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Topkapi Palace   Istanbul

Topkapi Palace, Istanbul

 326 Reviews   The huge palace was built just after conquering of Constantinople in 1453. It was the main residence of Ottoman sultans till 19th century, when they moved to other palaces. Palace is a full range of... 

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Castle   Marmaris

Castle, Marmaris

 17 Reviews  Marmaris Castle was rebuilt from scratch in 1522 by the Ottoman sultan Süleyman the Magnificent when he had set out for his campaign on Rhodes, for which Marmaris served as a base. Lord Nelson and his... 

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Kaleici - Old Town   Antalya

Kaleici - Old Town, Antalya

 24 Reviews  Having had a great hamam experience in Istanbul, I thought I'd treat myself to another on my last day in Turkey. Sefa Hamam was located close to my hotel, so I dropped by late one afternoon. I didn't... 

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St. Peter Castle   Bodrum

St. Peter Castle, Bodrum

 45 Reviews  Bodrum Castle (Bodrum Kalesi), located in southwest Turkey in the city of Bodrum, was built by the Knights Hospitaller starting in 1402 as the Castle of St. Peter. Sir Thomas Docwra was one time... 

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Boat Trip   Icmeler

Boat Trip, Icmeler

 12 Reviews  There are two options for sailing in the wonderful little craft that sail from Ismeler. You can go to either Marmaris for 10 L or Turunc for 15 L return. Either trip is worthwhile, especially Turunc... 

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Virgin Mary House   Ephesus

Virgin Mary House, Ephesus

 23 Reviews  The house of Virgin Mary is considered to be the last home of Mother Mary. The Christians visit here for pilgrimage and it has been also visited by the last 3 popes. Outside the house, you can find 3... 

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Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya)   Istanbul

Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya), Istanbul

 340 Reviews   Hagia Sofia or “Church of Holy Wisdom” in Greek is a place, where was a former Orthodox patriarchal basilica for nearly 1000 years. The current form church was designed and built in 532 by the Greek... 

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Bazaar   Marmaris

Bazaar, Marmaris

 11 Reviews  Over 1000 small shops make up the Grand Bazaar and you must visit if in town. Several long passageways make up the bazaar and it concentrates on bags, shoes, clothes, leather goods souvenirs jewellery... 

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Düden and other Waterfalls   Antalya

Düden and other Waterfalls, Antalya

 37 Reviews  We have planned to see that waterfall just before the "normal" shopping in Antalya. Every year we "waste" few hrs for shopping in the big modern Shopping Centers around Antalya. We haven't expected... 

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Blue Voyage   Bodrum

Blue Voyage, Bodrum

 18 Reviews  I highly recommend to do a Blue Cruise, but please save yourself some money and do not book through Blue Cruise Bodrum (www.bluecruise.org/). They do not own any fleets and will only charge you a... 

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Beach   Icmeler

Beach, Icmeler

 6 Reviews  We did not actually go on the beach through our two week stay apart from walking along it at night when it was quiet. As the photo shows it is very crowded and the sun beds and canopies are very close... 

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Celsus Library   Ephesus

Celsus Library, Ephesus

 57 Reviews  It's a long way down the main roads, lined with the ruins of several buildings that your guide will describe in detail. Finnaly it all ends facing the library, whose facade is the best preserved of... 

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Grand Bazaar   Istanbul

Grand Bazaar, Istanbul

 124 Reviews   Grand market, or, differently, Grand Bazaar could be named as one of oldest and biggest markets in the World. It was planned and constructed in middle of 15th century, when Constantinople was... 

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Icmeler beach   Marmaris

Icmeler beach, Marmaris

 11 Reviews  Marmaris is nice but unfortunately is not the best beach... If you like to spend more time on the beach I recommend to go Icmeler Beach. Its very easy just pick the Orange MiniBus (Dolmush) till the... 

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Aspendos   Antalya

Aspendos, Antalya

 29 Reviews  Turning off the Antalya-Alanya road at kilometer 30 in the direction of the village of Belkis we come to the best-preserved ancient theater in Turkey. Aspendos was also used as a caravansarai in later... 

