Turkey – The multifaceted empire of pleasure in the Orient

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There is hardly any other countries  on the world map, on which territory there is such an interweave of diverse cultural influences, in which prestige to cross the lines of several eras and the fighting skills of a number of empires, a country whose tourist and cosmopolitan image is presented from the alphabet of glamour, grace and countless temptations. Turkey is a rainbow above the skies of Asia and the Balkans. 
The location of the country is only a small part of the fairy puzzle, which you must try to arrange. Looking to the east, from the highest minaret in Turkey, your gaze will reach the vast Caucasian mountains of Georgia, the mirror lake "Seva" in Armenia, the muddy volcanoes in Azerbaijan, and the legacy of the Persians in Iran. In the South, you will go down the Mesopotamia valleys in Iraq and Syria. In the West will  hear the distant ring of the strings of bouzouki from Greece, the powerful roar of Rhodope bagpipes from Bulgaria and the magical sound from the waves in the Aegean Sea. "Hadi, Al Onu! 50% Indirim "!  „Hadi, al onu! 50 % indirim”! (Welcome, Buy! 50% discount! "). That`s how begins your walk on the largest covered market in Europe, and in the whole world-the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. Welcome to the biggest city of Turkey! The unreachable with the simple human eye market is one of the main attractions. Here you will be captured by over 4000 stores, embracing more than 60 streets. The assortment of items and tourists is so abundant that it will get you dazed by the colors and flavors, and from the noisy speech in at least five languages and the astonishing dynamic. You may have tired, but you still haven't seen the real charm of  Istanbul. 

The city, which served as the capital of  Four historic empires, offers a symbiosis of arhaika and modernity, respectively, in the old and the new part of Istanbul. We do not believe that you will not want to see the summit in the Muslim religious culture and architecture-the dozens of mosques and the rising over them high minarets.

Your list of attractions in Istanbul, which will fully satisfy your endless curiosity, must also include the church of “St. Sofia ", Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Beylerbeyi and Dolmabahce. The splendour of the Orient is complemented by the dozens of museums telling about the history of the nation and the grandeur of these lands. If you are not tired, you have to give yourself  breathtaking emotions connected with a walk on one of the bridges over the Bosphorus or with the divine tranquility of the Golden Horn Bay. Speaking of traveling and temptations in Turkey, you must give your body a few minutes in the Hamam (Turkish bath). The thermal water will charge you for new fests in the sights of the country. Time skips unnoticeably, and if you have not yet seen Pamukkale, a town of the resort, touched by God and its ability to create miracles, try to do so. This "Castle of Cotton" by its own, attracts the interest of millions of tourists with water cascades and frozen limestone forms. If you want to just contemplate while the waves are serenading to you, your choice will be difficult. Music, dance, entertainment, a cold drink and a soul rest you can find in Kusadasi, Antalya, Marmaris, Bodrum, Didim, Ephesus and many more destinations. Your first official meeting with the Oriental culture and Turkey cannot be completed without two more fundamental elements. Grab your suitcase and pay attention to the city of Konya. The green garden of Turkey will impress you with the Hill of Aladdin and the exquisite Ethnographic museum. The top attraction here, however, is the extraordinary dance of the whirling dervishes. Accompanied by mystically arranged notes, the dervishes separate the mind from their body and provide you with a difficult to recreate and a unique spiritual quiver. 

 

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Istanbul – The minaret of Turkish culture
Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul is the city that will be in your top ranking for favorite places. Here you will feel every nuance of oriental culture. You will enjoy the majestic Grand Bazaar, the church of “St. Sofia”, Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Beylerbeyi and Dolmabahce.

Odrin – A journey from antiquity to today
Odrin, Turkey

Odrin is a living story. The town possesses historical features of antiquity, which it holds at the cost of it`s history to this day. Among the symbols are Selim mosque, Eski mosque, Ali Pasha Bazaar, the Great Synagogue and the complex of Sultan Bajazit II.

Izmir-The sanctuary of Turkey
Izmir, İzmir, Turkey

Apart from the impressive views of the Aegean Sea, the city has historical values that you will want to get to know. The hot tourist spots in the city are the colossal clock tower in front of the Konaka, the ruins of the Kingdom of  Pergamon and the sanctuary of the goddess Athena.

Bursa – The "green" city
Bursa, Turkey

City that makes you inhale deeply and enjoy life slowly and qualitatively. In Bursa the amount of parks and gardens is impressive, as combined with the majestic museums, mineral baths, waterfalls and other natural treasures, the city is tremendously becoming one of the most visited tourist destinations.

