Turkey is a country that offers a sumptuous experience that is a little spicy, and a little sweet. That has a little adventure and a little calm. The country is a perfect blend of captivating monuments, scintillating scenery, and cuisines that will most literally satisfy both your taste buds and your soul. One can experience a perfect blend of Asia and Europe while on a trip to this country, which is nestled between Western Asia and Eastern Europe.
Getting a Visa for Turkey is also not very complicated. The process of getting the Visa depends on which country you are from. Just ensure you are aware of the process for your country citizens before going ahead and applying for the Turkey Visa. The process also varies for the purpose of visit.
The land of Turkey has connections to ancient Persian, Greek, Byzantine, Roman and Ottoman empires. Turkey also has modern cities that are completely urbanized. The history and the beauty of this country will most definitely wow you. Whether you are a fan of fabulous architecture, the sun-kissed mountains, or the breeze on beaches, Turkey will have something to please you. And here are 8 awesome things you shouldn’t miss out on doing in Turkey –
8 Must-do Activities on Your Turkey Trip
1. Take a Private Full-Day Tour of Ephesus with a Guide –
Ever wonder how people lived in the Roman empire? Ever wonder what it would be like to be born in another era? Then, Ephesus is a place you must visit. The city is full of magnificent marvels and marble-columned roads. A trip all over this region will at least take you half a day and it is best if you spend more time here as it is absolutely worth every minute.
2. Experience Royalty at the Topkapi Palace –
The world’s fascination with the Royals is endless, which is why many of us stay hooked to our TV screens while watching a Royal wedding. Get a sneak-peek into the real-life of how Sultans lived at Topkapi Palace. The lavish lifestyle coupled with brilliant architecture will leave us awe-struck! The public gardens surrounding the palace were once forbidden but now is open for us to enjoy – Praise the 21st century! Us non-royal folk at least get to walk down the roads that the Royals once took.
3. Explore the breath-taking Mosque-turned-Museum Aya Sofya (Hagia Sofya) –
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Imagine a beautiful building with superior interiors and minarets with intricate details. Think of a marvellous place with walls so stunning they surpass anything your imagination can conjure up. Well, that right there is Aya Sofya. The glory of the Byzantine empire still encapsulates the building. It is still considered to be one of the most beautiful buildings in the world. It is undoubtedly one of those must-visit places if you plan on going to Turkey.
4. Take a Hot Air Balloon Ride at Cappadocia –
A captivating hot air balloon ride will take you to the top of the skies from where you get a stunning view of the valley below. There are cliffs and crests, wave-like rocks and pinnacles formed solely by miracles of nature. And if you are not a nature lover, this place is still a must-visit for you can enjoy hiking and visit underground sites.
5. Photography at Pamukkale –
Nature has a way of captivating and consuming you ever so completely. You can experience this kind of spiritual oneness with nature at Pamukkale, also known as Cotton Castle. At Pamukkale, you will find picturesque snow-covered crystals that may give some people a vision whiteout too. The place seems like an absolute dream and looks best at dawn when the sun sinks below the horizon.
6. Visit the Greek Orthodox Sumela Monastery built in 386 AD –
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This is a monastery of the Virgin Mary and is built into a cliff face. It is a lovely, calm and peaceful place, which is now an abandoned complex and is a must-visit for anybody who travels to the Northeast regions of Turkey. The monastery will definitely capture your imagination and get you thinking about the monks who once meditated at the monastery. If spirituality is a topic that is close to your heart then Sumela Monastery is worth checking out.
7. Get Hiking and Sightseeing at Mount Nemrut –
Are you a fan of eerie places that have enough of a creepy factor to just scare you a little? If yes, then Mount Nemrut is your stop. In this region, one would find a peculiar archaeological site of 34 BC with a broken remnant of a once vibrant land that held a statue of a God. This place is lonely and a little ghostly with a curious air around it. It is best to visit this place just before sunrise as the statues light up in unison with the sun.
8. Go Backpacking to the ruins of Ani, a medieval Armenian city –
The silk route was once what connected the world. Riches, silks, spices, and precious stones were exchanged through this route. Ani gives us an insight into what it may have been like to be part of an era where the barter system was still relevant and the mutual exchange of cultures was an ongoing process. You can backpack to the silk road city of Ani, situated near the Armenian border. This city has both tragedy and history to it as all its riches have been destroyed by frequent raids and an earthquake.
