The most popular places in Turkey
Hello everyone, after a long break finally I could write about my beloved country; Turkey!!
I have written this for someone who are confused where to go in Turkey. I have also added google maps to see locations of the sites.At the end of writing,you will see suggested luxury hotels in Turkey with their websites. If you have any question,please make a comment or email me.
Enjoy !!
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Popular Destinations in Turkey ;
With its unique location,cultural heritages and famous cuisine,Turkey is attracting millions of people all around the world every year and it offers a lot of sightseeing places for each person’ interest.Vibrant culture and vast history of Istanbul has many choises to offer more than you imagine.Standing with its glory for 1,485 years,Hagia Sophia and competitive architecture of Blue Mosque and whispering history of Ottomans with its mighty walls of Topkapi Palace are top visited places in Istanbul.
Other than Istanbul,another most visited place in Turkey is magical land of Cappadocia.Walking through valleys of fairy chimneys,taking a breathe with a cup of Turkish tea,having traditional Turkish homemade lunch,tasting local wines of Cappadocia and wonderful experience of hot air balloon flight…Cappadocia is a place where people meet with their dreams.
At the western part of Turkey,Ephesus ancient city welcomes visitors to speak about its glorious days.Walking through colonnaded streets of the city and visiting amazing Roman villas,terrace houses,with mosaic floors and beautiful paintings on the walls…Head to famous and third richest library of Celcus and walk to the largest ancient theatre of Turkey… Ephesus ancient city is visited by over 2 million people every year.(exceptional during pandemic)
We do organize your Turkey travel depending on your time and interest.There are easy 1 hour flights to Cappadocia from Istanbul.There are also flights from Kayseri or Nevsehir airports to Izmir for Ephesus and around. You can make a clockwise/anti clockwise directions on the map.
If you have time and want to see more in Turkey,you can make road trip.There are many places of interest among these places.
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To see location of these places on the map and pictures, please make a click ;
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Biblical Turkey
Many people are not aware of Turkey is a Bible land,rather than Israel.After Jerussalem was destroyed in 586 BC,many Jews were dispersed outside of Israel.Later Asia Minor/Anatolia (Modern Turkey) became the home of numerous Diaspora Jewish communities.
For the rest of first century,the land of Turkey became center of growing Christian movement.When we look at the Bible,there are a number of references to Anatolian regions and cities in the Old Testament and two-thirds of the twenty seven boks in the New testament were either written to or from Asia Minor.
Saul known as St. Paul’ hometown was Tarsus,located at the south of Turkey.The first journey of St. Paul and Barnabas (46-49 AD) was from Antioch to Cyprus then into Sourthern Anatolia,Perga.John Mark left them and returned to Jerussalem.Paul and Barnabas went on to Psiadian Antioch.
At his second missionary journey,(49-52 AD)he visited Tarsus,Derbe and Lystra.Paul and his companions,Silas and Timothy had plans to joruney to southwest of Anatolia but a night before they set out,Paul had a vision of a man of Macedonia begging him to go to Macedonia to help them.
According to Acts,Paul began his third missionary journey (52-56 AD) by travelling all around the region of Galatia and Phyrgia ; Derbe,Lystra,Iconium and Psidian Antioch.Then he traveled to Ephesus, an important centre of early Christianity and stayed there for almost three years.During his stay in Ephesus,Paul wrote four letters to the church in Corinth.On his way back to Jerussalem Paul and his companions visited other cities such as ; Troas,Miletus,Phillipi,Rhodos and Tyre.
St. John the Apostle also called St. John the Evengelist or St. John the Divine one of the twelve apostle of Jesus and traditionally believed to be the author of three letters of John,the Fourth Gospel and possibly Revelation in the New Testament.
According to the Fourth Gospel,also known as Gospel of John (19:26-27),on the cross ; When Jesus saw his mother and the disciple there whom he loved,he said to his mother,’Woman,behold,your son’.Then he said to the disciple,’Behold your mother’.And from that hour the disciple took her into his home.
