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Turkey, mystical and beautiful, meeting of civilizations and vast regions of natural treasures. Difficult synthesis of the highlights that we present below:

  • Blue Lagoon of Ölüdeniz

Located in the district of Fethiye, province of Mugla. Its coast, bathed by the Aegean Sea, is known for its Blue Lagoon: a natural reserve with beaches of crystal-clear water and shades of turquoise blue.

  • Pamukkale

A surprising geological formation resulting from tectonic movements that caused the appearance of numerous hot springs, Pamukkale is declared a World Heritage Site.

  • Kaputas Beach

In the southwest of Turkey, a magnet for visitors to the region due to the beauty of its waters and the possibility of organizing excursions and activities such as kayaking, rafting, etc.

  • Ephesus

Currently, there are Greco-Roman ruins of the city and early Christian and Byzantine remains. The city was famous for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The tomb of the Apostle John is located here.

  • Aspendos

Greco-Roman city, famous for having one of the best preserved theatres in the Roman world, which was built under Emperor Marcus Aurelius by the architect Zeno.

  • Istanbul

The city divided by the Bosphorus Strait has sites, monuments and buildings unique in the world, such as the Maiden’s Tower, the Tower of Leander, Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque, the market etc.

  • Cappadocia

Famous for its whimsical geological formations. Given its location, it became the meeting point of trade routes and also the object of continuous invasions. For this reason, the inhabitants of the region built entire cities underground where they could take refuge and survive for many months without going outside. The region was included in the list of World Heritage Sites.

  • Mount Nemrut

Known for its statues depicting animals and various Greek and Persian gods, originally 8-9 metres high.

  • Sumela Monastery

Located at the foot of a cliff at an altitude of approximately 1,200 metres, legend has it that two priests founded it after seeing an image of the Virgin Mary. It is one of the wildest places in the country.

  • Ishak Pasha Palace

Partly in ruins, dating from the Ottoman period, it does not fit into traditional Ottoman architecture, but features a mix of styles and was equipped with advanced luxuries for its time such as central heating, running water and a sewage system.

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