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Location

Turkey is located on two continents-Europe and Asia. The vast majority, equivalent to 97%, is located in Asia, and the smaller one, about 3%, is located in Europe. About 20% of the state's population lives in the European area. It is bordered with Georgia, Armenia, Iran, Azerbaijan, Iraq and Syria in Asia, and in Europe with Bulgaria and Greece.

Transportation

The most popular transport in Turkey are the buses. If you want to rent a car, you should know that the Turkish drivers are driving quite fast and you need to adapt to their way of driving. Transport by train is not so developed, but it is gaining popularity. 

Languages Spoken

The official spoken language is Turkish. Among younger people you can also find those who understand English, especially in the resort towns. The further east you go, the more least chance you have to find a person speaking English.

Currency

The official currency is the Turkish lira. Turkey is one of the few countries where even if you don't have their currency, you can pay in euro or in dollars, but at a slightly worse rate, respectively.

Visas

For citizens of most European countries, Turkey requires only a valid passport, as well as for the USA, Canada and Australia. The stay for these citizens allowed without a visa is for a period of 60-90 days. Before travelling, check whether a visa is required for the country you are coming from, and if you need one, you can apply online for it.

Electricity

If you wish, you can make routine vaccines for travelling abroad, which are also for all other countries. Check before you travel to Turkey, whether there are vaccines required at the time of entry into the country.

Vaccinations

The tension in Turkey standard-220v, same as throughout Europe (220v-240v), Australia and most of the African and Asian countries. The contacts are F-type corresponding to C and E.

Emergency Calls

The emergency telephone numbers are- 112 for medical assistance, 110 for fire, 155 for the police.

When to visit
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The time of the year you have to visit Turkey is determined by the type of tourism you want to practise. If you want to see the incredible Istanbul, visit Čutovniâ Ephesus or the beautiful Cappadocia area, you can do it all year round, but you should know that the winter months are colder and with snowfalls. The most suitable months for sea tourism in Turkey are between May and October. 

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Cruise Bosphorus

One of Istanbul's most interesting attractions is cruise ship on the Bosphorus. The confluence of the Marble and the Black Sea describes spectacular views of the beautiful city. During this cruise you can enjoy the architecture and sights of the Turkish capital. The most beautiful and expensive buildings are located along the coast of the Bosphorus. Surely visiting Istanbul, you have to take this amazing walk on water.

On a beach in Turkey

The beaches in Turkey are famous for their vast beauty and nightlife. The sea tourism is quite developed and annually it is visited by millions of tourists from all over the world. The beach of turtles – Iztuzu, Antalya, the island of Cleopatra – Marmaris, the Valley of Butterflies, Patara and many others are the places that undoubtedly has to be touched by everyone who has reached this amazing country. 

Taste the Turkish cuisine

Incredibly diverse and rich in culinary masterpieces it is known worldwide. Their traditional food is formed as a mixture of Asian, Balkan and Middle Eastern cuisine. You cannot visit Turkey and not embark in this incredible culinary marathon, including dishes such as: "Imambaâld", the similar to pizza "Lahmadžun", as well as lokum and baklava.

Balloon flights over Cappadocia

The spectacular landscape, describing the rise over Cappadocia with a balloon, leaves an eternal memory in your mind. An indescribably beautiful view that has created the Turkish scenery, and everyone should see this at least once in their lives. Come out in the morning, at dawn, above this natural phenomenon, when the weather is clear and enjoyable to ascend.

Hiking in Turkey

Tour Turkey is famously featured as one of the most suitable areas in the world for hiking, mountain trails and trips. All who like to explore natural attractions should enjoy the amazing trails of the mountainous areas of Turkey.

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FAQs about Turkey

How to get a visa to Turkey?

 To be admitted to the country, your passport must be valid for no less than 6 months. For a visa, you can already apply online and you can receive the confirmation email within 48 hours.

Avoid visiting Turkey during the two major religious festivals, because the movement is very busy and some of the tourist sites are closed. "Seker Spor Bajrâm" has a duration of 3 days, and each year is on different dates, and "Eid Bajrâm" lasts 4 days.

It is considered normal to leave a few coins for the maid of your bedroom in the hotel as a tip. Taxi drivers will expect to simply round the amount, and for the restaurants with good service the tip varies between 10-15% of the value of the bill.

 The payment with credit and debit cards is widespread. MasterCard and Visa are accepted at almost all locations. With American Express you can only pay in more expensive restaurants and hotels.

Smoking in Turkey is strictly forbidden in all public places since 2008.  If the provisions are not complied with, fines of 70 Turkish liras are imposed.

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