Turkey Places: 120 Best Places to Visit in Turkey

Turkey Places: 120 Best Places to Visit in Turkey

Turkey Places: 120 Best Places to Visit in Turkey. Turkey, officially known as the Republic of Turkey, is a landlocked nation situated at the crossroads of Southeast Europe and Western Asia.

Turkey is mainly situated on the western part of the Anatolian peninsula in West Asia, and a small part of Eastern Thrace on the eastern part of the Balkan peninsula in Southeast Europe.

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1. İstanbul

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Istanbul is one of the largest cities in Turkey, located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia, across the straits of the Bosphorus. The Old City reflects the cultural influences of the various empires that once ruled over the city. The open-air Hippodrome, built by the Romans in the 6th century, is still standing in the Sultanahmet neighborhood and has been a place for chariot races for centuries.

Egyptian obelisks can also be seen in the area. The most famous part of the Old City is the famous Byzantine Hagia Sophia, which features a 6th-century domed dome and priceless Christian mosaics. – Turkey Places

2. Hagia Sophia

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The Hagia Sophia Mosque also known as the Hagia Sophia, is a large mosque and one of the most important cultural and historical sites in the city of Istanbul, Turkey. Completed in 537 AD, Hagia Sophia was the last of three church structures built on the same site by the East Roman Empire. – Turkey Places

3. The Blue Mosque

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The Blue Mosque, also known as the Sultan Ahmed Mosque or simply the Blue Mosque, is a historical Ottoman-era imperial mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, that was built from 1609 to 1617 during the reign of Ahmed I. The Blue Mosque is still in operation today. – Turkey Places

4. Topkapi Palace Museum

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Topkapı Palace or Seraglio is a museum and library located in the Fatih area of Istanbul, Turkey. The palace was built between 1460s and 1856 and was the Ottoman Empire’s administrative center. It was also the residence of Ottoman sultans. – Turkey Places

5. Galata Tower

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Galata Tower formerly known as the Galata Genoese Tower is a Genoese-era watchtower located in the Galata section of Istanbul Beyoglu district, Turkey. The tower was built as a guard tower at the top of the walls of Galata. Today, the tower serves as a museum and exhibition space, as well as a symbol of the city of Istanbul. – Turkey Places

6. Basilica Cistern

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Basilica Cistern is the largest of the hundreds of ancient cisterns beneath Istanbul, Turkey. The cistern dates back to the 6th century, during the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I when he built the Hagia Sophia. Today, the cistern is kept with very little water and is open to the public inside the space. – Turkey Places

7. Dolmabahçe Palace

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Located on the European shore of the strait of Bosporus in the historic quarter of Bektahan in Istanbul, Dolmablik Palace was the Ottoman Empire’s main administrative center from 1856 until 1887, and again from 1909 until 1922. – Turkey Places

8. Suleymaniye Mosque

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On the third hill of Istanbul, Turkey, is the Ottoman imperial mosque, also known as the “Suleiman the Magnificent” mosque. The mosque was designed by the Ottoman architect, Mimar Sinan, and was completed in 1557. According to an inscription, the mosque was founded in 1550 and inaugurated in 1557. – Turkey Places

9. Sultanahmet Square

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The Hippodrome of Constantinople was a circus that served as the sports and entertainment hub of Constantinople, the capital of the Byzantine Empire. Today, the Hippodrome is a square in the city of Istanbul, Turkey, and is also referred to as Sultanahmet Square. The Greek word hippodrome means “hippos”, horse, and “dromos”, path or way. – Turkey Places

10. Grand Bazaar

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Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, one of the world’s largest and most ancient covered markets, features 61 covered streets, more than 4,000 stores on 30,700 square meters, and 250,000 to 400,000 people visit it every day. – Turkey Places

11. Rumeli Fortress

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Bekizkesen, also known as Rumelyisarı, is an Ottoman-era fortified town located in the Sarıyer neighborhood of Istanbul, Turkey. It is situated on a succession of hills situated on the European shores of the Bosphorus. The name of the fort also refers to the area around it. – Turkey Places

12. Eyüp Sultan Mosque

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Located in the district of Eyüp, just outside the walls of Istanbul and close to the Golden Horn, the Eyüp Sultan mosque complex includes the mausoleum, which commemorates the place where the Islamic Prophet Muhammad is believed to have been buried: the place where he was laid to rest. The mausoleum also serves as a reminder of the burial site of the renowned standard-bearer, and companion of the Prophet Muhammad. – Turkey Places

13. Beylerbeyi Palace

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Beylerbeyi Palace is situated in the Beylerbeyi neighborhood of the Üsküdar area of Istanbul, Turkey, on the Asian side of the Bosphorus. Built between 1861 and 1865 as an imperial Ottoman summer residence, it is situated just north of the first Bosphorus bridge. – Turkey Places

14. Kariye Mosque

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The Chora church, also known as the Kariye mosque, is a Greek Orthodox church built in the middle of the 19th century. Most of the time, it serves as a mosque, but it is mainly known for its beautiful Late Byzantine mosaic and frescoes. The Chora church is one of the most important examples of Byzantine architecture in Istanbul. – Turkey Places

15. Gülhane Park

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Gülhana Park is a historic urban park located in Eminönü district, Istanbul, Turkey. It is located near and on the premises of Topkapı Palace. The southern entrance of the park features one of the biggest gates of the Palace. Gülhane Park is the oldest and largest public park in Istanbul. – Turkey Places

16. Egyptian Bazaar

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The Spice Bazaar is a covered shopping complex located in Istanbul, Turkey. It is one of the biggest bazaars in Istanbul. The Spice Bazaar is the second largest covered shopping complex in Istanbul after the famous Grand Bazaar. It is located in Eminönü quarter, Fatih district. – Turkey Places

17. Cappadocia

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In this semi-arid area of central Turkey, Cappadocia is renowned for its “fairy” chimneys, which are high cone-shaped rock outcrops located in Monks Valley, Göreme, and other places. Other notable sites include the Bronze Age homes that were carved into the valley walls by cave dwellers known as troglodytes, whom early Christians later used as refugees. The 100m deep Ihlara Canyon is home to many rock-face churches. – Turkey Places

18. Derinkuyu Underground City

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An ancient, multi-level underground city, located near the present-day town of Derinkuyu, in the province of nevşehir, Turkey, at a depth of about 85 meters. The city was large enough to shelter up to 20,000 inhabitants, along with their cattle and food supplies. – Turkey Places

19. Uchisar Castle

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Uğurciya is a town and a belle in the municipality of Nevshehir, in the province of Neveşehir with a population of 3,555. Uğurciy is located 7 km east of Nevekere, 12 km west of Uhrgüp, and 10 km south of Avanos, on the outskirts of the national park of Göreme. Ughurciy is an old village located at the base of the large rock cone, with a new one close to the road leading from Nevekere town to the national park.

