Lake Egidir
A beautiful lake in the mountains of western Turkey. The town of Egirdir sits on a peninsula that juts into the lake, so it is almost imposible not to have a room with a beautiful view of the lake and the mountains that hem her in.... more - travel report by
danilbruce
TURKEY'S LITTLE PIECE OF HEAVEN
Alanya is divided into three-Cleopatra beach,Centre and East beach. It has everything for both holidaymakers and part-time residents alike. Shopping is both interesting and fun-especially on market day (Friday) remember to barter as good deals can be agre... more - travel report by
bigalan
Bergama and the Ovacik Gold Mine
Bergama, like so many parts of Turkey, has an improbably long and interesting history. The nearby Ovacik Gold Deposit (and mine) was in part discovered due to diligent archaeological research concerning the sources of gold for the Roman Empire nearly 2000... more - travel report by
zaktim
Rock Tombs
Dalyan is an easy miss if you don't keep your eye out. We rented a car to get to this obscure, but very worthwhile location. Located south of Mugla and just north of Fethiye, Dalyan has some of the most unique tombs you will find anywhere. There are sever... more - travel report by
sven_ak
Western Turkey
Denizli is the home to one of the strangest geologic shows in the world. Hot springs, limestone-like formations, bathing pools, culture, lots to see here. This is also the home of the famed Pamukele and the calcium covered cliffs. You cannot bathe in the... more - travel report by
sven_ak
Alanya (1993)
My first ever flight!! Decided to go on a package holiday to Turkey - I was quite taken a back by the place really and had never experienced the heat like it was. On the whole I really enjoyed the holiday but feel that if i was to return it wouldn't be fo... more - travel report by
wanderer
The mediterranian gate to Turkey.
Antalya is a really big city at the Mediterranean sea part of Turkey. Maybe the best of Antalya are the surrounding areas but still is a beutiful and touristic city to see. Usually is just a stop to go from the Egean coast to the Capadocia area but still... more - travel report by
daniserralta
Lazy and cheap in the sun
Marmaris is a very touristic town. It has a rather nice boulevard along the beach, and the harbour is quite nice. The local men can be a bit too friendly, and according to them this is because the tourists want it. If you stop every time you are spoken to... more - travel report by
karmapd
Where East meet West...
Like all capitals we came across in our drive going back to Europe Istanbul is also one huge city. We were driving for an hour and an half and still not near the center. Istanbul has you much to offer: The Topkapi place, The Blue mosque, The Grand Bazaar... more - travel report by
schoelink
Istanbul on business
I was there teaching a class for 3 days. It was tough to concentrate after the prayers broadcast on the PA system wake you every morning. the country spans two continents and all the taxi drivers want you to pay them to take you to asia while you're in Eu... more - travel report by
malkei