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Bodrum environs   Bodrum

Bodrum environs, Bodrum

 27 Reviews  Foundations of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus St. Peter's Castle, with the underwater museum which has exhibited the glass wreck the Uluburun, an important archaeological find from the late Bronze... 

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Marmaris   Icmeler

Marmaris, Icmeler

 4 Reviews  When having a holiday in Marmaris, a good idea for having a break for the beach life is to go to see the cosy small and sweet town of Icmeler. It is also a holiday resort, but much smaller and with... 

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Toilet   Ephesus

Toilet, Ephesus

 19 Reviews  You don't need to use your imagination too much here! The latrines were part of the Scholastica Baths and built in the 1st century AD. They were the public toilets of the city where citizens were... 

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Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet )   Istanbul

Blue Mosque (Sultanahmet ), Istanbul

 296 Reviews   Blue mosque, as I imagine, is one of main landmarks of huge Istanbul, also its minarets could be visible in panoramas that present Turkey, Istanbul, Sultanahmet historical suburb. Actually I was... 

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Turkish Baths - Hamam   Marmaris

Turkish Baths - Hamam, Marmaris

 7 Reviews  Complaining from body pains, long lasting headaches, giving up excess body-weight, desire for feeling fresh and young addresses you to a "Hamam" where you feel like a new-born person. If you're after... 

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Hadrian's Gate   Antalya

Hadrian's Gate, Antalya

 24 Reviews  Hadrian's Gate is a triple triumphal arch built in the second century. It is very well-preserved because originally the front of the gate was encased inside Antalya's city walls. Today you can pass... 

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Bodrum nights   Bodrum

Bodrum nights, Bodrum

 5 Reviews  This discos is the biggest and loudest. The staff at the entrance will look you up and down for a proper trendy dress and take a cover charge of US$ 17 ! before admiting you inside. Once inside, it is... 

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Market   Icmeler

Market, Icmeler

 2 Reviews  rWednesdays in Icmeler they have their own market, which was bigger that we thought it would be. Same sort of goods as in the shops but all in one place for you to barter and compare. The fruit and... 

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Grand Theatre   Ephesus

Grand Theatre, Ephesus

 43 Reviews  The biggest construction remaining in Ephesus, and the most impressive after the Library is the great theatre. Built under Greek influence, it was enlarged and transformed by the Romans, an, despite... 

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Bosphorus River   Istanbul

Bosphorus River, Istanbul

 130 Reviews  Recommend this ferry trip for anyone visiting Istanbul. The Government run ferry (Turkish Maratime Lines)departs Eminonu 2 or 3 times daily for the return trip along the Bosphorus. The 3 hour ferry... 

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Simena

by al2401

The history of this village goes back to 4th century BC. It was once a city of Lycia - there is actually a sarcophagus out in the bay and a necropolis on the hill. There are the ruins of a medieval fortress on the top of a hill behind the town. Within these ruins can be found the remains of an ancient temple. There is also a small Lycian theatre. Simena is situated on a beautiful and safe natural harbour and is best approached by boat from Ucagiz (where the yacht harbour is situated). You can spend hours wandering the twisting streets or climb to the top of the fortress (care must be taken as you reach the top). The views are spectacular - even on a rainy day! A trip to Kekova is also warranted.The area is best seen as a day trip from Kas.Simena is the name for the ancient town. The modern name is Kaleköy but it is commonly referred to as Simena.

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Kekova

by al2401

Kekova Island is across the bay from Simena and Ucagiz. Here you can see the sunken ruins of a residential part of old Simena which was submerged by an earthquake in the 2nd century.These are best seen as part of a boat trip around the bay - either a day trip or or a longer stay. Boats can be rented from Kas, Ucagiz or Simena.

