World Of Tourism

Less than three years ago, Shimon Peres addressed the Turkish Grand National Assembly - Turkey's parliament - in Ankara.

It was the first time an Israeli president had addressed the legislators in a Muslim country, a gesture that spoke a lot about the extraordinary relationship between Israel and Turkey, a relationship that goes back to the beginning of Turkish recognition of the Jewish state in 1949.

Unique among Muslim countries in the region, Turkey has strong trade relations with Israel.
The Turkish military to buy weapons from Israel and train its armed forces, and in 2008 Turkey hosted more than half a million Israeli tourists, making it their preferred overseas destination.
What went wrong?

Over the past 18 months, the two countries reels from a diplomatic crisis to another, culminating in furious Turkish reaction to Israel's failed attempt to block the convoy from reaching Gaza.

All military cooperation has been frozen, and Israeli tourists to cancel planned trips to Turkey.

And now thousands of Turks are furious siege to the Israeli consulate in Istanbul with a chorus of "Allaahu Akhbar" and posters with poisonous messages of hate against Israel.

"We should cancel all our appointments," said a young man named Bünyamin told me. "Israel can never be our friend - this is our biggest enemy."
Events in Israel and the Palestinian territories is part of the explanation.

Turkey's Prime Minister seeks global support for an agreement in which Iran would send much of its low-enriched uranium to Turkey.

Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan office said he told U.S. President Barack Obama in a correspondence that the agreement "has opened the door for a political solution." Erdogan office said the letter also gave information about the uranium deal.

The agreement has failed to ease concern in the West, which fears that Tehran would carry on enriching uranium to senior levels.

The U.S. introduce a decree this week calling for a number of financial and trade limits, after winning hold up from China and Russia.

Everyone who dreams to experience an unforgettable vacation to remember must go to Turkey. Once you have a vacation in Turkey you would most probably want to go there over and over again as most of its tourists do.

Turkey is a bridge between Europe and Asia, a crossroads of civilizations. In fact, since 12,000 B.C. to the 21st Century A.D. many civilizations lived in this vast land leaving invaluable remnants of their cultures.

You might need to get some information before going there, so here it is: Turkey is bounded on three sides by seas. If you go to the south, you would get to the Mediterranean, with its coast stretching to the Aegean Sea at the South Western part of Turkey, blending blue sea and green pine forests, giving this beautiful sea-shore its name, the Turquoise Coast. This region alone offers unforgettable vacation opportunities.

Many small islets and the rocky coves along the coast interspersed with breathtaking pristine sandy beaches make this seacoast ideal for sailing and yachting. Actually, you can find numerous yacht charter bureaus there offering crewed yachts and yacht vacations along the charming Turquoise Coast.

You might want to visit the historic city of Antalya which lies at the centre of the Turquoise Coast, under spectacular coastal mountains to the west and an old quarter situated on a cliff top overlooking a pleasant harbor. Near the eastern part of the city, 18km from Antalya, lie the ruins of the ancient city, Perge, which was an important city in Pamphylia, a Hittite settlement around 1,500 B.C., on an important trade route. St. Paul stopped here on his way to Rome in 46 A.D.

You would also visit the restored remnants of the magnificent Roman theater Aspendos nearby Antalya, built by the renowned Roman architect Xenon in the 2nd Century, A.D. with a capacity of an audience of 15,000 people, still famous for its outstanding acoustics, and still hosting opera and ballet festivals, and similar performances every year. You should have attended the Verdi's magnificent opera AIDA when performed in this gorgeous ancient theater about a decade ago. You can still attend the next performance of the opera and ballet festival in June, in this beautiful Roman theater. In a small room next to the stage, now turned to a small museum, you can see some of the ancient masks and clay tickets used in the Roman times.

Nearby also stand the ruins of the largest aqueducts in Anatolia, a basilica, and agora.

In Antalya you can ski on mountain tops in the morning and swim in the Turquoise waters at a pristine beach in the afternoon the same day.

The Aegean Sea lies along the western coast of Turkey. There are many peaceful bays and modern holiday resorts, such as Kusadasi and Bodrum on this rugged coastline. The ruins of the ancient Greek cities of Aeolia and Ionia, and the remnants of Troy lie along the northern and central areas of this Aegean region. Pergamom stands on its high mount. Ephesus, called as Asia Minor in Roman times, famous with its gorgeous library which still stands strong, and enormous open-air theatre attracting great number of tourists every year. The remains of the secretive Priene on its mountain side is another location of ancient times attracting hundreds of thousands of visitors every year.