Like the majority of the region, Uğurciya is mainly dependent on tourism. Many of the old stone houses have been converted into boutique hotels, thanks to the efforts of French immigrants and Turks who have returned from France. – Turkey Places

20. Pigeon Valley

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Pigeon Valley Cappadocia lies between Goreme town and Uchisar town. The valley flows from one town to the next. We stayed in Uchisar as it was close to our Wings Cappadocia hotel and the Uchisar castle.

Uchisar town is the entrance to Pigeon Valley. You can walk to the entrance of Pigeon Valley or you can choose to do a day trek to the full 6 km of the valley.

In the evening we hired a driver to visit all the popular valleys including Rose Valley and Love Valley. You can also hire a scooter or ATV to explore the area. – Turkey Places

21. Kayseri Castle

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The castle dates back to ancient times and was first mentioned on a coin during the reign of Gordian III from 238 to 244 AD. Over the centuries, the castle was expanded by the Romans, the Danishmends, the Seljuq, the Dulqadir, the Karamanids, the Ottomans, and finally the Ottomans. – Turkey Places

22. Kizilcukur Valley

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This is called the Lost Valley and I left early in the morning with Ahmed, my guide, and four Dutch tourists staying in the town of Göreme. We started our walk in the town of Cavusin, where we walked through fields of vines, apples, and olives. The ground seemed smooth, and nothing disturbed our view of the sky. After a while, the earth started to crack, and then we saw an endless valley. We thought we were leaving the world behind as we passed between amazing sandstone formations. There were small towns along the way, and families working on their crops. The journey took about 5 hours, and we were never tired.

I was mesmerized by the landscape. It’s hard to describe it, but I’d say it’s a big moonscape of red and black, but nothing but the same monotony. The color of the formation and mountains changes and the shape of the rocks also changes, and it gets steeper as you go through a passage into a cave. – Turkey Places

23. Kapuzbaşı Selalesi Kayseri

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Kapuzbakın Waterfalls is a spring waterfall located within the boundaries of the village of Kapuzbakılı, in the district of Yayyalı. It is one of the highest waterfalls in Turkey and is the second-highest waterfall in the world. It is about 55 km from the villages of Kayseriyalı, in the province of Adana, and about 145 km from the provincial capital, Kayseri

The spring waterfalls are fed by the river that originates from the Aksu valley and flows from there to the waterfalls, where it joins with the river of the same name, and a bit further on, forms the river that forms the river of Seyhan.

The largest tributaries to the waterfalls are the River Göksu, and the other is river Zamantı. The river Göksu merges into the waterfalls of the Kapuzbakir Waterfalls. The river Hacer Forest covers an area of 18 thousand hectares and is located on the borders of the Aladağler National Park. – Turkey Places

24. Sultanhanı Caravanserai

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Sultan Han is a 13th-century Seljuk-style caravannery in the Sultanhanı district of the Aksaray province, Turkey. Sultan Han is one of three monumental caravannery sites in Sultanhanı, which is situated about 40 km west of Aksaray, on the road to the province of Konya. – Turkey Places

25. Göreme Open Air Museum

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Goreme Open-Air Museum is located in the center of the town of Goreme, the most visited town in the region. The walking distance from the town center to the museum is about 15 minutes and it is a bit uphill. Many taxis can drop you off at the museum for a few dollars because it is such a short journey. Near the museum is the entrance to the Zemi Valley hike and Meskendir hiking trail. – Turkey Places

26. Ercİyes Ski Resort

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Erciyes ski resort is a ski resort located in Turkey, close to the town of Kayseri, on Mount Erciyes. Mount Erciyes is the highest mountain in the Central Anatolia region. The Erciyes ski center is situated on the north to the east side of Mount Erciyes with the same name. – Turkey Places

27. Devrent Valley

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The lesser-known Devrent Valley, also called Imagination Valley, or Pink Valley because of its unique color, is one of the best places to visit. Devrent Valley does not have cave temples like the others in the region. Instead, you will have the opportunity to see an amazing moonlit landscape with fairy-tale chimneys that look like they belong in a different world. – Turkey Places

28. Zelve Open Air Museum

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The monastery of Zelve dates back to the pre-conquest period of the 12th century. It was carved into the rock. The monastery is located in Zelve, near the town of Avanos in the province of Zelve, Turkey, as part of the Zelve open-air museum, which is situated between the towns of Zelve and Avanos. – Turkey Places

29. Goreme Historical National Park

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Goreme Historical National Park is a National Park located in the central part of Turkey. It covers an area of almost 100 km². The park is situated in the Nevshehir Province of Turkey. In 1985, the park was declared a World Heritage Site by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization under the title of “Goreme National Park and the Rock Sites of Cappadocia”. – Turkey Places

30. Ihlara Valley

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The Ihlara valley is a 15 km deep canyon in the southwest of Turkey in the province of Aksaray. The canyon is located in the municipality of güzelyurt and is up to 150 m below sea level. There are about 50 rock-cut churches in the valley. – Turkey Places

31. Kaymakli Underground City

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The underground city of Kaymakli is located in the citadel area of the town of Kaymakli, in the central Anatolian region of Turkey. The village was first opened to the public in 1964 and is located approximately 19 km from the town of nevşehir on the road between Nevshehir and Niğde. – Turkey Places

32. Love Valley

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Love Valley is an unincorporated community located in the county of Iredell in the U.S. state of North Carolina. Love Valley borders Alexander County on the west. The 2010 census reported a population of 90, and the 2020 census reported an estimated population of 154. – Turkey Places

33. Antalya

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Antalya is a resort city in Turkey, with a yacht-rich Old Harbor and picturesque beaches lined with luxury hotels. It is a gateway to Turkey’s southern Mediterranean region. Antalya is best known for its turquoise waters and has a rich history. It was once a major Roman port, and some of the city’s remains date back to the time of the Roman Emperor Justinian I, who visited the city in 130 AD.

