9 Amazing places to visit in Turkey!

Turkey definitely offers some of the most beautiful places on earth and many consider it one of the best places to visit due to its fascinating diversity. It provides natural wonders, historical monuments, coastal resorts, and ski centers. In this article, we’ll guide you through the best places to visit in Turkey

• Kapadokya (Cappadocia)
• Hagia Sophia mosque
• Pamukkale
• Gümüşlük
• Topkapı Palace
• Antalya Aquarium
• miniatürk
• Ölüdeniz
• Ankara Castle

Cappadocia:

There are ~100 underground cities in Cappadocia, the deepest is “Derinkuyu” (AKA “the city of Jinn”), which lies approximately 80 meters below the surface of the earth and is 40 km from the city of Goreme.

It stands as one of the strangest places you can visit in Turkey, and certainly one of the unique discoveries in the world. In Derinkuyu, you can embark on a fun adventure in this multi-story city, which accommodates more than 15,000 people. It features churches, dining halls, waterways, stables, and ventilation holes that ensure fresh air circulates throughout the entire city

another thing you can do in Kapadokya (most people go there for it), is the hot air balloons you see everywhere on social media. You can either go on-site and enjoy the view, or you can enjoy it better by actually riding one to have one of the most beautiful experiences that you can have!

Hagia Sophia mosque:

The Hagia Sophia Mosque, located on the European side of Istanbul, is one of the most important symbols of the conquest of Constantinople (Istanbul now) by the Byzantine Empire in 1453.

Hagia Sophia, which was transformed after the conquest of Istanbul from a church to a mosque, is classified as one of the most important artistic and architectural monuments in the world. In 1935, it then turned into a museum, but later on in 2020, it returned to being a mosque open to all Muslims for prayer. This majestic edifice was built in 537, and historians consider it “the eighth wonder of the world.”

Pamukkale:

Pamukkale stands as one of the world’s most medicinal wonders, boasting natural hot baths containing large amounts of calcium. Tourists from all over the world visit to enjoy its beautiful natural scenery, providing them with an enjoyable time of relaxation and peace. Some people believe in the sanctity of this hot water and its ability to heal many diseases.

Gümüşlük:

Gümüşlük, located in Bodrum is considered to be a fishing village yet it gets local and foreign visitors every year, which is not surprising because of its fish restaurants and accommodation options, it is the epicenter of delicious meals and hospitality! and the beautiful thing about this “fishing town” is that it’s in contact with history and nature at the same time.

Topkapi palace:

Topkapi, also known as the ‘Cannon Gate’ in English, is a large museum located in the east of Istanbul. It functioned as the main residence and administrative headquarters of the Ottoman Sultans during the 15th and 16th centuries.

Construction, ordered by Mehmed II (Mehmed the Conqueror), began six years after the conquest of Constantinople in 1459 and was completed around 1478. The palace boasts exquisite architecture that will impress anyone who visits it.

Antalya Aquarium:

Located in the heart of Antalya, just 70 meters away from Konyaaltı Beach, Antalya Aquarium is the most vibrant center of attraction in the city. It is the biggest Tunnel Aquarium in the world! it offers inspiration, entertainment, and education all at once. After touring the 40 thematic aquariums, you will come across the biggest tunnel aquarium in the world with a length of 131 meters and a width of 3 meters.

Besides, making snowballs in Snow World and the Ice Museum, you can step on a journey among the most poisonous, colorful, and interesting species of the world in a tropical reptile house; WildPark. You can sail the world seas with multi-dimensional movie technology in Oceanside XD Cinema.

Miniatürk:

Located in Istanbul, Miniatürk is one of the places that you definitely should visit. It is a museum and a garden combined. It is a miniature park that has the most important landmarks of Turkey in mini designs.

Ölüdeniz:

Ölüdeniz is a resort village on the southwest coast of Turkey. It’s known for the blue lagoon of Ölüdeniz Tabiat Parkı and the wide white Belcekız Beach. Overlooking the village is Babadağ mountain from where paragliders take to the skies. The Lycian Way is a long-distance marked footpath starting in Ölüdeniz and has coastal views. To the south, Butterfly Valley is a nature reserve with a secluded bay.

Ankara castle:

Ankara Castle, a historic fortification nestled in the heart of Ankara, Turkey, dates back to the 7th century or later. From its lofty perch atop the castle, visitors are treated to a breathtaking 360° panoramic view, offering a breathtaking view of the entire city.