Black Sea forms the northern boundaries of Turkey with its temperate climate and verdant shores. This is a land of legendary fierce of the Amazon women, and Jason and the Argonauts in search of the Golden Fleece. Hazelnut bushes and tea groves cover the fertile fields of this region. The relatively quiet charms of the Black Sea coast create a paradise for visitors who wish to breakaway from the more developed regions.

Among the inland wonders Turkey offers are the travertines of Pamukkale (cotton castle) and the expansive ancient city of Aphrodisias with its delicately carved statues, acknowledged as among the best of the ancient world.

In the central Anatolia, the unique moonlike landscape of Cappadocia with its houses and early churches carved in the massive rocks has captivated and astounded many. Visitors would remember this volcanic region with its fairy chimneys wearing rock hats and cities carved up to ten or more flats under ground, with surprising ventilation systems, as a place offering modern facilities, but seeming as an enchanting place out of this world.

Turkey has many mountains and rivers perfect for white water rafting. Koprucay near Antalya and Coruh near Erzurum are top choices of experienced rafters.

Tourism has been at the forefront of Turkey's recent and very rapid economic and social changes. The number of tourists visiting Turkey has grown from just over one million in 1974, to an annual figure of around 21 million in 2005. Tourism revenues have seen an even more dramatic growth, from $42 Million in 1974 to around $18,5 Billion a year, in 2005.

Now Turkey's tourism facilities have matched this boom, offering a wide variety of hotels and resorts, in every category; accommodations ranging from small and clean rooms, some located in volcanic caves, to world class 4-5 star luxury hotels, including beautiful Golf and Beach Resorts in the Antalya and Belek region, and in other regions along the Mediterranean and Aegean Sea coasts of Turkey.

Turkey offers the most inexpensive vacations without sacrificing quality. In other words, have an unforgettable dream vacation in Turkey enjoying world class quality from start to the end, at lowest prices in the world

Istanbul, situated along the shores of the Bosphorus Strait, is the only city in the world bridging two continents, Europe and Asia; it is as old as civilization itself and as modern as carrying cell phones.

My husband and I were very excited about vacationing in Istanbul. We flew with Lufthansa Airlines from Vancouver, B.C., stopping in Frankfurt, Germany to change planes and approximately 15 hours later, we were there.

The entrance requirement for Turkey was a Passport with an expiry date one month past our exit date, and a Visitor’s Visa. The Visa can be purchased at the Ataturk Airport upon arriving in Istanbul. The cost is $45.00 U.S. per person.

We were met at the airport by the Bell Hop from The Hotel Zurich, the hotel we had booked over the Internet. We became friends with the hotel’s general manager, Mr. Turan islam, exchanging e-mail messages until we had agreed to $50.00 U.S. per night. The rate included a full breakfast daily, all the services in the hotel and transportation from the airport to the hotel. The Bell Hop had arrived in a taxi to pick us up.

Riding along in the back of the taxi, we were somewhat apprehensive as to what we should expect next, we were at the mercy of the Turks. We couldn’t speak the language and we weren’t familiar with the currency or their customs. Well, we didn’t need to worry; we were greeted with the very best in hospitality. A fruit bowl, a bottle of wine, an ample supply of bottled water and juice, and a hand written note from the general manager were all waiting for us upon arrival.

We were delighted with our room. We were on the 6th floor, a large room with huge windows that allowed us an unobstructed view of the Sea of Marmara and a large modern bathroom; hand soap, face cloths and tissues were not included. We were only steps from the hotel’s pool, exercise room and the stairway to the Dining Room.

I was relieved to see that female tourists were not expected to cover their heads with the traditional scarf called basortusu, or wear the traditional long baggy trousers called salvar.

Finding our way around Istanbul was easy (a map helps if you remember to take one); transportation by taxi, bus or Tram was efficient and inexpensive and a life saver in the heat. Tickets for the Tram could be purchased at the kiosks located on street corners everywhere adjacent to the Tram stops. Istanbul’s only train travelled only around the outside of the city. It was clean but old and slow. We rode the train once and met an English speaking doctor who was born in Toronto and has lived and worked in Istanbul for the last ten years.

We found ourselves lost many times so we would ask anyone on the street for directions; with a little sign language we always got the information we needed. I would recommend that upon venturing out, you take the card from your room with the hotel’s name and address on it.

Public washrooms were not plentiful. When we did find one, a Turkish gentleman would be sitting outside the doorway for the equivalent of 25 cents he would give me two squares of toilet paper, that resembled sand paper. A good idea is to carry your own tissue.

I can’t say enough about shopping in Istanbul. The Grand Covered Bazaar has over 4000 shops, selling everything from Turkish rugs to leather goods, beautifully embroidered linens and fine jewelry. It was not unusual to see a shop selling tourist trinkets located next to a shop selling fine silk fabrics. We wondered for hours up and down the many lanes and alleyways and still didn’t see it all.