The Old Harbor is still lined with yachts, and the city features Hadrian’s Gate, built in honor of Justinian I’s visit in 130 AD, as well as the 2nd-century tower of Hidirlik, which overlooks the harbor. – Turkey Places

34. Duden Waterfalls

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Düden Falls are a series of waterfalls located in Antalya province, Turkey. Düden waterfalls are formed by the water of the recycling station. Düden Falls is located 12 km northeast of Antalya. The Düden Falls end where the water of the lower Düden Falls falls off a rock cliff directly to the Mediterranean Sea. – Turkey Places

35. Konyaaltı Plajları

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One of the two major beaches in Antalya. The beach is situated in the western part of the city. The length of the beach is 13 km. The main part of the beach is made up of pebbles but there is also some sand on the beach. The water here is very clear. – Turkey Places

36. Antalya Archeology Museum

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Antalya Museum, also known as Antalya Archaeological Museum, is one of the largest museums in Turkey. It is situated in the city of Antalya, in the district of Konyaalı. The museum consists of 13 exhibition halls, as well as an open-air gallery. Spanning 7,000 square meters, the museum houses 5000 pieces of art. – Turkey Places

37. Hadrian’s Gate

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The Hadrian’s Gate, also known as the “Three Gates” or “The Three Gates” in Turkish, is a commemorative gate located in the town of Antalya in Turkey. It was built in honor of the Roman Emperor Hadrian who visited the town in 130 CE. The gate was later incorporated into the walls surrounding the town and the port and remains the only entrance gate to the town today. – Turkey Places

38. TerraCity

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TerraCity, Antalya’s premier shopping center, has been a game-changer for the city, bringing in a wide range of national, international, and world-renowned brands for the very first time. This has added a new level of excitement to the shopping experience, making TerraCity the most exciting living center in Antalya, boasting 180 stores and eateries.

TerraCity provides a unique concept for entertainment and shopping, with its state-of-the-art architecture, lively entertainment areas, renowned brands, and a dining and drinking area that can accommodate up to 1000 people. – Turkey Places

39. Old City Marina

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The first harbor of Antalya was located here at the Old City Marina. It is still a lively marina today, with fishing boats as well as yachts anchored here. You will be able to see the owners of the fishing boats bringing in their catch for everyone to enjoy, and some of these yachts are quite luxurious.

Cafes at the Old City Marina offer Turkish coffee and tea, and you can also buy fish directly from the fishing boat, ready to eat. The restaurants serving fresh seafood also serve traditional Turkish cuisine, which you will not want to miss. – Turkey Places

40. Karaalioglu Park

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The main attraction of the park is the mayor’s office, the Municipal city theater, and an old fortress called Hidallık Tower, which overlooks the Roman harbor and the cliffs, as well as the broad blue sea of the Antalya Gulf. The Urban History Museum is planned to be built in the park in the mid-2000s.

Karaaliyolu Park is the largest park in the Antalya region of Turkey. The park is located south of the city center in the town of Karaaliyolu. It can be easily reached by walking or by taking the tram to the park. – Turkey Places

41. Antalya Aquarium

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One of the world’s largest aquarium complexes, Antalya Aquarium, is the perfect place for a fun-filled day of sightseeing and education. Here, you’ll be able to observe 250 types of fish in 40 different thematic aquariums, before reaching the longest tunnel aquarium at 430 feet in the world. You can also visit Ocean Ride XD Cinema, where you’ll embark on a ship across the sea using interactive movie technology.

If you’re looking for a unique experience, you’re in the right place. Local tour companies offer joint tickets to Düden Falls and tours of Antalya city. – Turkey Places

42. Perge Ancient City

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Perga, also known as Perge or Perge, was a Lycian city in what is now Pamphylia on the southwest Mediterranean coast of Turkey, and its ruins are located 15 kilometers east of the city of Antalya. Perga was the capital of Roman province Pamphylia secunda. – Turkey Places

43. Yivliminare Mosque

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Minaret Mosque of Antalya is one of the oldest mosques in Turkey. It was built by the Seljuk sultan of Anatolia, Kay Qubadin I. The minaret of Antalya’s Yivli Mosque is a part of a larger külliyu, which includes the giyaseddin küllüsrev medrese, seljuk and dervish lodge and vaults of zincirkıran vaults and Nigar hatun vaults. – Turkey Places

44. Antalya Saat Kulesi

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Antalya’s historical clock tower is situated in the center of the city in the town of Kale. The tower was constructed in 1901 by the Grand Vizier of Turkey, Qutb al-Din al-Abdulhamit. According to some sources, it is unclear who built the clock tower and when.

The clock tower is a square structure with one row of moldings at the base and three rows on top. The tower gives a different view of the city center and the dial and clocks have been restored. Only the bell is left in its original condition. – Turkey Places

45. Hidirlik Tower

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The tower of Tawny Stone is located at the south side of Antalya where the city’s land walls meet the sea’s walls. It was built by the Roman Empire in the 2nd century CE and converted into a circular tower in the same century. During the Ottoman and Seljuk periods, it served as a military base.

It has since served as a fort or a lighthouse. The tower rises to a height of 14 meters and is composed of a square-shaped tower that rises on a four-pointed pedestal. At the east end of the tower, there is a small room with a narrow staircase leading up. The upper part of the tower shows signs of restoration. – Turkey Places

46. Fethiye

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Fethiye, a port city and district on Turkey’s southwest Turquoise Coast, is renowned for its natural harbor and blue waters, as well as its numerous rock tombs, including the 4th century BC Tomb of Amntas, carved into a bluff on the city’s outskirts.

Near-shore islets are popular for day excursions by boat. At the same time, in the south, the beach in the town of Oslüdeniz is protected by a lagoon and Butterfly Valley is one of Turkey’s designated nature reserves. – Turkey Places

47. Çalış Beach

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The beach at Calis Beach is four kilometers long, with dark, shingle-covered sand. The main attractions in the watersports area are windsurfers and kitesurfers, while kids can play at Aqua City, a five-minute walk from the beach. Another 20-minute stroll away is the secluded Kalis Koca. – Turkey Places

48. Amyntas Rock Tombs

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Amyntas Tomb is a Lycian stone-walled burial site located at the ancient city of Telmessos in the province of Lycia which at the time of the founding of the Tomb was a satrapiate of the Achendian Empire. Today, it is located in the Fethiye district of Muğla province, Aegean Region, Turkey. – Turkey Places

49. Saklikent National Park

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Established on 6 June 1996, Saklıkenta National Park is one of Turkey’s national parks located in the southwest part of the country. The park is also known as a canyon.

