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Explore Turkiye’s natural palette this autumn

As summer slides gracefully into autumn, colours surround Turkey. The golden leaves of the trees, the slight coolness in the air, and the charm of nature’s canvas make this season the perfect time for a road trip adventure. From historical cities with centuries-old stories to breathtaking landscapes that come alive with the colours of autumn,…

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Explore – Sirince & Ephesus

Sirince People who believed that Doomsday would happen on December 21, 2012, the last day of the Mayan calendar, flocked here because it was believed to be the place to survive the apocalypse. Although the Mayans were wrong (fortunately), this belief worked for the businesses in the region in terms of tourism. Many things were…

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Explore: Kuşadası

Having explored many corners of Turkey, we have turned our focus this week on Kuşadası, which is filled with historical places and hidden natural beauties that are mostly left without visiting. Historical Places Kurşunlu Monastery: Kurşunlu Monastery, which is 10 km away from Davutlar Village was established in a rocky and forested area to protect it…

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Explore – Ayvalık & Cunda

Ayvalık, which has a unique atmosphere in the north Aegean region, is ideal for a two-day getaway. Ayvalık is a district of Balıkesir, but small enough to be called a town. By visiting and staying at Cunda, a small island connected to Ayvalik, for a day, and visiting Ayvalık the next, you can see all…

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Explore: Sığacık

Voices reporter Ruken Alışkan continues our Explore series with a feature on Sığacık  The town of Sığacık, a district of Izmir’s Seferihisar, is the first place in Turkey to receive the title of “Cittaslow”, that is, slow city. Cittaslow is an international association of municipalities established in Italy. The aim of the Cittaslow Movement is…

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Explore: Deliçay Valley

Around the Aydin region, there are many places where you can see historical ruins and enjoy natural beauty. We will share these places which you can visit and spice up your holiday. The Explore series looks at Deliçay Valley in Aydın. Deliçay Valley, where 30 large and small waterfalls and a historical bridge considered to…

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Explore – Çanakkale

This week I focus on Çanakkale, a city I love to visit. It straddles both the Marmara and Aegean regions. Turkey’s largest island, Gökçeada, and the Aegean’s second largest island, Bozcaada, are located in Çanakkale. Additionally, Ancient Troy and the Trojan Horse are here. You can find below the places to visit in this city,…

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Explore: Atça

Even if it’s not on people’s travel agenda, there’s a place I consider historically and culturally pivotal: Atça. Let’s take a look at the story of Atça and why it’s referred to as “Turkey’s Little Paris.” Situated in Aydın’s Sultanhisar district, Atça might appear as a modest neighbourhood. However, its significance is twofold—tracing back to…

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Explore: Ödemiş

Ödemiş is a small district of İzmir. Although it does not have a long list of places to see, it is a place worth seeing with its villages whose historical texture and unique atmosphere is preserved.  Villages of Ödemiş We had previously visited Birgi, a beautiful village in Ödemiş, together. I recommend you to take…

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Dilek Peninsula National Park

DILEK Peninsula National Park is one of the most precious treasures of our country. It has green slopes, awe-inspiring mountains, mysterious canyons and clean bays. The flora and the fauna offer endless opportunities for photography fans.     Dilek Peninsula National Park was the home of the now extinct Anatolian leopard. The endangered Mediterranean Monk…

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