When we tired of shopping in the Bazaar, there were shops, boutiques and kiosks leading to the Bazaar and down every street. This was a shopper’s paradise. It was rare to see women working in the shops though; men dominate the market place even in shops where only women’s undergarments were sold.

The Turks are masters at bargaining so be prepared. Don’t pay the price marked on the item or you will have insulted the shopkeeper. If we left home thinking the last thing we needed was a Turkish rug, think again. We would be invited into a shop, offered a cup of sweet apple tea, or black coffee served in a cute little demitasse cup, and the bargaining would begin. Don’t be surprised if you go home with a rug, we did.

Also worth visiting was the Spice Market. Before entering the huge partially covered areas, the smell of cinnamon, mint and thyme greeted us at the door. Upon entering, I was hypnotized by the beautiful brilliant reds, oranges and yellows of every spice and herb imaginable. They were displayed in large jute sacks neatly stacked on the floor at the entrance to each little shop or in glass containers on shelves that lined the walls of the shops. The aroma of coffee beans, bulk tea and fresh baked goods made our mouths water. Be sure to purchase Saffron and pure Vanilla while you are there, the prices were reasonable and makes for wonderful gifts for family and friends back home.

There are many tours available in Istanbul and they offer English speaking guides. She Tours picked us up at our hotel and brought us back at no extra cost. The first stop on our tour was the beautiful Beylerbeyi Palace on the Asiatic shore of the Bosphorus Strait. It was the summer residence of the Ottoman Sultans, built in 1865 and is now a Museum for the public. As we entered the Palace, we were given plastic boots to cover our shoes, our purses were searched and we went through a metal detector before starting our tour. Continuing on, we crossed The Bosphorus Toll Bridge linking Europe and Asia and then stopped at Camlica Hill, the highest point in Istanbul. The view of the city was breathtaking. This tour lasted five hours, cost $30.00 U.S. each and was well worth the money. She Tours offer many tours, one to fit every interest and time schedule. The larger hotels are happy to arrange the tours for you.

We didn’t need a tour guide to visit The Museum of Haghia Sophia or “Divine Wisdom” that was built in the 6th century or, The Blue Mosque named for the blue tiles covering its interior walls and built in the 17th century. The Blue Mosque is the only mosque in the world with six minarets and is the most beautiful and grand mosque in Istanbul.

We also visited The Beyazit Mosque the oldest mosque in Istanbul; the entrance fee was $2.00 U.S. per person however we found out later it should have been free admission. This mosque was the only one where we had to remove our shoes, and I was given a scarf to cover my hair. The scarf smelled musty and wasn’t terribly clean.

The Turks are purists in their culinary tastes so food wasn’t smothered in sauces and very little herbs or spices were used in the dishes we tried. The seafood was local and tasted fresh and was usually served with boiled rice; it was very tasty. A favorite meal of the locals was a Kebap; a large roll of mutton or beef cooked slowly on a vertical skewer in front of a heating element. When we ordered a Kebap, we could watch as it was shaved from the roll and served on an open bun. We didn’t need anything with it, it was very tasty all by itself.

The evening meals could be compared to an evening of entertainment. We were wined and dined for hours in air conditioned restaurants or outside on the patios and we would leave full and feeling like we had made new friends.

Breakfast was not a popular meal in Istanbul. If your hotel doesn’t offer it, be prepared, restaurants don’t open for business until late in the morning. We were fortunate to be staying in a hotel that offered a large variety of fresh breakfast items every morning; items like sweet buns, yogurt, cereal, hot soups and scrambled or boiled eggs. Their morning drink was the ever popular Tang orange juice.

The water in Istanbul was safe to drink but not wanting to take chances, we purchased our own bottled water very cheap (5 liters for the equivalent of 90 cents).

Every evening we would watch from our hotel window as vendors pushed their carts up and down the streets, offering stuffed mussels, meatballs made from barley, and pancakes filled with raw meat, as well as other carts loaded with every kind of fresh garden vegetable and locally picked nuts. And, not to be overlooked, Istanbul does have a MacDonald’s Restaurant for those who want to try Turkish hamburgers, french-fries and ice cream.

We never found a Laundromat anywhere in the city. With the use of sign language and lots of laughter, the maid in our hotel understood that we needed to do some laundry. She took it with her and brought it back the next day, ironed and hanging on hangars or folded very neatly. We used the service twice and the cost was $100.00 U.S. I would recommend purchasing clean clothes as you need them; Turkish made clothing was very inexpensive to buy, and fun to shop for.