The park is located in the province of Muğla, about 50 km from the town of Fethiye, and the canyon is about 65 km away from the town of Kaş, in the province of Antalya. – Turkey Places

50. Fethiye Kordon

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Kordon Apartment is located in the Fethiye area, 15 mi from Butterfly Valley, and 31 mi from Saklikent National Park, overlooking the sea and the city. Free Wifi is available. The property is 7 7-minute walk from the Marina of Fethiye and 0.6 mi from the city center.

The units in the apartment complex include air conditioning, a seating area, flat-screen TV, satellite channels, a kitchen, a dining area, a private bathroom with a bathrobe, a walk-in shower, and slippers. Rooms include a kettle and some units have a balcony. Each unit in the apartment complex is equipped with bed linen and towels.

Popular attractions near the apartment are Ece Saray marina, Telmessos rock tombs, and Ancient rock tombs. The closest airport is Dalaman Airport, 35 miles from the apartment. – Turkey Places

51. Old town

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It is a charming old town with many small shops selling fine clothing, gifts, and handmade goods. There are many places to eat and drink. I stayed at the Duck Pond restaurant, which was very pleasant and relaxed. Yes, there is a duck pond in the town. Much better than the tourist shops. – Turkey Places

52. Calis Beach Bird Sanctuary

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Chalish Beach Bird Sanctuary hosts a variety of native and migratory birds, many of which arrive here to breed during the winter months. Visitors and locals alike flock to the sanctuary at sundown to witness flocks of large birds arriving from the outback and arriving in one of Australia’s most picturesque settings, where you can feed the birds and take the best memorial photos. – Turkey Places

53. Butterfly Valley

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Butterfly Valley is a valley situated at the base of Babadağ mountain which is nominated for preservation as a world heritage. The butterfly valley is located in the district of Fethiye in Muğla Province on the Mediterranean coast. There is a wide strip of sand beach at the bay of the Turkish Riviera. – Turkey Places

54. Ölüdeniz

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A resort village on Turkey’s southwest coast, it is best known for its blue lagoon, the beautiful Tabiat parkı, and the broad, white, and long-winded Belcekimiz Beach. Beyond the beach, the view is spectacular, with the mountains of Babadağ mountains in the background, from which the famous paraglider Babadağ takes to the sky.

The long-distance, marked footpath, the Lycian way, begins in the village and leads to the sea, while Butterfly Valley, to the south, is a natural reserve with a private bay. – Turkey Places

55. Paspatur Bazaar

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Known as the “Old City” or “Old Bazaar” due to its ancient history, it is one of the tourist destinations visited by thousands of tourists each year. It is also one of the easiest places to travel to, as it can be easily reached by public transportation, as it is situated between Fethiye Marina and Fethiyye Street.

The bazaar is made up of five streets and consists mainly of carpet shops, leather shops, jewelry shops, bars, souvenir shops, etc. Apart from these, you can also see bank branches all over the place. The first thing that strikes you when you enter the bazaar is the authentic houses, which have wooden bay windows, and the name has a bit of a legend attached to it.

The name “Paspatur” means “water of Paspatur”, and the bazaar was named after the water that it contains, so those who drink this water will come back to Fethiyye at least one more time or never leave the holiday resort. – Turkey Places

56. Tlos Ruins

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Tlos was a Lycian city located close to modern-day Seydikemer, Mugla Province, southern Turkey, about 4 kilometers northwest of Saklıcent Gorge. This was one of the largest and oldest cities of Lycia. – Turkey Places

57. Lycian Way

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Located in the southwest of Turkey along part of the coastline of the ancient city of Lycia, the Lycian Way is a designated long-distance walking route. The route covers a distance of approximately 520 km, starting from the town of hisarönü near the town of Fethiye and ending at the town of ağağı Karam in the province of Konyaalı, approximately 20 km from the city of Antalya. – Turkey Places

58. Marmaris

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Marmaris is a Mediterranean seaside resort town on the Turkish Riviera. It features a busy, sandy beach and a long promenade along the shoreline. The town is well-known for its nightlife, which is typified by Bar Street, a street lined with open-air nightclubs and live music venues.

Marmaris is situated in a valley surrounded by pine-forested hills and crystal-clear waters that are ideal for sailing and diving. – Turkey Places

59. Marmaris Public Beach

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Marmaris public beach is another well-known beach in the Marmaris resort town in Turkey. Also known as Marmaris Town Beach or Marmaris City Beach, this beach is conveniently located near the town center and can be easily accessed by locals and tourists alike. – Turkey Places

60. Dalyan

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Located on the banks of the Dalyan River just inland from Turkey’s southwest coast, the town of Dalyan is connected by riverboats to the south, where the protected nesting grounds of the endangered loggerhead turtle can be found.

On the other side of the river from the town lies the ruined town of Kaunos with Lycian stone tombs and the ruins of a theater. Sultaniye is a thermal mud baths village to the northwest on the shores of the lake Köycekgiz. – Turkey Places

61. Kaunos

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Kaunos was a city in ancient Caria and Anatolia. It was located a few kilometers west of the modern-day town of Dalyan in Muğla Province. The border between the two regions was the Calbys River. Originally, Kaunos was an independent state; later, it became part of Caria, and later still, of Lycia. – Turkey Places

62. Rhodes

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Rhodes is the largest of the Dodecanese islands in Greece. It is renowned for its beaches, ancient ruins, and the remains of its occupation during the time of the Knights of Saint John during the Crusades.

The city of Rhodes is home to the Old Town, which includes the medieval street of the Knights, as well as the castle-style Palace of the Great Masters. The Palace was captured by the Ottoman Turks and later occupied by the Italians. It is now a museum of history. – Turkey Places

63. Turkish Night Marmaris

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If you leave Marmaris without experiencing the lively nightlife, you’re missing out on a real treat! Live performances are an essential part of most Turkish nights. At Marmaris’ Turkish Night Show, you’ll see artists playing music and dancing, and you’ll also see people enjoying the evening’s festivities with great joy.

