An exotic land steeped
in exciting history, Turkey represents an exciting Mediterranean
gateway to the east that attracts an increasing number of
visitors each year. In 2004 seeing around 14.5 million holidaymakers
sampled turkeys many beautiful attractions. Turkey is a nation
of almost overwhelming interest with so much to satisfy any
kind of visitor. It has a diversee population brought about
by centuries of Turkish hospitality that has welcomed all
nations.
Those seeking purely a relaxing beach holiday will find amongst
the most beautiful beaches in the world here: Turkey has around
5,000 miles of stunning coastline with the Mediterranean to
the south, the Black Sea to the north, the Aegean Sea to the
west, and the inland Sea of Marmara in the northwest. Endless
stretches of golden sands, secluded coves, quiet bays, wonderful
rocky headlands and charming fishing villages bathed in an
average minimum of seven months of coastal sunshine per year,
and it is easy to see why Turkey is such a popular destination
for sun worshippers alone.
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So
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But we feel
Turkey has so much more to offer and strongly advise visitors
to include a cultural experience from a visit to Turkey. The
art, architecture, museums and hundreds of extraordinary historical
sites that so richly reflect the influences of the thirteen
consecutive civilisations that have shaped Turkey's remarkable
history and cultural identity down the centuries will stun you.
In straddling both Europe and Asia, the ancient and modern collide
in dramatic fashion, further adding to Turkey’s intoxicating
effect on the visitor. And while visiting Turkey you should
try to find the time for visits to the legendary ancient city
of Troy, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Ayasofya Museum and
the obvious abundance of wonders of Istanbul.
For the adventurers and sports-inclined, Turkey again has much
to offer. Water sports, mountaineering, rafting, yachting, diving
and even winter sports can be pursued in Turkey, and the many
beautiful parks, lakes, caves, springs, spas and unique wildlife
present further opportunities to relax and explore this fascinating
country.
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Mouth-watering
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And now
the important thing THE FOOD! Turkish cuisine is superb, and
so naturally appreciated the world over. Aromatic, full of
flavour and generally wholesome and healthy, traditional Turkish
dishes are largely eastern in origin, but there is always
plenty to satisfy the western palate throughout the country.
As one of the world’s leading producers of figs, wheat,
apricots, grapes, nuts and various vegetables, any Turkish
dishes containing such ingredients will always be a real treat
for the gastronome. And let’s not forget the mouth-watering
experience that is Turkish Delight!
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