Istanbul is the largest city in the Republic of Turkey. It has a population of more than nine million people and can have as many as eight million tourists visiting at one time. It’s main religion is Muslim; five times during the day and night, at precise times, we would hear the call to prayer from the various mosques. In the beginning, especially when we were awakened in the night, we would hear wailing echoing through the city, however after a few days and after we knew where the sounds were coming from, we became accustomed to it and actually listened for it.

The currency is the Turkish Lire. There were many banks in Istanbul; the most popular being the Yapi Kredi Bank where we could exchange our money or if the banks were closed, we had no problem using the many ATMs situated around the city.

Tipping was not the norm but just like at home, when we were given good service, we felt they had earned a tip. In our hotel, by the time we were leaving for home, we had trained the staff to accept our tips; they had definitely earned them.

This holiday was an amazing experience. I have barely touched on the many interesting places we visited. It wasn’t necessary to know the history, the language, customs or currency before embarking on this trip to Istanbul. We were made to feel welcome by everyone and the language barrier, only a minor inconvenience. I would be amiss if I didn’t mention that at times there was the odd hint of terrorism but nothing that affected us in any way nor would it stop us from returning to Istanbul.

As we were loading our luggage into the taxi to take us back to the Atutark Airport for our journey home, the staff on duty and the ones not working at The Hotel Zurich that evening came out to bid us a fond farewell and safe trip. Has that ever happened in any other country? I know we have never experienced it, and it was such a wonderful feeling to know we were accepted, respected and considered their friends.

If you are looking for an exotic holiday destination, with friendly, hospitable people, an ideal climate and beautiful scenery or if you want to explore a city filled with Ancient sites and ruins mixed with increasing modernization, or how about just a fabulous shopping holiday well, Istanbul is the destination for you.

Turkish is a country located between Asia and Africa. Istanbul is a city in Turkey which is the largest and most populous city. In the Roman era, the city known as Constantinople. This is taken from the name penemunya a Roman warrior named Konstantin.

Istanbul has many old buildings that still mosque terawat. One of them, Yeni Mosque, built in the period 1577 to 1663. This mosque has a typical architecture of figured laiknya mosques in Europe. In addition to the many tourists, this page is also a mosque filled by hundreds of dove.

There is also a Mosque Rustam Pusha founded by Solomon on The Magnificent in 1580. Solomon is one of the Ottoman sultans from the Kingdom of the oldest features a period of leadership among other Sultans. At that time, Solomon is very rich, so famous old mosque is enclosed ceramic-ceramic which is very expensive in their time.

In the other corner of Istanbul's many mosques and Ottoman heritage Kingdom Roman. Sulaymania mosques, for example, is a place of worship that are big on zamannya. The building, which was established by Sultan Sulaiman has four towers and ten balconies. It has meaning, Solomon was the fourth sultan in Istanbul and in the tenth king of the Kingdom of Ottoman.

Sinan designed mosque Sulaymania, namely architecture and renowned expert in zamannya. Sinan design is very perfeksionis. This is seen from the characteristics and acoustics so perfect that a mosque imam and khotib no need to use the speaker. The most important part in the mosque is the tomb along with Solomon, his children. Solomon died in Hungary during the age of 71 years in 1566.

For tourists who love shopping can visit the oldest shopping malls in Istanbul, namely Akmerkez. Traveler can also stop by in the Kanyon shopping is the latest in the city. Various items from famous brands in the world can be found in shopping malls that have this unique architecture.

Every weekend, often invite musicians Kanyon in Istanbul reliable for entertaining visitors. There is also the largest shopping malls in Europe, namely Cevahir. Even since 2005 the building is defined as the largest mall in the world.

Traditional markets in Istanbul or known by the name of Spice Market can also be an alternative place for tourists. Standing in the market since 1664, we can buy souvenirs and typical Turkish food. Various kinds of spices can also be purchased in this market. Spices in the Spice Market is very popular in Turkey. Section, almost all the food in Turkey is very rich in taste with the spices.

Meanwhile, the Grand Bazaar is the largest and oldest market in the Kingdom of Istanbul since Ottoman times. This market offers a range of textile products, jewelry, and souvenirs that can be diboyong visitors.

Want to enjoy the Istanbul crowd, tourists can visit the Taksim Square which is located in the heart of the city. Previously, in this area where there is water rationing for residents Istanbul. Not only that, sculptures hero who defend Turkey also stands majestic in the middle of this area.

Not far from Taksim Square, the visitor can Istiqlal Street. Two kilometers along the road is a nongkrong place of Istanbul. Different types of cafes, restaurants, night club, theater and decorate it the way along. There is also a means Tarkoz deadlock. Here visitors can buy various t-shirts with cheap price.

