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Turkey is a unique country that lies along two continents. One part of Turkey is part of Europe, while the rest is geographically situated in West Asia, (also called the Middle East). Many languages are spoken in Turkey, such as Greek, Armenian, Kurdish, Arabic and their official language, Turkish.

Travellers that come from Western Europe are not required to have a visa, except those coming from the UK. It is still possible to travel to Turkey by means of a train from Europe, albeit not very practical. This is done by those who are driven by the romantic notion of travelling by train, made famous by the movie the Orient Express.

Arriving by plane is the fastest way to get to Turkey, and the most practical. Taxi services are widely available outside of the airports to welcome tourists.

It is a delight to travel around Turkey by bus. The buses offer accommodation equipped with air-conditioning and a great crew that attends to the needs of the passengers. They also offer food and drink. In addition to rest stops at restaurants every couple of hours or so.

Visitors who plan to drive while visiting this country should be very careful while on the road. Road accident rates are high in Turkey, especially, since their roads are often left in poor condition.



Things to do while in Turkey.

• Turkey offers a great cuisine derived from Arabic and Mediterranean style. These dishes often contain meat such as lamb, which is a staple meat in turkey. A lot of spices are also used in their dishes. Turkish coffee is a very popular drink that must be sampled while visiting.

• Travellers who are planning to go to Turkey during winter can take advantage of the numerous ski centers that are available. Rafting and yachting are also popular activities there, perfect during the summer and fall season.

• Tourists who want to absorb the culture and get better acquainted with Turkey's history can visit some of their famous landmarks such as, Topkapi Palace, Ayasofya Museum, Mt. Nemrut and the ancient City of Troy.

• Turkey is also famous for their diverse wildlife. It is one of only a few countries in the world that has preserved their ecological equilibrium. Many rare species here are protected by the government.

• The natural landscape of this country is a treasure. Visitors can go on hiking trips to partake in this wonderful outdoors experience.

Turkey Travel Guide Turkey is as perfect for bon vivants as it is for adventurers and scholars. Roam battlegrounds and the palaces of great empires, unwind in a hammam, float in a balloon over Cappodocia's fairy chimneys and explore the streets of atmospheric Istanbul.

Istanbul Night Tour with Turkish Dinner and Show Experience Turkish culture on an evening of traditional song and dance combined with fabulous Turkish cuisine. See a spectacular floorshow by Turkish belly dancers and enjoy a performance from a folklore dance group from various regions of Anatolia.

Overnight Tour to Troy and Gallipoli Experience the beauty and grandeur of the Turkish countryside enroute to Canakkale. Spend a day in the ancient city of Troy, where the Trojan Wars, famous from the epic stories of the poet Homer, took place and unlock the ANZAC secrets of Gallipoli on your visit to the famous World War 1 site.

Private Tour of Jewish Sites in Sardis Let your English speaking guide show you the best of the Jewish sites in Sardis on this full day private tour. Among the highlights will be the ruins of the Temple of Cybele and Diana, and the reconstructed Roman Synagogue. Your tour also includes lunch.

Private Izmir City Sightseeing Tour If you are limited on time in Izmir, book a Private Half Day Izmir City Sightseeing Tour to see the major sights in a matter of hours. You can visit Alexander the Great Castle, the Archaeological and Ethnographic Museum and the symbol of Izmir - the Clock Tower.

Private Tour to Ephesus and St. Mary's House On this privately guided tour, journey to ancient Ephesus with such sites as the ruins of the Great Theatre, the Library of Celsius and the Temple of Hadrian, you'll want to explore as much as you can. Continue to the House of Virgin Mary and St John's Basilica. This tour is seasonal and operates from April to November only.

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