Turkey’s belly dancers and traditional musicians and dancers from the provinces of Anatolia add color and energy to our show. You’ll also be able to enjoy the entertainment as it’s served with Turkish cuisine and unlimited non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks during our show. – Turkey Places

64. Sedir Island

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Sedir Island is a small Aegean island located in Ula, Muğla province, southeast Aegean Sea, Ula, Turkey. Sedir Island is renowned for its seashell beach. Sedir Island is said to have been brought from the Red Sea by ships specially for the use of Cleopatra. Contemporary research backs up this legend. Each grain of sand on this island is a perfect ball of sand. Because of this, the beach is highly protected by the Turkish government to prevent the removal of sand from the island.

According to legend, Antikas is where Cleopatra used to swim. The sands were brought from North Africa and were said to be the only type of sand found in Egypt. – Turkey Places

65. Dancing Fountain

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The Dancing Marmaris Fountains, also known as the Dancing Marmaris Water Fountains, are a beautiful and colorful water show located in the center of Marmaris, close to the main square.

The fountains shoot up in different patterns and heights to the beat of the music. They are illuminated with different colors and are synchronized to the music, making it a beautiful and well-choreographed show of water and light. The water is often accompanied by different colors and sometimes with laser lights for visual effects.

It is a great evening attraction in Marmaris, and many people come to the square to see the nightly performances that usually take place during the summer months. The music, the light, and the water all add up to an entertaining show that everyone can enjoy. – Turkey Places

66. Marmaris Halk Plajı

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Muğla’s Marmaris district is one of the most popular holiday centers in Turkey, attracting tens of thousands of foreign and local tourists every year due to its natural beauty, historic buildings, and special bays.

Marmaris is about 60 kilometers south of the city center. It is possible to travel to the Marmaris region by private car or by taking one of the Marmaris minibusses that leave every hour from the Muğla bus terminal.

The Marmaris area is surrounded by green forests and there are many beaches in the area. Some of the most popular beaches in the Marmaris area are: – Turkey Places

67. Marmaris National Park

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Marmaris National Park is a national park located on the southwest coast of Turkey. It is situated in the Marmaris district, Muğla Province. The park was declared on 30 January 1996. – Turkey Places

68. Atlantis Water Park

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The largest water park in the Marmaris area, Atlantis Water Park offers a full day of entertainment for the whole family. The water park offers a variety of fun-filled activities for kids and adults of all ages.

There are numerous water slides, a kid’s pool, a wave pool, a mini golf area, a soft play area, a restaurant, a bar, and entertainment. Located on the seafront, Atlantis Water Park has a private beach with a free sunbed and an umbrella. – Turkey Places

69. Marmaris Castle and Archeology Museum

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Marmaris Castle, also known as Marmaris Fort, is situated in the Marmaris district of Istanbul, Turkey. The fort was rebuilt by Suleiman of Aragon during his campaign against Rhodes, making it one of the few Turkish castles to have a museum attached to it. – Turkey Places

70. Bosphorus

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Bosphorus Strait, also known as the Bosphorus or the Bosphorus, is a strait and international waterway situated in Istanbul, Turkey’s northwestern region. The strait links the Black Sea and Marmara and forms part of Asia’s continental divide between Europe and Asia. The strait divides Turkey into the provinces of Anatolia and Thrace. – Turkey Places

71. Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge

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Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge also called the 3rd Bosphorus Bridge, is a motorway bridge over the strait of Bosphorus. It is situated north of the older suspension bridges in Istanbul

The bridge is situated near the Black Sea entrance from the straits of Bosphorus, between the European side and the Asian side of the strait. The foundation stone of the bridge was laid on May 29, 2013. The bridge was opened on August 26, 2016. – Turkey Places

72. Yoros Castle

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Yoros Castle, also known as Genoese Castle, is a ruined medieval castle that dates back to the time of the Byzantine Empire. The castle is situated on the northern side of Joshua’s Hill, above the intersection of Bosphorus with the Black Sea, in Istanbul’s Beykoz neighborhood. The castle dates back to the middle of the 15th century when Genoa took possession of it. – Turkey Places

73. Ciragan Palace Kempinski

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A former Ottoman palace, the five-star hotel is now part of the five-star chain of Kempinski Hotels. It is situated on the European bank of the river Bosporus in Istanbul, Turkey, between Bosphorus and Bosphorus.

The price of the Sultan’s Suite is US$35, 419.68 per night. In 2012, CNN Go ranked the Sultan’s Suite number 14 on its list of World’s 15 Most Expensive Hotel Suites. – Turkey Places

74. Sabancı University Sakıp Sabancı Museum

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The Museum of Fine Arts, Sabancı is a private art museum located in the city of Istanbul, Turkey. The museum is dedicated to the calligraphic arts, religious as well as state documents, and paintings from the Ottoman period. The museum is owned and operated by the Sakıp Sabancı family. The museum opened its doors in June 2002. – Turkey Places

75. Ankara

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The cosmopolitan capital of Turkey, Ankara is located in the central Anatolian region of Turkey. It is a center of the performing arts and is home to the state opera and ballet, the presidential symphony orchestra, and several national theaters. The city’s main landmark is the huge hilltop Mausoleum built by Kemal Ataturk, the first president of Turkey, in 1923. – Turkey Places

76. Theatre and Opera Exercise Scene

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The Ankara Opera House is the biggest of the three opera and ballet theaters in the capital city of Ankara, Turkey. The other two theaters are Leyla Gerenc Sahnesi and Operett Sahnesi. The Ankara Opera House, which is the official home of the TSO, is one of the largest venues in the city. – Turkey Places

77. Gençlik Parkı

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The park was built on a 28-hectare plot of land in Ulus, Altındag district, which had been covered by swamps during the early Republic. In the area where the park was built, there was a football field called “Crescent- Star”.

Work on the park began in 1936 and was expected to be finished within two years. An allocation of 600,000 Turkish Liras was used to build the park. Some of the 12,000 non-Muslims who had been evicted from their homes were employed to build the park, and it was inaugurated on May 19th, 1943. – Turkey Places

78. Kuğulu Park

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Swan Park, also known as Kuğulu Park, is a public park located in the Tunalı district of Ankara in Turkey. It covers an area of 1,500 m2 or 2.5 acres. The park’s main attraction is its swans, a symbol of Ankara. However, the park also hosts ducks, geese, and other waterfowl.

