Turkey is the magic land of great sultans, skilled warriors, ancient empires and vanished nations. Turkish bazaars and old streets, dancing dervishes, colorful and versatile Istanbul, sunlit Antalya and antique Izmir – this is Turkey. Every year Turkey welcomes thousands of tourists into the world of stunning nature, mysterious ruins of ancient cities and temples, fun and amusing entertainment. Turks are easy-going and friendly people. They are an amazing nation with the culture that combines traditions of the ancestors and tendencies of the modernity.
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In Istanbul you will see Hagia Sophia - the former Orthodox Christian cathedral turned mosque and later museum, rising above the Bosphorus. Hagia Sophia is the symbol of the Golden Age of Byzantine architectonic. Here you can also visit the Blue Mosque, that’s become a masterpiece of the Turkish Islamic architecture. Under the sidewalks of Istanbul is the Basilica Cistern – the ancient reservoir that you can throw the coins into and make a wish.
In Antalya tourists can visit the ancient city of Hierapolis and stop by Pamukkale hot springs. In Kemer you will see the marvelous ChimaeraMountain, whose peak is dotted with the flames. The city of Side is an amazing sight itself. More than half of its territory is occupied by the remains of ancient Greek temples, theatres and city walls. Those who would like to know more about the history of the Republic of Turkey and its first President, would enjoy a visit to the tomb of Kemal Atatürk in Ankara. The main sources of entertainment for tourists in Turkey are the nightclubs near resorts. There is also a great variety of waterparks. The most popular include “Deadman” in Antalya, “Aqua Dream” in Marmaris and “Water Planet” in Alanya.
Wherever you go, go with all your heart. Confucius
Those who prefer museums to noisy venues, can stay in Istanbul and visit museum of the modern art, archeology, calligraphy and mosaics. Just like any other popular tourist destination, Turkish resorts are full of petty frauds, who will try to trick you in one way or another. Some will ask you to drink coffee with them, and then the café will turn to be pricy, you will have to pay for your “friend”. Another trick is to make you pay for the so-called additional services. Hotel staff can, for example, ask you to pay for the bottle of water 5-10$ when its actual price is around 2$.
As for the natural dangers, beware of the venomous snakes and scorpions. The farther you travel from the cities, the higher is the possibility of such encounter. Be especially cautious in the ruins of fortresses and temples. If you get bit, immediately ask your guide for help and call the ambulance. Be careful with the food in cheap hotels and cafés. The food that is left from the previous mealtime can be cooked and served again by adding a sauce and many spices used to eliminate any suspicious flavour.
Alcohol poisoning caused by bad quality and counterfeit products is very common in Turkish resorts, especially at the parties. To avoid it, don’t get tempted by the low prices of the cocktails. Be extra cautious when driving in Turkey. Turkish drivers can be rather careless on the road. Also, bus drivers work a lot and often fall asleep while driving. Anything can happen in this transcontinental country of contrasts, so chose the travel insurance policy carefully to stay carefree and simply enjoy your journey.
Thank to soft climate and geographical area, The Republic of Turkey is one of the most visited countries on the planet. The interesting thing is this is the only country being in Europe and Asia the same time. That what makes it so colourful and diverse! The coastal areas of Turkey neighbouring the Aegean Sea and the Mediterranean Sea have a temperate Mediterranean climate, with hot, dry summers and mild to cool, wet winters. The coastal areas bordering the Black Sea have a temperate Oceanic climate with warm, wet summers and cool to cold, wet winters. Turkey is also one of the oldest countries in the world with huge cultural and historical background. This place is famous for local food and drinks, quite cheap services and infrastructure. Though it has some rules every visitor should follow - to dress plain and shy not shocking locals with bare parts of your body. Keep in mind that your behavior in each country you visit, makes an image of your own country so it's highly recommended to follow local rules whatever it takes.
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