The disciple whom he loved is thought to have been St. John.The tradition holds that taking Virgin Mary with him,St John travelled to Ephesus in Anatolia,was exiled to the island of Patmos,wrote the Fourth Gospel and the book of Revelation thereand finally returned to Ephesus where he died and was buried.
His basilica and burial place is located 1 mile away from Ephesus ancient city.
Seven Churches of Revelation are located at the westren part of Turkey;
Ephesus,Symrna,Pargamon,Sardis,Philadelphia,Thyatira,Laodicia.
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Extraordinary Turkey
When travelling through Turkey,there are many places not to be missed on the way.Although it is very difficult to select places of interest , we have chosen just some of them and marked on the map.For instance ; Euromos ancient city is on the way to Bodrum,although there is a sign,you need to keep your attention on to see it because it is located in the middle of olive trees.Or Stratonikeia.. It is at the junction of Milas-Bodrum road and it is just a few minutes driving away on the way to Bodrum.
Eastern part of Turkey is a gem waiting to be discovered by people.Mardin city is waiting to speak what it has witnessed in the history throughout centuries at Mesopotamia.Sanliurfa is welcoming people to introduce earliest temple of the world from 10.000 BC at Gobeklitepe.
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Vacation Mood
If you are looking for a vacation at the beaches and all these ancient cities are too Greek to you,but you want to take a glimpse at some of popular historical places of Turkey,here is our suggested hotels and day trips nearby.
Bodrum ;
Mandarin Oriental ;
An exceptional luxury resort hotel at Bodrum.Beautiful panaromic views over Aegean Sea,with its two private beaches and excellent leisure facilities…All you need to do is lie back,relax and savour the moment.Enjoy at award-winning restaurants of Mandarin Oriental. Check the location and pictures ;
https://www.mandarinoriental.com/bodrum/paradise-bay/luxury-hotel
Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay
Kempinski Hotel Barbaros Bay Bodrum, a luxury 5 star resort set on the cliffs of pristine Barbaros Bay, invites you to experience the best of European Luxury in a picturesque setting where excellent leisure facilities mingle with a symphony of flavours.
For daytime dreaming and leisure, this exclusive retreat also offers blue-flagged sandy beach, an infinity pool, a unique 5500 sqm. Spa, and a variety of outstanding restaurants combining authenticity and the region’s exceptional culinary highlights.
Check the location and pictures ;
https://www.kempinski.com/en/bodrum/hotel-barbaros-bay/
Six Senses Kaplankaya;
Six Senses Kaplankaya resort in Turkey is a private escape offering you and your loved ones a combination of seclusion and social community at the heart of nature. This includes our showcase 10,000 square-meter spa with pioneering wellness programming; indoor-heated pool, hydrothermal areas, hammams, state-of-the-art fitness equipment, and classes including spinning, yoga, and Pilates. Add to this multiple organic dining options, spacious outdoor venues, private beaches, a host of children’s activities and experiences to reconnect with nature and rewild your soul.
To check location and pictures ;
https://www.sixsenses.com/en/resorts/kaplankaya
If you are staying at Bodrum and you want to discover around here suggested trips you can do ;
Mausoleum of Mausolos ; Located at city centre of Bodrum,take a walk through narrow streets and you reach one of Seven Wonders of Ancient World that was the monumental buriel place of king Mausolos from 353-350 BCE.The Mausoleum was built his sister-wife and after his body was crimated , she was putting his ashes into her wine everyday!
Although not so many monuments left today,it is still an exciting place for history-lovers.
Bodrum Castle/Underwater Archaelogy Museum ; Bodrum Castle is a historical fortification that was built in 1402 by Knights of St. John as Castle of St. Peter or Petronium.(The name of Bodrum derives from Petronium).It has four towers known as the English,French,German and Italian towers.In 1960s,the castle became a home of Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaelogy.Today it houses of one of the earliest shipwrecks in the world from 16c BC.You can see amphoras(a large two-handled storage jar having an oval body),gold and silver collections of Carian Princess,ancient glass objects and coins/jewellery hall.