Tours in Istanbul the other is Galasa Tower built the Geneva on 14 th century. Galasa Tower was used to observe the ship in the harbor disandarkan Golden Horn. In addition, visitors can enjoy the typical food-food in Turkey under the bridge Galatasara.

Various tourism facilities in the city of Istanbul, Turkey, as the Terusan called the Bosphorus or the Bosphorus Cruise can become one of the city. With tickets at seven lira, the visitor can be the conduit connecting the Dead Sea and the sea of marmara. This is using the ship with 1500 passengers in time of the 1.5 hours.

During the trip, holiday pampered with beautiful historic buildings along the canal. Among others, used Galasa Tower migrants Geneva to oversee their ships. Travelers can also see the Palace Dolmabache from a distance. The palace where his death is a hero named Turkey Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in 1938.

Ship divided into three deck this will pass under the Bosphorus Bridge, built in 1973. This bridge connecting the Asian and European sides, where Turkey is located on the both sides of the continent is. There are also Kuleli Military High School Military School or Turkey that are used at the time of Ottoman kingdom.

Bosphorus Cruise ends at the Port of Rumeli. This means that visitors have entered the east of Istanbul. Around the harbor is a lot of restaurants that serve typical Turkish food. Tourists can enjoy the food while accompanied blast wind sea.

If a visit to the Istanbul, it must drop in tourism in the Historical Peninsula. This is a historic area, where visitors can see the fortress and palace Kingdom Ottoman heritage. Rumeli fortress, for example, built Rumeli Hisari Muzesi in 1452. This is used to manage traffic and sea defense for the Kingdom of the occupying Turkish Bynzantium few centuries back.

One of the largest buildings in the Historical Peninsula, the Topkapi Palace which is home to the Kingdom of the Ottoman sultan. The building is divided into four major sections and three main gates. To enter each section visitors will be charged 10 lira. On the first part of the palace, there is a church built in the Roman people. Nevertheless, the building is now used as a theater.

At the palace there is a second section harim or residence of the sultan's wife. The wife is taught how to dance, embroidery and play some music instruments. Besides sultan, the wife who was taken from the various countries this may not be seen by others. They are kept by yunak or people who have dikebiri Africa.

Rooms in the Topkapi Palace is located in harim section. There is also a room used for secret meetings. In this room, there is a shower of water to trick the sound when the meetings take place.

At the Topkapi Palace there are three schools for students aged 10 years. All children are chosen by the sultan from various corners of Turkey. Temporary residence of the sultan in the fourth area. This place is usually used for the sultan berbuka fasting on the first day of Ramadan.

Turkish cities may be made as tourist destination. Start tour of the beaches, beautiful islands, buildings, and high residual values, there is a history in this country. In other words, every region in Turkey have a unique.

City of Izmir, for example. The biggest city in this country there are many beautiful beaches nan. No wonder if this area is a tourist destination while in Turkey. Like other city attractions, here are also many lodging costs vary from U.S. $ 50 to U.S. $ 100 per night. The tourists can also be the way in each city with a fish pocket U.S. $ 200 to rent a car.

There are also Alacata, the city is a paradise for peselancar wind. Blowing in the wind Alacata strong and constant. In fact, each year, this area is always a good wind surfing competition national and international level. In addition to the school peselancar wind in the City of mushroom Alacata.

Tourists can also visit the beautiful castle in the city of Cesme. One of the rooms in the castle Cesme save many jar residual V Before century BC and jug residual XVIII century BC that was taken from the Sea of Cesme. All this jar was used to transport wine and oil.

This tower castle has a tower. Kingdom of Ottoman tower used for defense during battle with Russia in 1768. Until the end, Russia won battle. Now, in the vicinity of the tower there are a variety of cafes and restaurants that are usually used as a place nongkrong teenagers in Cesme.

The most crowded city in Turkey is visited Istanbul. In the center of this there is a place that made gladiator in the arena of the Roman or Byzantium. However, during the Ottoman kingdom, the arena is not used anymore. This is because the battle between humans and animals has been prohibited.

Far below the ground there is Istanbul Basilica System, where used to hold water on the Roman period. Visitors who stop by the Basilica System can feel a cool atmosphere. For lying under the ground and there is a pool of water.

Istanbul also has a variety of unique mosque. Masjid mosque blue or blue, for example. The mosque is surrounded by blue ceramic has six towers. The era of the Roman style of architecture seen in the building which was founded by Sultan Ahmed Sixth Istanbul. This building have been used as the beautiful mosque in Istanbul.

