Travel guide to Turkey
| Language: | Turkish |
| Currency: | Turkish Lira |
| Time zone: | +2 hrs GMT |
Turkey is a holiday paradise; the sparkling Aegean Sea, abundant sunshine and magnificent mountains offer visitors a complete getaway from the stress and routine of everyday life.
Turkey has a magnificent past, and is a land full of historic treasures from 13 successive civilizations spanning 10,000 years. As a holidaymaker to this fascinating country you can enjoy browsing Turkish bazaars, explore ancient landmarks like the ancient city of Troy, try water sports such as sailing, windsurfing and scuba diving or just relax on the beach or by the pool.
There is also a unique cuisine to enjoy, as well as the amazing Turkish baths which are great for relaxation and the Coffee Houses where games of backgammon are played and ‘nargile’ pipes are smoked.
From April to October, most resorts in Turkey benefit from the kind of climate that is perfect for relaxing on sandy beaches or enjoying the tranquillity of mountains and lakes.
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