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Kas

by al2401

Kas is a lovely town with beautiful bays and inlets. The houses are painted white and have colourful flowers such as Bougainvillea hanging from their balconies which contrast well with the blue of the sea. Being in the centre of the ancient Lyicia there are Lycian sarcophagi in the middle of the streets.The Greek island of Megisti is only 4 miles away.Kas is a great place to make your base for visits to Myra, Kekova, Simena and Ucagiz.

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Underground Treasure

by cheerssweetie

The Basilica Cistern was built in the 6th Century by the Roman Emperor Justinian in order to provide water for the city. This is a great place to spend half an hour especially during the hot summer months as it is beautiful and cool.Make sure you walk right around the raised wooden platforms to the back left hand corner where you will find a coloum supported with an upside down Medusa head.There is a cafe as you exit and on entry you can play dress ups as a sultan and queen and have your photo taken.Entry is TLR 10.00 and is open from 9am to 7.30pm

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Cappadocia

by cachaseiro

Cappadocia is out of this world.It's among the most amazing places on this earth with weird and wobderful rock formations shaped by ancient vulcanic erutions.The area is quite big and you should set aside several days to explore the area if you have the time for it.It´s both a natural aswell as a cultural destination and you should do your uttermost to visit this place.The biggest must see in turkey i would say.

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Antalya

by cachaseiro

The turkish south coast is generally very touristy, but Antalya is big enough to still have a very turkish atmosphere.The old harbour is very nice to hang around both during day and night time.Antalya is also the point of entry of most flights to southern Turkey, so you are likely to end up there at some point if you travel to that part of Turkey.If you decide to stay there for the night then i highly recommend the old part of town and not the beach part outside Antalye which is very touristy and not that interesting if you ask me.

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Basboga Cadir Branda

by ozanbasboga

Founded in 1974 as a small business in Unkapani Istanbul, Basboga Inc. has become one of the leading firms in Turkey today with a manufacturing capacity of 1.555.000 meters of PVC membrane and 625.000 square meters of tent.With its two manufacturing plants located in Babaeski-Kirklareli and Kemerburgaz- Istanbul covering a closed manufacturing space of 10.000 square meters in total, Basboga is striving for high quality products in compliance with the international standards.Our 35+ years of experience in the field are enabling us to create technology-driven, flexible and customer-oriented solutions in an ever growing competitive market with a clear cut advantage.Our project team of experienced engineers and architects design creative solutions that meet the specific needs and requirements of our customers’ projects. These designs are then realized by our expert technical staff at our...

Istanbul

by solopes

A bridge between two continents this immense city is a rich combination of cultures and civilizations. Original and adapted monuments of several epochs and religions are spread all over [http://members.virtualtourist.com/m/9eab8/1c0a38/]Istanbul, with a special care in everything that borders the narrow sea. A very beautiful city that I couldn't see deeply in the two days of my first visit but that i saw better this time during a week. Tips will come slowly (I still have dozens to post from somewhere else).

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Alanya Castle, Alanya

by hopang

Alanya Castle is located on top of the rocky peninsula that divides the city of Alanya. The castle has a seven kilometre long city fortificatuions and is approximately 250 metres above sea level. The Red Tower below the hill forms part of the Alanya Castle. This is a "must-visit" castle which has a spectacular view of the city and harbour. You may take a taxi or dolmus up the hill from the foothill or you can also take a 45 minute walk up the hill and enjoy the view at different height.The construction of Alanya Castle dates back to the first century AD but most of the castle were constructed in the 13th century under the reign of Seljuk Sultan Alaeddin Kay Qubadh I. Today the castle is an open-air museum and much of the castle is opened to the public.

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Konya - Mevlana Museum

by ant1606

Located in the Anatolia region, the city of Konya is a settlement with 5,000 years of history.One among the most important features of Konya is the Mevlana Museum, actually the mausoleum of the Persian-born, Sufi poet Jalal ad-Din Muhammad Rumi also known as Mevlana. A visit to this sacred venue is an extraordinary experience to see, among precious books and artifacts, a box containing the Holy Beard of Muhammad.It is here that the order of the "Whirling Dervishes" was founded, whose original seminar is part of the museum complex.

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