Other building that is the Church of Santa Sofia, built in 532 BC during the Roman residence. However, when the Kingdom of Ottoman rule, the church is its functions into the mosque. Building after the biggest pyramid in Egypt is to survive the coming era of Renaissance. Until the end, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk change of this building as the museum in 1933.

Visitors to Istanbul are advised to descend on the island or Buyukada big island. The largest in Istanbul is a favorite holiday place in Turkey. Tourists can feel the air clean and pollution free. Bicycles and horse-drawn carriage is the main transportation on the island.

No less interesting is Buyukada Island which is a tourist beach. One Nakibey. To enjoy the most beautiful beaches on the island, tourists at the rate 20 Lira. Traveler can enjoy the panoramic beauty of the sea, while sunbathing, and feel the warm sun Turkey

Turkish is a country located between Asia and Africa. Istanbul is a city in Turkey which is the largest and most populous city. In the Roman era, the city known as Constantinople. This is taken from the name penemunya a Roman warrior named Konstantin.

Istanbul has many old buildings that still mosque terawat. One of them, Yeni Mosque, built in the period 1577 to 1663. This mosque has a typical architecture of figured laiknya mosques in Europe. In addition to the many tourists, this page is also a mosque filled by hundreds of dove.

There is also a Mosque Rustam Pusha founded by Solomon on The Magnificent in 1580. Solomon is one of the Ottoman sultans from the Kingdom of the oldest features a period of leadership among other Sultans. At that time, Solomon is very rich, so famous old mosque is enclosed ceramic-ceramic which is very expensive in their time.

In the other corner of Istanbul's many mosques and Ottoman heritage Kingdom Roman. Sulaymania mosques, for example, is a place of worship that are big on zamannya. The building, which was established by Sultan Sulaiman has four towers and ten balconies. It has meaning, Solomon was the fourth sultan in Istanbul and in the tenth king of the Kingdom of Ottoman.

Sinan designed mosque Sulaymania, namely architecture and renowned expert in zamannya. Sinan design is very perfeksionis. This is seen from the characteristics and acoustics so perfect that a mosque imam and khotib no need to use the speaker. The most important part in the mosque is the tomb along with Solomon, his children. Solomon died in Hungary during the age of 71 years in 1566.

For tourists who love shopping can visit the oldest shopping malls in Istanbul, namely Akmerkez. Traveler can also stop by in the Kanyon shopping is the latest in the city. Various items from famous brands in the world can be found in shopping malls that have this unique architecture.

Every weekend, often invite musicians Kanyon in Istanbul reliable for entertaining visitors. There is also the largest shopping malls in Europe, namely Cevahir. Even since 2005 the building is defined as the largest mall in the world.

Traditional markets in Istanbul or known by the name of Spice Market can also be an alternative place for tourists. Standing in the market since 1664, we can buy souvenirs and typical Turkish food. Various kinds of spices can also be purchased in this market. Spices in the Spice Market is very popular in Turkey. Section, almost all the food in Turkey is very rich in taste with the spices.

Meanwhile, the Grand Bazaar is the largest and oldest market in the Kingdom of Istanbul since Ottoman times. This market offers a range of textile products, jewelry, and souvenirs that can be diboyong visitors.

Want to enjoy the Istanbul crowd, tourists can visit the Taksim Square which is located in the heart of the city. Previously, in this area where there is water rationing for residents Istanbul. Not only that, sculptures hero who defend Turkey also stands majestic in the middle of this area.

Not far from Taksim Square, the visitor can Istiqlal Street. Two kilometers along the road is a nongkrong place of Istanbul. Different types of cafes, restaurants, night club, theater and decorate it the way along. There is also a means Tarkoz deadlock. Here visitors can buy various t-shirts with cheap price.

Tours in Istanbul the other is Galasa Tower built the Geneva on 14 th century. Galasa Tower was used to observe the ship in the harbor disandarkan Golden Horn. In addition, visitors can enjoy the typical food-food in Turkey under the bridge Galatasara.

Various tourism facilities in the city of Istanbul, Turkey, as the Terusan called the Bosphorus or the Bosphorus Cruise can become one of the city. With tickets at seven lira, the visitor can be the conduit connecting the Dead Sea and the sea of marmara. This is using the ship with 1500 passengers in time of the 1.5 hours.

During the trip, holiday pampered with beautiful historic buildings along the canal. Among others, used Galasa Tower migrants Geneva to oversee their ships. Travelers can also see the Palace Dolmabache from a distance. The palace where his death is a hero named Turkey Mustafa Kemal Atatürk in 1938.

Ship divided into three deck this will pass under the Bosphorus Bridge, built in 1973. This bridge connecting the Asian and European sides, where Turkey is located on the both sides of the continent is. There are also Kuleli Military High School Military School or Turkey that are used at the time of Ottoman kingdom.

