The most beautiful places of Turkey
The best of Turkey
Turkey as a large country on the border of Asia and Europe offers a number of beautiful natural wonders. You will find some of the most beautiful beaches of the Mediterranean, wild mountains and many historical monuments and cities. Come and see the most beautiful of them.
Cappadocia
The most beautiful area of Turkey
Cappadocia is one of the most fairytale areas in the world – bizarre tuff chimneys of all shapes and colors cover the area of more than 300 square kilometers. This all was caused by the local volcano, which covered the entire area by easily erodible tuff and this beauty was created in thousands of years. Apart from the beautiful trips between tuff pillars you can try to ascent the local volcanoes Ercyies or Hasan Dagi. continue reading
Istanbul
Gate of the Orient
Istanbul, formerly Constantinople, is the largest city in Turkey. Because of its location it is called the Oriental Gate. It spreads both in Europe and Asia. You will find the largest Turkish monuments such as the Blue Mosque, the Hagia Sophia, the Topkapi Palace and Dolmabachce Palace. continue reading
Pamukkale
Natural wonder under the Roman baths
Almost in all of the prospectuses that appeal to visit Turkey include photos of Pamukkale „Cotton“ Castle. Mineral springs, rich in calcium, have created truly beautiful ponds in a completely white landscape. continue reading
Volcano Great Ararat
Biblical mountain
Great Ararat (5 156 m asl) / Agri Dagi / is not only a huge volcano, the highest mountain in Turkey, but also the biblical mountain, on which Noah and his ark should land during the great flood. It is easily accessible from the border town of Dogubayazit, where, however, are all the services extremely overpriced. continue reading
Ishak Pasha Palace
Beautiful palace at the end of Turkey
At the very eastern end of Turkey, just a few kilometers from Iran, the well-preserved Ottoman Palace Ishak Pasha lies in the foothills of the volcanic mountains. Next to Mount Ararat, this is the largest attraction in the wider area of Doğubayazıt. Its surroundings are a favorite picnic area for local people. continue reading
Aladaglar Mountains
The most beautiful mountains of Turkey
The highest part of the Taurus limestone mountain range is Aladaglar with the highest peak of Demirkazik (3,756m asl). Aladaglar means „red mountains“, which is seen mainly at sunset. continue reading
Ani
The former capital of Armenia
Directly on the Turkish-Armenian border lies the ruins of the former mighty capital of the Armenian kingdom Bagratuni. At the time of its greatest fame, it competed with its significance with the largest cities of the Middle East. The river canyons were protected town from three sides and mighty walls the fourth. The city was practically impregnable, and until the great earthquake in 1319 and its alignment with the earth was so prosperous. There are now the ruins of ancient churches continue reading
Ihlara Canyon
The most famous canyon in Cappadocia
In Cappadocia you will find not only beautiful rock formations, but also one very nice canyon – Ihlar. A hiking trail leads through the canyon, so you can spend a nice day here. In addition, just a short walk from the massive volcano Hasan Dagi, another nice hike destination. continue reading
Volcanic lake Meke Gölü
The volcano and lake in the crater
The biggest attraction in the surroundings of Karapinaru is bizarre volcanic lake Meke Gölü. From the center of the crater of the original volcano full of red-orange water grows a secondary volcanic cone. Additionally, there are also some interesting islets. continue reading
Volcano Erciyes Dagi
The highest mountain in Central Anatolia
Almost exactly in the center of Turkey rises over the great city of Kayseri a massive, almost five thousand meters high volcano Erciyes Dagi (3 917 m asl). The starting point to the mountain is from the ski resort (2 200 m asl) lying on the road Develi-Kaysei. The mountain itself has steep scree slopes, so that the final ascent is not very pleasant. continue reading
Volcanic lake Acigöl
Volcanic lake
Right next to interesting lake Meke Gölü is another beautiful volcanic lake Acigöl, which has a completely different character. Instead of red-colored water, there is a beautifully clear blue water. But the surroundings look a little like from a moonscape. continue reading
Uchisar Rock Castle
The highest tuff hill in Cappadocia
One of the biggest landmarks of Cappadocia is the rock castle Uchisar. It is the highest tuff hill in the area with beautiful views of the surrounding valley full of bizarre rock formations. continue reading
Ankara
The capital of Turkey
Ankara with almost five million inhabitants, is located practically in the center of Turkey, gained significance only when Mustafa Kemal designated it the capital of the country. In the center of the town lies a large fortress. The surrounding old part is gradually disappearing and modern towers take up the place. The greatest monument here is the mausoleum of Ataturk and the huge Kocatepe Mosque. continue reading
Beach in Gerbekse bay
Beach under the Prehistoric Church
The beach in Gerbekse bay is known in Marmaris, under the English name of „Pregnant Church“ – according to the remnants of the Byzantine church over this beautiful small bay. It belongs to the classic „robinson“ beaches, because there are no other buildings here and it is easy to get here only by water continue reading
Alanya
Historic city on the Turkish Riviera
Alanya have more than a hundred thousand inhabitans. This town is famous not only for a beautiful beach, but also for a massive castle with amazing views and the famous red tower Kizil Kule. There is also a large harbor. continue reading
Erzurum
The town below the Palandöken Mountains
The important historic town of Erzurum (1,890 meters above sea level) is located in the east of Turkey. The most famous monument is the double minaret and old tombs. Above the town is a fortress and just a short distance away is the volcanic Palandöken Mountain, a winter ski resort. continue reading
Lower Düden Waterfall
Famous waterfalls directly in Antalya
Even in tourist-besieged Antalya you will find one nice place – the lower waterfalls Düden falling from a rock cliff directly into the sea. It is one of the most interesting waterfalls in Turkey. Waterfalls have their upper part, about 15km from the sea. continue reading
Mamure Castle
Fort at Anamur
One of Turkey's largest castles can be found right by the sea at Anamur. The fortress originally served as a defense against pirates. Over time, it steadily expanded and the fortifications strengthened. continue reading
Caravanserai Sultanhani
Beautiful caravanserai
If you want to soak up the atmosphere of the 13th century, when the famous caravan routes led through Turkey, visit the well-preserved Sultanhani caravansarai. In essence, it is a fortified palace that met all the demands of passing merchants. continue reading
Hasan Dagi
Volcano in central Anatolia
Hasan Dagi volcano (3,268 meters above sea level) is the second highest mountain in central Anatolia (after Erciyes Dagi). It exceeds the surrounding plateau by more than two kilometers. The ascent is relatively light. continue reading
