Do you want to hit the roads?
Yes?
You’re on the right page.
Turkey is at the top of the line for a great vacation.
According to stats, 28 million people visited Turkey in 2019 for various purposes of entertainment, sports, and travel, etc.
Some people want to travel the off-beaten tracks. Many of them desire to visit ancient historical places. Turkey covers all these specs. It is a unique tourist destination bustling with culture, history, majestic beaches, lofty plateaus, exotic islands, great foods, and much more.
A visit to Turkey promises an enchanted vacation.
If you’re looking for the most beautiful places to visit in Turkey, here’s a list of six enticing places that will please your thirst for adventures.
So, let’s get started.
1. Hagia Sophia
Hagia Sophia is a mosque in Istanbul, Turkey where two continents merged. It was a Greek basilica, then a mosque, and afterward a museum. Again in 2020, it has opened for worship and gained the status of a mosque.
It has wooden minarets, chandeliers, a pulpit, and a mihrab. It is one of the greatest architectural marvels in the world with motifs and mosaics embellished on its roofs and walls.
2. Cappadocia
The city, Cappadocia is a bundle of historic cave dwellings and fairy chimneys that are visible from the sky in a hot-air balloon across the sunrise. The city is perfect for hiking through valleys, horseback riding, visiting forgotten churches, and taking spectacular photos. All and all, the city is a sight to see and one of the places to visit in Turkey other than Istanbul.
3. Ephesus
Ephesus happens to be Europe’s complete classical metropolis. By the first century BC, Ephesus was one of the largest cities in the Roman Empire. One of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the Temple of Artemis, exists in Ephesus. The ruins of Ephesus are well preserved, making it one of the most popular tourist attractions in Turkey.
4. Aegean Coast
Aegean coast is famous for its crystal clear beaches and bays across the Mediterranean sea. It is one of the prettiest places in Turkey. Among its popular beaches and resorts, it’s home to one of the greatest hiking trails.
5. The Black Sea Region
Turkey’s Black Sea Region is famous for its natural beauty and is where a large part of turkey’s famous tea is produced. It accommodates mountain top plateaus, iconic stone bridges, historic churches, lakes, and monasteries. One of the monasteries in the Black Sea Region is Sumela, which is 300 meters in the air. It has ecotourism importance in Turkey as it has cultural and natural assets.
6. Pamukkale
Pamukkale is an ancient Roman natural spa city. It has pure blue basins filled with calcium-rich waters. Its name translates to “cotton castle” and its white pools speak for themselves. The king of Pergamum built an ancient Greek city Hierapolis on top of hot springs. The ruins of the Greek monuments are visible at the sight. Plus it’s open for paragliding. It’s an unreal landscape in Turkey.
Bottom Line
The fuss in life makes us exhausting so, travel is the best way to jump ship from our daily routine. Above mentioned six places are the most captivating to explore. Yet, there are much more places to visit in Turkey with family, and friends.
Let us know in the comment section which one has been your favorite spot?
