A few reasons why to visit Turkey



Antalya: The Turkish Riviera is the most stunning part of Turkey's Mediterranean coast. It is typical of Turkey, a thriving modern city, with
a historic heart in the centre of Kaleici within the old city walls. This area has seen something of a renaissance in recent years, with many
of the wooden Ottoman mansions being restored and turned into boutique hotels. There are plenty of interesting pieces in
the Archaeological Museum, from the Palaeolithic Age right through to Ottoman times.



Antalya has a backdrop of stunning mountain scenery, and the city is set high on cliffs,
with many of its grandest hotels overlooking the sea on the outskirts of the town.
The beach area of Lara, approximately 12 km to the east is home to the best beach
in the area, known for its golden sand, which is rapidly becoming a resort in its own right.
To the west, the long pebble beach of Konyaaltı is also popular. Heading up into
the mountains, you can make the most of the beautiful scenery by visiting the spectacular
Düden or Kurşunlu waterfalls. At Saklıkent, just 50 km away from the city centre,
you can even ski, where they usually have snow on the slopes until early April.

There are many holiday resorts like Alanya, Belek, Kalkan, Kaş, Kekova, Kemer, Olympos, Patara, Side within the borders of Antalya region.


Bodrum: A world renowned holiday and entertainment peninsula, Bodrum is a paradise for
its climate, sea, natural beauty, magnificent coves and history, as well as for its modern
nightlife where the show goes on until sunrise. Its many resorts and hotels cater for every
need of their visitors.
The seaside villages, bays and coves of Bodrum, Gümbet, Bitez, Ortakent, Bağla, Aspat,
Karaincir, Akyarlar, Turgutreis, Gümüşlük, Yalıkavak, Gündoğan, Göltürkbükü, Torba, Güllük,
are world-famous, and each has its own charm and peculiarities. Bodrum Castle, built by
The Knights of St. John, which has become a symbol of the peninsula. At present it hosts
the Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology which was awarded the 'Certificate of
Special Commendation' in the 'European Museum of the Year Award' competition in 1995.
For the history enthusiast, another must see place in Bodrum is the remains of the Mausoleum.
Cesme: Cesme is a charming convergence of healing mineral springs, excellent beaches, crystal clear waters and sun, making it a perfect spot for those on vacation. It is located 94 km west of Izmir, on the very tip of the peninsula that bears its name. It was called as the 'little harbor' by sailors, but in the course of time, the area became known as Cesme (Fountain) due to the increasing number of fountains with ice - cold waters. Visitors can enjoy unspoiled bays, excellent holiday accommodation, restaurants, and sports and entertainment facilities. Thermal baths offer a healthy break from the rigors of modern life.
Excellent shopping is available, with a good selection of carpets, leather goods and souvenirs. At night, a lively atmosphere pervades, especially
in the restaurants, cafes, bars and discos along the promenade.


Alacati: Turkey's Aegean shores are among the most fascinating and beautiful stretches in the country.
The magnificent coastline, lapped by the clear water of the Aegean Sea, with landscapes of cultivated
fields of aniseed, sesame and artichokes dotted with fig and gum trees, will guide you to discover
one of the world's greatest windsurfing destinations in Alaçati bay on the Cesme peninsula. With its
1.8 kms width, over 5 kms depth, crystal clear waters, azure blue skies, consistent and steady winds,
topography and location Alacati is an ideal windsurfing spot in Europe. Both, the very shape of the bay
and the thermal water pressures, create steady and consistent winds blowing side-shore from North
to South (Poyraz) in summer and from South to North (Lodos) in winter months.
First time windsurfers love the place as the waist-deep and sand covered shallow water area extends for 500 meters from shore into the bay
creating perfect conditions for beginners of all ages. Easy recovery from falls adds a new dimension to both teaching and learning to windsurf.