Bosphorus Cruise ends at the Port of Rumeli. This means that visitors have entered the east of Istanbul. Around the harbor is a lot of restaurants that serve typical Turkish food. Tourists can enjoy the food while accompanied blast wind sea.

If a visit to the Istanbul, it must drop in tourism in the Historical Peninsula. This is a historic area, where visitors can see the fortress and palace Kingdom Ottoman heritage. Rumeli fortress, for example, built Rumeli Hisari Muzesi in 1452. This is used to manage traffic and sea defense for the Kingdom of the occupying Turkish Bynzantium few centuries back.

One of the largest buildings in the Historical Peninsula, the Topkapi Palace which is home to the Kingdom of the Ottoman sultan. The building is divided into four major sections and three main gates. To enter each section visitors will be charged 10 lira. On the first part of the palace, there is a church built in the Roman people. Nevertheless, the building is now used as a theater.

At the palace there is a second section harim or residence of the sultan's wife. The wife is taught how to dance, embroidery and play some music instruments. Besides sultan, the wife who was taken from the various countries this may not be seen by others. They are kept by yunak or people who have dikebiri Africa.

Rooms in the Topkapi Palace is located in harim section. There is also a room used for secret meetings. In this room, there is a shower of water to trick the sound when the meetings take place.

At the Topkapi Palace there are three schools for students aged 10 years. All children are chosen by the sultan from various corners of Turkey. Temporary residence of the sultan in the fourth area. This place is usually used for the sultan berbuka fasting on the first day of Ramadan.

Turkish cities may be made as tourist destination. Start tour of the beaches, beautiful islands, buildings, and high residual values, there is a history in this country. In other words, every region in Turkey have a unique.

City of Izmir, for example. The biggest city in this country there are many beautiful beaches nan. No wonder if this area is a tourist destination while in Turkey. Like other city attractions, here are also many lodging costs vary from U.S. $ 50 to U.S. $ 100 per night. The tourists can also be the way in each city with a fish pocket U.S. $ 200 to rent a car.

There are also Alacata, the city is a paradise for peselancar wind. Blowing in the wind Alacata strong and constant. In fact, each year, this area is always a good wind surfing competition national and international level. In addition to the school peselancar wind in the City of mushroom Alacata.

Tourists can also visit the beautiful castle in the city of Cesme. One of the rooms in the castle Cesme save many jar residual V Before century BC and jug residual XVIII century BC that was taken from the Sea of Cesme. All this jar was used to transport wine and oil.

This tower castle has a tower. Kingdom of Ottoman tower used for defense during battle with Russia in 1768. Until the end, Russia won battle. Now, in the vicinity of the tower there are a variety of cafes and restaurants that are usually used as a place nongkrong teenagers in Cesme.

The most crowded city in Turkey is visited Istanbul. In the center of this there is a place that made gladiator in the arena of the Roman or Byzantium. However, during the Ottoman kingdom, the arena is not used anymore. This is because the battle between humans and animals has been prohibited.

Far below the ground there is Istanbul Basilica System, where used to hold water on the Roman period. Visitors who stop by the Basilica System can feel a cool atmosphere. For lying under the ground and there is a pool of water.

Istanbul also has a variety of unique mosque. Masjid mosque blue or blue, for example. The mosque is surrounded by blue ceramic has six towers. The era of the Roman style of architecture seen in the building which was founded by Sultan Ahmed Sixth Istanbul. This building have been used as the beautiful mosque in Istanbul.

Other building that is the Church of Santa Sofia, built in 532 BC during the Roman residence. However, when the Kingdom of Ottoman rule, the church is its functions into the mosque. Building after the biggest pyramid in Egypt is to survive the coming era of Renaissance. Until the end, Mustafa Kemal Atatürk change of this building as the museum in 1933.

Visitors to Istanbul are advised to descend on the island or Buyukada big island. The largest in Istanbul is a favorite holiday place in Turkey. Tourists can feel the air clean and pollution free. Bicycles and horse-drawn carriage is the main transportation on the island.

No less interesting is Buyukada Island which is a tourist beach. One Nakibey. To enjoy the most beautiful beaches on the island, tourists at the rate 20 Lira. Traveler can enjoy the panoramic beauty of the sea, while sunbathing, and feel the warm sun Turkey

Why Benidorm for Christmas Dinner? Why not

What is so special about being abroad on Christmas day? What can you get abroad that you can not get in the UK or countries with the same climate at this time of year, a sun tan?

Things to do on Christmas day under the hot Spanish sun, play a round of golf/water ski/swim/ snorkel/sunbathe or to walk around half naked are just a few other things to make your Christmas extra special..

