Aydin’s Tralleis Ancient City, which also hosts the ‘Three Eyes’ symbol of Aydın, is expected to open to visitors in August 2025 following landscaping works. Located in the Efeler district and drawing attention with its history dating back to the 3rd century BC, the Tralleis Ancient City has been under excavation since 1996. It will…
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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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