In 2012, the park’s pond was renovated. In June 2013, the park’s 35 waterfowl were temporarily evacuated to prevent them from being exposed to tear gas during the 2013 protests in Turkey. Kuğulu Park was one of the main meeting points for protestors and saw the emergence of Taksim Gezi park-style campsites. – Turkey Places

79. Cermodern

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A fine Contemporary Art and Photography museum. There are two galleries with various exhibitions throughout the year. There is a large restaurant, a slightly expensive museum shop, and a large car park. – Turkey Places

80. Ataturk Statue

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atatürk monument is a statue in the town of Ataturk, Turkey, commemorating the heroes of Turkey’s War of Independence. The statue is of an equestrian riding a horse and was commissioned by the municipality of Ataturk and the governorship of Ataturk in 1929.

The statue was created by the Italian sculptor Pietro Canonica, who had previously created another Ataturk statue in the city of Istanbul in the year 1928. The statue’s base was designed by the architect and Turkish sculptor Asım Kemalürcü. The statue was unveiled on July 27, 1932. – Turkey Places

81. Museum of the War of Independence

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War of Independence Museum is located in the historical building of the first Turkish National Assembly in Ulus, Ankara, Turkey. War of Independence photos documents and furniture are on display. – Turkey Places

82. Ankara Castle

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Ankara Castle is a historical fortification located in Ankara, Turkey. It was built in the 7th or 8th century BCE. The first Phrygian fortification was built in the 8th century BCE and was rebuilt in the 7th century BC. The Galatians rebuilt the fort in 278 BC. – Turkey Places

83. Rahmi M. Koc Museum Ankara

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The Erzincan Technology Museum is located in Erzincanin the historical inn of Erzincan. According to the main gate’s inscription, Erzincan Inn was constructed in 1523 under the rule of Ottoman sultan Suleyman l.

The inn was later used as a mohair warehouse, which was one of the specialties of Ankara during the Republican era. In 2003 Erzincan Inn was rented by industrialist Rahmi M. Koç for use as a museum, and after a restoration period opened in 2005. – Turkey Places

84. Museum of Anatolian Civilizations

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The Museum of Anatolian Civilizations is situated on the southern side of Ankara Castle in the atpazarı district of Ankara, Turkey, and is made up of the former Ottoman bazaar building Mahmut paşa and the Kurshunlu Han. – Turkey Places

85. Kocatepe Mosque

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The largest mosque in the capital of Turkey, the Kocatepe Mosque, was constructed between 1967 and 1987 on the streets of Kocatepe, a quarter of the capital city of Ankara. Due to its size and position, the mosque can be seen from nearly everywhere in central Ankara. – Turkey Places

86. Anıtkabir

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The main building in the complex, which was designed by Emin Onat & Orhan Arda in 1944 and completed in 1953, is the Mustafa Kemal ATATürk mausoleum. The complex is situated in the Çankaya neighborhood of Ankara. – Turkey Places

87. Haci Bayram Mosque

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Located in the historical quarter of old Ankara, along with the well-known Kocatepe mosque, one of the most well-known mosques in the city. Built during the Ottoman era, the mosque is named after the Sufi Poet Hacıbayram-i Veli, on behalf of him. – Turkey Places

88. Ulucanlar Prison Museum

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Ulucanlar Prison Museum is a prison museum located in Altındağ, Ankara, Turkey. The museum was restored and opened in 2011. The museum is the first prison museum in Turkey. The museum is located in the former state prison of Altındağ. – Turkey Places

89. İzmir

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Istanbul is a city located on the shores of the Aegean Sea in Turkey. In ancient times, the city was called Smyrna. It was founded by the Greeks, conquered by the Romans, and rebuilt by the Roman emperor Alexander the Great.

The city became part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century, and today it is one of the largest archaeological sites in Turkey. The city’s main attraction is the open-air Roman Agora which is now a museum. On the hilltop overlooking the city is the Velvet Castle, which was built during Alexander’s reign. – Turkey Places

90. İzmir Historical Elevator Building

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The historical elevator was constructed in 1907 by a Jewish merchant, Nesim Levi, to overcome the topographical barrier between the sea-level districts of Mithatpasa Street and Halil Rifat Pasa Street.

In the early 1900s, people in the area had to choose between walking a long distance or climbing 155 stairs to get to their destination. The public street lift tower, which was originally powered by water and consisted of two lift cabin lifts, was not only an innovative way to move people up and down, but it also contributed to the development of the city. – Turkey Places

91. İzmir Clock Tower

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The Clock Tower in Istanbul, Turkey. The clock tower in Istanbul, Turkey, is the city’s main landmark. It is located in the Konak Square of the Konak district in the city of Istanbul, Turkey. – Turkey Places

92. Kızlarağası Inn

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According to the building inscription, the inn was constructed in 1744 under the direction of Hacı beşir ağa. As a result, it is among the oldest buildings in Kemeralatı. The ground floor of the inn was used for shops, while the upper floor served as accommodation. Between 1988 and 1992, the whole building was restored from the foundation, except the north wing of the inn.

Today, the inn serves as a tourist bazaar, offering a wide range of handicrafts, carpets, and leather garments, as well as souvenirs. You can also enjoy the mystical atmosphere of the inn by relaxing on the ground floor. – Turkey Places

93. Smyrna Agora Ancient City

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Smyrna Agora, also known as Agora of Izmir, is a Roman agora in Smyrna, Turkey. It was constructed by the Greeks in the 4th century BC. The agora was destroyed by an earthquake in the year 178 AD. The Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius commissioned the reconstruction of the agora. The excavations began in 1933. – Turkey Places

94. Konak Square

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Konak Square is one of the busiest squares in the city center of Istanbul, Turkey. It is situated at the south end of Ataturk Avenue in the district of Konak, which is the capital of the city of Istanbul. The name of the square is derived from the Vali konağı from the province of Konya, which is situated here. – Turkey Places

95. Hisar Mosque

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Hisar Mosque is a historic mosque in the town of Hisar, Turkey. According to historical records, the mosque was built by the Ottoman governor Aydin Bey from 1592 to 1598. – Turkey Places

96. Izmir Archaeological and Ethnography Museum

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The Izmir Archaeological Museum is an archaeological museum located in the city of Izmir, Turkey. The museum houses a large collection of artifacts from the ancient Gulf of Izmir region. The majority of the artifacts, including busts, sculptures, figurines, tools, and utensils, date back to the Bronze Age or the Greek and Roman eras. – Turkey Places

97. Alsancak

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Alsancak Railway Station is one of the main railway terminals in the city of İzmir. It is the second oldest railway station in Turkey and was built in 1858. Alsancak Station is the main point of departure for the trains of the Turkish National Railways and the terminus of both lines. – Turkey Places

98. KEY Museum

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Key Museum is Turkey’s largest automobile museum, located in the heart of the city of Torbalı, Izmir. Founded in 2015, the museum houses an extensive collection of classic cars and motorcycles, as well as automotive artifacts. It features more than 165 modern and classic British, American, and German cars dating back to the 1930s to 1960s.