Overlooking the beach while eating Christmas lunch is a phenomenal experience; and should you decide to extend your stay through to the New Year then expect fireworks (Excuse the pun) as the clock strikes midnight all hell breaks loose in Benidorm.

Marvelous firework displays light up the sky over the hotels along the promenade beach front. New Year celebrations continue through to the early hours with bangs and explosions that can be heard all over the Costa Blanca.

This is the only time you will get shivers down your spine in a hot country.

Why not have the best of both worlds if caravan/camping holiday's are your forte. Benidorm has great camp sites and caravan parks. What a great start to your holiday with guaranteed sunshine by choosing to spend Christmas abroad.

Costa Blanca is an absolute fabulous choice for campers/ tourists. This coastal region of Spain has the cleanest golden sandy beaches any one could wish for on a holiday. It has been awarded the blue flag emblem so many times for cleanliness; surely that speaks volumes alone.

An all year round resort with so much to do and plenty to see, Benidorm can accommodate the laid back I want to relax tourist or party animals wanting to dance the night away. This is definitely the place for all the Michael Flatleys out there.

The Entertainment scene is lively colorful and action packed, all sparkle and glitter similar to a mini Las Vegas with neon lighting. Wonderful quaint little fishing villages surround the whole of the Costa Blanca, so if the gypsy blood in you urges you to travel then do it. Go see more of the beauty behind Benidorm.

No need to budget in Benidorm, you will find your holiday money will stretch far beyond belief especially on fully inclusive deals. A great gift for the kiddies on Christmas day as much ice cream as they can eat then down to the beach to bury mum/dad in the sand. Food is fantastic and so cheap, recipes to suit all European palettes.

Searching for romance or maybe looking to wed on the beaches of Benidorm, then this is the place with ideal settings for love.

For campers then it has to be Excalibur Caravan Park with its medieval look and feel where you will find statuettes of the sword in the stone and more. These statues stand higher than a house.

A tranquil atmosphere greets you on entering this park with its Camelot theme. The sweet scented aroma of the flowers ousting out of the tubs and flowerbeds in the entrance alone is sight not to miss. Excalibur is a camper's paradise.

Why Benidorm for Christmas Dinner? Why not

What is so special about being abroad on Christmas day? What can you get abroad that you can not get in the UK or countries with the same climate at this time of year, a sun tan?

Things to do on Christmas day under the hot Spanish sun, play a round of golf/water ski/swim/ snorkel/sunbathe or to walk around half naked are just a few other things to make your Christmas extra special..

Overlooking the beach while eating Christmas lunch is a phenomenal experience; and should you decide to extend your stay through to the New Year then expect fireworks (Excuse the pun) as the clock strikes midnight all hell breaks loose in Benidorm.

Marvelous firework displays light up the sky over the hotels along the promenade beach front. New Year celebrations continue through to the early hours with bangs and explosions that can be heard all over the Costa Blanca.

This is the only time you will get shivers down your spine in a hot country.

Why not have the best of both worlds if caravan/camping holiday's are your forte. Benidorm has great camp sites and caravan parks. What a great start to your holiday with guaranteed sunshine by choosing to spend Christmas abroad.

Costa Blanca is an absolute fabulous choice for campers/ tourists. This coastal region of Spain has the cleanest golden sandy beaches any one could wish for on a holiday. It has been awarded the blue flag emblem so many times for cleanliness; surely that speaks volumes alone.

An all year round resort with so much to do and plenty to see, Benidorm can accommodate the laid back I want to relax tourist or party animals wanting to dance the night away. This is definitely the place for all the Michael Flatleys out there.

The Entertainment scene is lively colorful and action packed, all sparkle and glitter similar to a mini Las Vegas with neon lighting. Wonderful quaint little fishing villages surround the whole of the Costa Blanca, so if the gypsy blood in you urges you to travel then do it. Go see more of the beauty behind Benidorm.

No need to budget in Benidorm, you will find your holiday money will stretch far beyond belief especially on fully inclusive deals. A great gift for the kiddies on Christmas day as much ice cream as they can eat then down to the beach to bury mum/dad in the sand. Food is fantastic and so cheap, recipes to suit all European palettes.

Searching for romance or maybe looking to wed on the beaches of Benidorm, then this is the place with ideal settings for love.

For campers then it has to be Excalibur Caravan Park with its medieval look and feel where you will find statuettes of the sword in the stone and more. These statues stand higher than a house.

A tranquil atmosphere greets you on entering this park with its Camelot theme. The sweet scented aroma of the flowers ousting out of the tubs and flowerbeds in the entrance alone is sight not to miss. Excalibur is a camper's paradise.