any traveller.
National Parks
In terms of scenic beauty rich in flora and fauna, or areas of great historical importance, Turkey’s 33 official national parks are of great interest to visitors. In addition there are 16 areas which have been recognised as natural parks or nature reserves, which are valued for their aesthetic, botanical and scientific value and their cultural and natural qualities preserved. These natural areas can provide a welcome break from the busy atmosphere of Turkey’s cities and resorts.
Around 10 million years ago the simultaneous eruption of the Erciyes and Hasandag holy mountains created what is know today as
Cappadocia. Cappadocia with it's unique and surreal landscape will never fail to enchant all who visit. Colonised by the early Christians, and a major centre of Christian philosophy, by the 4th century, this area which is rich in history, left behind carved beautiful fresco adorned churches and massive underground cities made from living rock.
