Istanbul

Overview

What attracts people to Turkey? It is a warm Mediterranean climate, warm sea, large number of historical attractions, good service and low prices. All fans of travel like these features and it attracts a large number of tourists to Turkey.

Most tourists prefer to spend holidays in comfortable hotels. Five-star and four-star hotels often offer accommodation on the system “All inclusive.” They are the most attractive for those who want to escape from everyday worries during the holidays. There are also cheap hotels and campsites for people who are not seeking extra comfort.

Popular Tourist Destination

: Istanbul

This unique city which is admired by its charming nature and the attractive atmosphere is also the symbol of dynamic and modern city life. Istanbul has a multicultural texture and a lively atmosphere that melts the past and future in a single pot which provides a sense of universal history at every step
: Cappadocia

In Cappadocia, there are magnificent underground cities, fairy chimneys, natural and historical beauties, faith centers and especially landforms. They give a feeling of being on a different planet. This region has been a place where witnesses cannot be seen anywhere else in the world
: Antalya

Antalya is the fastest-growing city in Turkey, and tourists from around the world are discovering its fabulous mix of great beaches and traditional Turkish culture. Kids will love the Beach Park, which features Aqua Land (a waterslide-fanatic's dream) and Dolphin Land (home to dolphins, sea lions and white whales).
: Kusadasi

With its popular beaches and European-style shops and restaurants along the waterfront, Kusadasi is primarily regarded as a resort town frequented by cruise ships and populated by European holiday-goers.

Tourist Attractions in France

The Blue Mosque

The Blue Mosque in Istanbul, or to give it its official name Sultan Ahmet Camii, is both a place of worship and a major tourist attraction receiving four to five million visitors every year

Hagia Sophia

it is also one of the oldest, biggest and most important religious structures on the planet.

Bosphorus Dinner Cruise

Enjoy a traditional Turkish dinner as straddle two continents in 4-hour

Hot Air Balloon Cappadoia

a hot air balloon flight is extremely special, and if you are lucky enough to experience it just once in your life

Pamukkale

Pamukkale is definitely not a tourist trap, as it's an incredible natural wonder that is worth the visit.

Ephesus

Ephesus in Turkey is absolutely worth visiting. , Ephesus is home to the ruins of an ancient metropolis and the Temple of Artemis (an ancient world wonder)

Popular Tourist Events

Top 5 popular Event in Turkey

It is basically considered as a home to a various holidays and festivals, several of which have been disclosed to help the country develop a more modern image. Festivals in Turkey including all kinds – music festivals, sport & outdoors events, nightlife events, cultural festivals, religious festivals & lifestyle events. Apart from local festivals celebrated in almost every city of the country, there are many other significant festivals that are popular internationally and are held in major city centers such as Ankara, Turki, Antalya and Zmir.

Ahirkapi Hidirellez Festival (05-06 May 2023)

Hidirellez is an annual holiday that takes place in early May to celebrate the arrival of spring and plant seeds of hope for abundant harvests. The origins of the festival date back thousands of years, and while the essence of the festival is shared throughout the country, each region has their own traditions. Expect to listen to top-tapping folk music, see the hair-raising fire-jumping ritual and watch dancers twirl around in traditional costumes. Traditional food eaten during Hidirellez includes seasonal vegetable and lamb dishes.

Mevlana Whirling Dervishes Festival

The Whirling Dervishes Festival is an important religious and cultural event that is held in Konya, Turkey, each year. The exact date of the celebration is based on the Islamic religious calendar, and as such, varies from year to year

The festival celebrates the thoughts and recitations of the great Sufic saint and the 13th-century Sufi poet Jalaluddin Rumi. He was one of the world’s greatest philosopher and the father of the Mevlevi sect. The music, dance, listening and spiritual experience come together to enchant you during the dance of the Dervishes.

The dervishes ascetic Muslim monks perform the traditional harmonious dance with melodious music which creates an aura that spellbound the spectators

Mesir Paste Festival) (21st to 24th March.2023)

The Mesir Paste Festival is a centuries-old tradition that takes place in spring to commemorate the recovery of Hafsa Sultan (wife of Selim I) who, legend has it, was cured of a disease with mesir paste. This sweet, medicinal paste is made with 41 herbs and spices including black cumin, anise, dried orange blossom and cardamom. Three tonnes of mesir paste are wrapped in little papers and scattered among the crowds standing below the Sultan Mosque. Catching one is believed to answer your prayers and bring good luck. The festival also features traditional music and theatre performances.

Oil Wrestling Festival (June 2023)

This 600-year-old Kirkpinar Oil Wrestling Festival takes place in Edirne, Turkey. The tournament is open to men from all cultures, regions and ages without discrimination between religion, language or race.

Interesting Tradition to Witness: Pehlivans are the participants. The patron launches the festival in the Kirkpinar Aga. This is an amazing ceremony where forty bands of drums and shawms join in to create the captivating atmosphere. Thereafter, the golden belt is carried through the city in a procession, followed by prayers recited in the Selimiye Mosque