If you have not visited Ephesus , it must be in your bucket list during your stay at Bodrum.Ephesus is 2,5 hours driving away from Bodrum. Please click for Ephesus ;
https://www.turkeytravelsites.com/sayfalar/ephesus
Didim Apollo Temple is 1,45 minutes driving from Bodrum and Miletus ancient city is 15 minutes away from Apollo temple. Here is link ;
https://www.turkeytravelsites.com/sayfalar/miletus
To see other ancient sites on the map nearby Bodrum, please click ;
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Marmaris ;
D Maris Bay Hotel ; D Maris Bay is waiting for its guests to provide an unrivalled holiday experience where comfort and confidence meet.
D Maris Bay is a hidden paradise, one with the nature in Datça Peninsula, where Aegean Sea meets the Mediterranean.
With its unique sandy beaches, fun outdoor activities, as well as exquisite food and drink options, it hosts an impressive concept to give you an unforgettable holiday experience.
Here is webpage of the hotel ;
https://www.dmarisbay.com/en/
If you are staying at Marmaris,here is our suggestion trips ;
Dalyan / Iztuzu beach ; It takes about 2 hours driving from D-Maris Bay to Iztuzu beach.Dalyan river is running through the modern town and you need to take a boat to reach the beach.When sailing,see very famous rock tombs of Caunos ancient city and make a walk through ruins.See very big Caretta Caretta,Loggerhead Sea Turtles, and taste blue crabs of Dalyan river at your lunch.Take a rest at endless Iztuzu sandy beach which is about 2,8 miles long.
Datca ; About 1 hour drive from hotel D-Maris Bay,it is one of the most beautiful town,famous with almonds.With its narrow streets and beautiful local restaurants,Datca town is an amazing place to visit.
Cappadocia ; It has been the most popular destination and world-wide famous since 1980s,with its unique geographical features.There are many distinguished hotels at Cappadocia area and here is some of our suggested hotels ;
Museum hotel ; ‘Unique…’ There is no other word that better describes Museum Hotel.Situated in a very special geographic region in Cappadocia,Museum Hotel has been designed and created from a distinctive combination of the land and historical features and ruins,some intact and some beautifully restored to their original glory.The hotel features 34 rooms and suites – each of them exceptional in their own inimitable way.No room can be alike,with each bringing its own special ambiance,contrubuting to Museum Hotel’s evident character and charm.
Here is the webpage of the hotel ;
https://www.museumhotel.com.tr/en/
Argos in Cappadocia; The unfolding of a fascinating history, a mystical atmosphere, a beauty forever etched in mind... And in the middle of all this stands a hotel built with a love for this region: Argos in Cappadocia... It is the most special hotel of the land which underground cities were carved into thousands of years ago, millions of pigeons considered to be the safest nest, and monks retreated to for centuries.
The hotel offers an unparalleled stay with a unique value offering from one of a kind room options to an enchanting history, staff to food & beverage varieties, decoration to architecture, eco-consciousness and pet friendliness to a meaningful contribution to the region.
Here is the webpage of the hotel ;
https://www.argosincappadocia.com/home-page
Kayakapi Premium Caves ; Experience the First Boutique Hotel in Cappadocia: Kayakapi Premium Caves-Cappadocia,the award winning cave hotel located in a historical neighborhood supported by UNESCO World Heritage Center.The Kayakapi Neighborhood,being one of the first settlement zones in Cappadocia’s centrally located Town of Urgup,is returning back to its glory days under the name of Kayakapi Premium Caves-Cappadocia and is formed by hundreds of cave houses and historical structures.
Here is the webpage of the hotel ;
https://www.kayakapi.com/home
For excursions at Cappadocia area and pictures,please click ;
https://www.turkeytravelsites.com/sayfalar/cappadocia
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