Sakarya: is one of Turkey’s fastest developing cities surrounded by a lush green landscape abounding in natural wonders. With a history dating back to the 8th century, the city has been one of the main settlements of major empires. Naturally, the region abounds in historical sites belonging to ancient times. Also called Adapazari as it […]
Yalova: Surrounded by the Marmara Sea, Yalova is a peaceful and relaxing city rich in thermal springs and abundant nature. It is estimated that Yalova was founded in the 7th century BC by Bithynians from Thrace. Yalova is rich in historical monuments as it has been home to many civilizations through the centuries. The province […]
Home to the world’s earliest settlements and numerous civilizations ranging from the tiniest of communities to the greatest of empires, Anatolia invites you to discover its ancient cities. Aphrodisias With a history dating back to 5000 BC, the ancient city of Aphrodisias was established during the Greek and Roman times and is one of the […]
Sapanca: A corner of paradise resounding with the peaceful sounds of nature and one of Istanbul’s popular getaways, Sapanca reveals different scenic views in any season. Within the Sakarya province in the Marmara Region, Sapanca is built around a terrific lake and surrounded by lush forests. A natural heritage with a history dating back to […]
Uludağ: one of the highest mountains in the Marmara Region open to tourism all the year round and one of Turkey’s most beautiful epitomes of magnificent nature Uludag, rising to 2543 meters and within the city limits of Bursa, is Turkey’s biggest winter sports and nature center. Known as Olympos Mysios, Uludag was considered the […]
Lake Manyas: one of the most precious areas of the Marmara Region, and the first bird paradise of Turkey hosting dozens of varieties of bird species Spread over an area of 16 thousand square meters, this beautiful lake houses numerous wonders of nature as well as many species of birds. Within the city limits of […]
Kartepe: one of Turkey’s major ski resorts welcoming visitors any season of the year, Kartepe is famous for its scenic views. Positioned on the peak of Samanlı Mountains located in Kocaeli province in the Marmara Region, Kartepe is the closest ski resort to Istanbul. The thickness of snow, which enables you to enjoy skiing to […]
Beyoğlu – Taksim Beyoğlu; the main attraction in Istanbul, where history and fashion meet in a quotidian atmosphere. With musicians you can encounter around every corner and with its colorful streets, Beyoğlu is situated at an area you must definitely see. So, how about getting to know this beautiful and rich destination where Turkey’s heart […]
Hagia Sophia, is the first large church of Christian universe. After the conquest of Istanbul by the Ottoman Empire, it had been used as mosque and it has kept its value among all important mosque of Islam universe. This church which is still standing as hard as nails today, have been started to be constructed […]
Istanbul is one of the most beutiful cities of the world and it had been the capital city of two great emperorship such as the Byzantines and the Ottomans for the passing history. It has comprised more than 500 important historical works. Istanbul now is the leading city of Turkish economy. It has been […]
At the place of Byzantine Hippoddrome, namely in front of mavi Mosque on Sultanahmet Square of today. There is also an Egyptian obelisk have been raised up. This obelisk has been constructed by Egyptian famous Pharoah III. Tutmosis for a Temple in 15. Century B.C. All four sides of these obelisk have been embellished with […]
Rumelihisari (Rumelian Castle) has been placed on the best point of the Bosporus which connects the Black Sea to Marmara Sea. The castle has been constructed by the commands of Fatih Sultan Mehmet in 1452, one year before the conquest of Istanbul. It has been constructed by the hardworks of thouands of soldiers and only […]
BALIKESIR – GONEN (Altitude: 36 m) This hot spring is located next to the Gonen Stream in Gonen Country in the province of Balikesir in the Marmara Region. Hotel Yildiz Termal Pyshio-Chemical Characteristics and Indications The thermal water is 730C with a pH of 7.36. It is classified as hypothermal, hypotonic mineral water which is good for […]
MARMARA REGION Istanbul Sunset Fishermen in Istanbul Dolmabahce Palace Topkapi Palace Ortakoy Mosque, Istanbul Sultanahmet Mosque, (Blue Mosque) Sultanahmet Mosque, (Blue Mosque) Rumeli Hisari, (Rumelian Fortress) Archeology Museum, Istanbul Aereal View of Istanbul Golden Horn, Istanbul Topkapi Palace, Interior, Harem Modern Dance Cicek Pasaji, (Flower Lane) Balik Pazari Tradition Raki Drink Kapali […]
MARMARA REGION FESTIVALS Istanbul International Film Festival – Istanbul, April 1915 Sea Victory Celebration – Canakkale, March Tulip Festival – Istanbul, April – May International Offshore Races – Istanbul, Izmir, June International Kus Cenneti Culture and Tourism, June Tekirdag Cherry Festival, June International Bursa Festival – Bursa, June- July International Art and Culture Festival – Istanbul, June- July Traditional Kirkpinar Wrestling – […]