Turkey: Reasons Why You Should Visit at Least Once in Your Lifetime
Sep 20th, 2018

Famous thermal pool, wonderful Turkish cuisines, ancient buildings, ruins, beaches – these and so many other things are what make Turkey one of the most popular tourist destinations. A visit to this destination will not just be nice but MEMORABLE! It is a country one should visit at least once in a lifetime. The rich culture, beautiful people and many more in the country will leave you in awe! If you want to visit Turkey but you are still doubting, here are few reasons why you should consider visiting.

ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES

For tourists who are lovers of history, Turkey is a haven for you. Across the country, there are many archaeological sites to see. Ruins, palaces, underground cities and more.

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PAMUKKALE THERMAL POOLS

The Pamukkale thermal pools are very famous in Turkey, with over a thousand of it. The pools are one of the popular tourist attractions to visit when in Turkey.

WONDERFUL TURKISH BATH

Having a Hamam experience is very synonymous in Turkey. It is one experience tourists love to have when they visit the country. It is a very good way of relaxing while you are being scrubbed and massaged.

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AMAZING FOOD 

There are really amazing cuisines you can try in Turkey. If you are a foodie, you can visit Turkey for a very huge wonderful freshly prepared breakfast.

When in Turkey, try to visit Cappadocia It is a MUST! You’ll definitely not regret visiting. It is a small ancient city in Turkey famous for its mystical landscapes and hot air balloon ride. Here are 4 reason why we think you should see Cappadocia. Here there are really nice things to do and wonderful places to visit. See some of the best things to do when in Cappadocia.

TAKE A HOT AIR BALLOON RIDE

If ever you are thinking of taking a Hot balloon ride, Cappadocia is the only place you should do it. There is no place like Cappadocia in the world and the numerous balloons in the air makes it feel like a balloon festival. It’s insanely beautiful!

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SPEND AT LEAST A NIGHT IN A CAVE HOTEL 

or two or three! Whatever you decide, cave hotel accommodation is a must in Cappadocia. You‘ll experience first hand what it feels like to be Fred or Wilma Flinstone with modern day amenities.

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FROM THE CASTLE, GET A SCENIC VIEW OF THE VILLAGE 

Another reason to visit Cappadocia is for the scenic view from a castle in a small village called Uchisar. The castle which is the highest point in the area rests just at the top of a hill. The castle was carved out of rock which makes it look quite different from every other castle.

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EXPLORE FAIRY CHIMNEY

The Fairy Chimney remains the main attraction to Cappadocia. For many years, these strange rocks have been formed across the landscape. Some of these rocks actually look chimneys while some are just straight up.

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We will always choose Turkey as a destination over and over again. Since our last trip to the destination last year, it has been in our mind to visit again. And guess what, we are putting it on our nomad calendar next year!!!

You can read about our stay in Turkey here. Ever slept in a cave in Cappadocia?

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