Key Museum has a large indoor space with an impressive historical collection. Various beautiful cars are on display, including various models of Ferraris, Porsches, and Rolls-Royces dating back to 1957. Motorbikes are also on display, featuring models from various years, such as the first-ever motorcycle model to have an internal combustion motor.

In addition to the museum’s impressive collection, the museum also houses Murat Ozgörkey’s private collection, which consists of approximately 400 chess sets covering various themes. Inside the property is Shell’s Gas Station, a small cafe, and the museum shop. – Turkey Places

99. Arkas Art Center

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An art museum in the city of İzmir, Turkey. The museum, which was inaugurated in November 2011, houses the Arkas Collection, which was created by the President of Arkas Holding, Lucien ARKAS.

The museum, named after the town where it was founded, is named after the town in which it was first established. The museum, also known as the “Sanat Merkezi” or “Arkas Sanat” in Turkish, houses the “Arkas Collection” created by ARKAS Holding, the President of the company. – Turkey Places

100. Bodrum

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Bodrum is a city located on the peninsula of Bodrum, extending from the coast of Turkey’s southwest to the Sea of Aegean. The city has twin bays that overlook Bodrum Castle, a medieval fortified town built partly on the remains of the Mausoleum of the ancient world.

The Mausoleum was one of the seven wonders of the world, finished in the fourth century BC. The city also serves as a gateway to nearby coastal towns and resorts. – Turkey Places

101. Yalıkavak Marina

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A private beach is located in the hotel, and spa facilities are available. Concierge services are available, and WiFi is available in all areas at no extra cost.

Each villa at Yalicavak Marina Hotel by social living collection is elegantly decorated and comes with a hypoallergenic bed, a flat-screen TV, and satellite channels. A minibar is available in each unit, and complimentary coffee and tea-making facilities are available. A laptop is provided in a safe box, and an ironing iron is provided. – Turkey Places

102. Gümbet Beach

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The beach was dirty. Some areas are okay as they are taken care of by a hotel or bar near the beach. Prices on the beach are very high compared to bars and restaurants in the past. Beer prices range from 60 to 150 Lira. Cocktail prices range from 100 to 220 Lira.

The alcohol used in some cases is very weak. Be cautious. Food is the same. Don’t go to restaurants that serve food from many regions. Some rubbish. We’ve been visiting Turkey and especially Gumbet for over two decades and this year is the worst I’ve seen. – Turkey Places

103. Baldacci bay

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Bardakçı Bay, also known as Cupcici Bay, is a small bay located 750 meters away from Bodrum center and about 10-15 minutes away from Gumbet. Before reaching the famous Bodrum mills, it is approximately 10-15 minutes to the left to reach the small bay. There are no public beaches in this small bay, as it has been taken over by hotels of all sizes. However, you can swim here with the use of sun loungers or umbrellas provided by the hotels for a daily fee, and you can even have lunch in the restaurants of the hotels.

If you are looking to sit back, relax, and enjoy the sun, let us inform you that this is not the place for you, as it is a bit noisy due to the proximity of Gumbet, the center of the nightlife in Bodrum, and because of the small coastline. – Turkey Places

104. Yahşi Beach

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Yahci Beach is one of Bodrum’s most important and biggest beaches. It stretches over a vast expanse of fine golden sand scattered like grains of gold. The waters are turquoise and stagnant, with calm waves. Yahci Beach offers its visitors a variety of unique facilities. Here, you will find restaurants, cafes, and commercial kiosks. You can play all kinds of sports, from running to surfing, or even sit and relax. – Turkey Places

105. Milta Bodrum Marina

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Located at the heart of the city of Bodrum, Milta is Aegean’s and Mediterranean’s most prestigious marina. Our marina is on the TOP 10 marinas list that has been chosen as one of the Best Marinas in Europe.

We are not only providing quality service for our customers but also for our employees. We organize Turkey’s most important sailing races in Turkey for 12 months. We contribute to Bodrum’s economy. Milta has Turkey’s first and only marine rescue services that operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week at sea and on land. – Turkey Places

106. Myndos Gate

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Myndos Gate is a fortification ditch that rises near Gumbet cemetery today. It was dug in the 4th century B.C. The length is 56 m, the depth is 2.5 m and the width is 7.5 m. The ditch surrounds the south tower from the west and was dug to protect the tower and walls from sieges. Mausolus, the satrap of Caria, built the Myndos gate to protect the city from enemy raids and to shield the city from attacks.

The Mylasa gatewas built for defensive purposes and is one of two monumental gates. These gates are ballistic devices like catapults or battering ram. In the area where the historical remains are located, there are back-to-back vaulted graves built in the fourth century BC by the Hellenists and Romans. – Turkey Places

107. Karnas Vineyards

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Located 25 minutes from Bodrum, Karna’s vineyard is one of the most picturesque vineyards in Turkey. This vineyard was the first to plant Zinfandel in Turkey. Karna’s Vineyard is an award-winning boutique winery, where the award-winning wines are made by the family in their vineyard, using traditional methods. Visitors are invited to visit the vineyard, farm, olives, orchards, and wine tasting as well as food & wine events. – Turkey Places

108. Zeki Muren Arts Museum

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Zeki Muren is one of the most famous people in Turkey. He was a singer, a gentleman, an icon. It is thrilling to visit his home and spend some time there. It may not be very interesting for foreigners. – Turkey Places

109. Bodrum Museum Of Underwater Archaeology

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The St. Peter’s Castle museum is housed in the castle’s rooms and towers and features several collections of ancient artifacts, some of which have been recovered from local wrecks. – Turkey Places

110. Mausoleum at Halicarnassus

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Halicarnassus Mausoleum, also known as the Mausoleum of Mausoleum or the Tomb of Mausoleus, was a burial site constructed between 353 and 350 B.C. in the city of Halicassus for the philosopher and satrap Mausolus and his wife Artemisia II of Caria. It was designed by the Hellenistic architects Satyros and Pythius. – Turkey Places

111. Pamukkale

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The town of Pamukkale, located in the western part of Turkey, is renowned for its mineral-rich thermal water flowing down white-tiled terraces on a hillside. Pamukkale is adjacent to the ancient Roman spa city of Hierapolis, which was founded around 190 BC.

