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Taking
A Holiday In Turkey - Culture And History Awaits You! by Mark
Walters
One of the world's most historic
cultural and religious regions is the country of Turkey. Not only is it
a cradle of civilization, it is home to many beautiful landmarks and beaches.
The combination of these factors has caused Turkey's tourism industry to
thrive over the last two decades and it continues to gain momentum. Amidst
all of the history and coastline, there are some incredible cultural tourist
attractions in Turkey.
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One of the best tourist
attractions in Turkey is the Haghia Sophia Church Museum. It began life
as solely a church when construction was finished in the 6th Century. No
other church in the world was larger, and it ironically was converted to
a mosque in 1453. 1936 saw its establishment as a museum, the status it
enjoys today. The Haghia Sophia Church Museum is perfect for tourist activity
because it has seen much history, including the rise and subsequent fall
of the Ottoman Empire. Also maintaining connections to the Ottoman Empire
is Blue Mosque, Sultan Ahmet Camii. It was built in 1616 as the highest
order Imperial Mosque of the entire Empire. 260 windows dot the mosque,
creating a dazzling light show for those who visit.
Turkey also has some interesting
geography, exemplified by the Cappadocia region. Found in central Turkey,
Cappadocia is a plateau brought about when the lava from two erupting volcanoes
converged, cooled, and rose some 3270 feet into the sky. As wind and rain
sculpted the structure, weird fissures and valleys formed, creating a landform
unique to Turkey's boundaries. The world renowned Aegean, Black, and Mediterranean
Seas all border Turkey, making for some of the most exquisite beaches found
on the face of the Earth. Butterfly Valley, Akkum, Alanya, and Olimpos
Cove are just some of these spectacular seashores. |
Because Turkey includes
some of mankind's earliest developments, there are several ancient cities
that tourists simply must see. Ephesus is one such establishment, and it
is one of the best preserved. It has its roots in the 12th Century BC and
was one of the most important centers of religion and trade in the area.
Over 250,000 people were found there during the Roman period, and Ephesus's
Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Odeon
and Celsus Library are two of its most noteworthy locations.
Turkey has some of the best
tourist attractions worldwide. From history to landscape, it is a quite
unique region. It is no mystery as to why Turkey's tourism industry continues
to flourish.
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Kehribar, Marmali, Dalyan (Ref: 22800)
Kehribar Villa is set in
Marmali hamlet, 2 miles from Dalyan Marina and surrounded by liquid amber
trees gives you space and restores the senses blunted by urban living.
Our villa, 2 miles from Dalyan, is tranquilly set within an Area of Outstanding
Natural Beauty, surrounded by citrus, pomegranite and olive groves, and
a short flat cycle ride [or Dolmus or taxi ride] from the lively restaurants
and riverfront of Dalyan itself, few locations could be more relaxing.
Carefully built architecturally designed, within a garden filled with flowers,
Kehribar Villa has large shady lounging terraces on two floors, a traditional
kursk for cool daytime lounging and dining, strung hammocks and a cooling
private pool. Maximum of 6 accommodated. |
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Icmeler
Apartment-1 (Ref: 9357), Marmaris, Turkey
This apartment is located
in a quite part of Içmeler. It is about 10 minutes walking
distance to the centre of town. It has a large living room with an
open plan kitchen, a bathroom and three bedrooms which are air-conditioned.
Mountain view. The swimming pool in the garden is shared by only two apartments.
A car is not essential because of its close location to the town centre.
And also you can get dolmus to the town centre in every 15 minutes from
the area where the apartment is located. Although it is located in a quite
area, the apartment is very close to many supermarkets and restaurants.
The apartment comprises 3 bedrooms in total; 1 double, 2 twin. This gives
room for up to 6 people. Bed linen and towels are provided for your use. |
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Villa
Dalyan (Ref: 4205), Dalyan, Turkey
Villa Dalyan accommodates
up to 16. Air conditioning on all three floors. All transfers
arranged. Villa Dalyan is set in a very exclusive area of Dalyan
villas with private swimming pool and grounds. 10 balconies with
magnificent panoramic views. Only 5 minutes walk to Dalyan shops
and bars. Only 10 minutes walk to the lively center of Dalyan.
Only 20 minute transfer from Dalaman airport in air-conditioned mini buses.
English speaking management service. Dalyan is an area of stunning natural
beauty, an area of sea, river, lakes, mountains and pine forests.
The Dalyan area and Turtle Beach have been declared a conservation area
and is an absolute must for nature lovers. Sleeps max. 16 persons |
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VILLA
SELIM (Ref: 20451), Self catering villa in Gundogan, Bodrum
Villa Selim (Turkish for
"Wonderful Villa") is located in a small exclusive development on the hills
near the village of Gundogan on the Bodrum Peninsula overlooking the intersection
of the Aegean & Mediterranean Seas. This villa has three bedrooms,
fire place, full bathroom upstairs, half bath downstairs, and mosquito
nets on all windows. Villa Selim can comfortably accommodate
up to 6 adults. The villa has terraced gardens, wood-burning fire place,
laundry room with new washing machine, and a fully-equipped kitchen with
new dishwasher, oven, microwave, water boiler, and refrigerator. Pathways
from the villa lead down to the swimming pool, overlooking the Aegean Sea.
Sleeps 7 |
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