The ruins of Hierapolis include a perfectly preserved theater, a necropolis with 2km of sarcophagi, and the Antique Pool, famous for its sunken Roman columns, caused by an earthquake. – Turkey Places

112. Karahayıt

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The red hot springs of Karahayet were once known for their iron and calcium-rich water, and in the 1990s Karahayet became a hotbed for large, luxurious spa hotels. The entrance to Karahayet’s main square, the Arc de Triomphe, is a monument to a place where people expect to spend a week or even two at a luxury spa hotel, where they will find health and wellness through “cure”.

Today, however, there are still very few new hotels in the area, and the main tourists in the area are mostly bus tour groups that stay for a single night. Most very comfortable hotels in Karahayet offer a breakfast and dinner buffet for around 35 TL per person, as well as many other services. However, public transport is not very easy from Pamukkale, so it is best to go there alone. – Turkey Places

113. Baydil Park

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Baydil Park is one of the places where you can have fun while relaxing in Denizli’s Pamukkale neighborhood. You can discover unique times to enjoy immaculate nature at Baydil Park, located on Travertine Street, Pamukkale, Turkey. Baydil Park has a swimming pool full of thermal water, which allows families to turn their dreams of camping holidays into reality during the season. Baydil Park facility is 6 hours 12 minutes away from Istanbul
2 hours 58 minutes away from Izmir
3 hours 5 minutes away from Antalya
The camping area is 44 minutes from the city center of Denizli and about 3 minutes from the Pamukkale DistrictYou can use the vehicles that work in the region to get to the Baydil park facility from your location, or you can take the private vehicle to Mehmet Akif Ersoy Boulevard and leave your vehicle at the secure parking points. – Turkey Places

114. Pamukkale South Gate

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Turkey is home to two of the world’s most remarkable UNESCO World Heritage sites: Pamukkale & Hierapolis. Pamukkale is best known for its white, travertine-like terraces, on which the ancient city of Hierapolis once stood, a center of commerce and culture.

At Pamukkale, the hot springs unleash mineral-rich waters onto the surrounding landscape, creating a unique structure reminiscent of a cotton castle. – Turkey Places

115. Hierapolis Archaeological Museum

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The Hierapolis Archaeological Museum is situated on a plot of land measuring 14,000 square meters in the ancient city of Hierapolis. The museum consists of the Hierapolis Ancient Roman Bath, the Gymnasium, and the library. The Hierapolis Southern Bath Building is situated in the southwest part of the city in the area where the Travertine canals lead.

The construction of this building began under Hadrian and was finished under Severius after the abandonment of the old city. The sediments collected by the water formed Pamukkale’s white travertines and increased the floor by 5 meters in the Roman Bath.

The restoration of the Hierapolis Roman Bath Structure, which was carried out in the 1970s, resulted in the exhibition and arranging of the artifacts collected from other ruins in the Hierapolis excavations and brought to the museum on 1st February 1984. – Turkey Places

116. Piscina de Cleopatra

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Can you imagine being able to visit the ancient thermal pool in which Cleopatra used to bathe and that you could do the same? One of the many wonders of the popular Turkey-Hierapolis excursion is Cleopatra’s Pool in Turkey. Today, the pool is filled at the base with portico-like Ionic columns, but centuries ago it was a major attraction for the spa city of Hierapolis.

Hierapolis was a popular spa city for rulers and wealthy men from the Roman and Byzantine eras, who were drawn to the healing properties of the thermal waters. Because of the city’s fame, Cleopatra was also looking for a spa to care for her skin and treat diseases. The baths were abandoned after the city was destroyed by several earthquakes, and the baths remained in ruins until they were restored to the world map for tourism purposes. – Turkey Places

117. Pamukkale belediyesi kocaçukur tesisleri

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Pamukkale municipality kocaçukur facilities. Situated at the base of the Pamukkale travertines, you can enjoy the panoramic view of the above-ground travertines from here. In the White Paradise facility located under the Pamukkale travertines, you can feed ducks in the pond whilst sipping your tea.

Alternatively, you can ride your bicycle on the pond. During the summer months, you can cool down in the pools located next to it and enjoy the company of your friends and family. – Turkey Places

118. Travertines of Pamukkale

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The name Pamukkale translates to “cotton castle” in Turkish. Pamukkale is a natural site located in the heart of Turkey’s Inner Aegean Region, in the heart of Denizli Province, southwest Turkey. It is renowned for the carbonate mineral left behind by the flow of thermal spring water.

It is located in a temperate climate most of the year, in the river Menderes valley. Hierapolis, the capital of ancient Greece, was built on the top of this travertine formation, which measures 2,700 meters in length, 600 m in width, and 160 m in height. You can see it from the hills of Denizli 20 km away.

The thermal springs in Pamukkale have been attracting visitors since ancient times. The Turkish name translates to “snow-white”, referring to the shimmering surface of the crystalline, crystalline limestone formed over millions of years by calcium-rich springs. Water slowly drips down the mountainside and cascades down mineral-rich terraces into pools below. – Turkey Places

119. Iowa River

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The Iowa River is one of the tributaries of the Mississippi River and is located in the U.S. state of Iowa. It is approximately 323 miles long and is navigable by small rivercraft to the mouth of the Iowa River, about 65 miles from Iowa City, Iowa. Its main tributaries are the Cedar River and the Iowa River. The Iowa River rises in Hancock County and is divided into two branches: the West Branch and the East Branch. The West Branch is about 38 miles long and joins the Iowa River at Belmond, Iowa.

The river flows generally southeast, passing through Iowa Falls, a scenic valley, and Steamboat Rock. It passes through the towns of Eldora and Marshalltown, and the cities of Tama and Marengo. It also passes through the American Colonies of Iowa County. In Johnson County, the Iowa River passes through the Coralville Dam, which turns south into the spillway. It passes through Iowa City, Iowa, and passes the University of Iowa. – Turkey Places

120. Karahayıt Kırmızı Su

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This thermal center is also home to the Red Water thermal spring, which the locals call “Red Water”. This thermal spring has a very high temperature and the water has created reddish brick-colored travertines in the water. Although this thermal spring is not as large as Pamukcale, it’s worth a visit. The Red Water thermal spring is open to all and there’s no charge to visit it. – Turkey Places

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