Cheap Holidays to Turkey Take You to Interesting Places

Turkey is a transcontinental nation with a rich cultural heritage and an intriguing history. With a larger part in western Asia and a smaller portion in south-eastern Europe, this country offers many historic attractions for its visitors. Many of them are a testimony to the fascinating tales of conquests by large empires of the ancient times, such as the Roman, Byzantine, and the Ottoman. During your time spent in this country, you'll also get the opportunity to explore its beautiful natural features. Among the most pleasing experiences would be relaxing on the wonderful beaches located in the coastal cities.

You'll get to enjoy cheap holidays to Turkey if you visit during winter, which begins in the month of November and lasts until February. In this season, the weather is chilly and rainy. As a result, many tourists avoid visiting in the winter season of this country and the hotels reduce their room rates to a great extent. Despite the cold and rainy climate, there are certain places in Turkey where you can enjoy some sunny days. The peak tourist season is spring from March to mid-June, as this time of the year is characterised by comfortable daytime temperatures. Summer from mid-June to mid-September is pleasant in the coastal cities but can be hotter in other parts of the country.

During your Turkey holidays, you'll get the chance to witness its two most popular attractions, the Aya Sofya and Sultan Ahmed Mosque. They are considered to be the architectural marvels of this nation. Another fantastic attraction worth exploring is the Topkapi Palace. The construction of this palace began on the orders of Sultan Mehmed II and it was expanded in the centuries that followed. You'll also be delighted to visit Ephesus, an ancient Greek city located in the Izmir province. While in Cappadocia, you can witness the rock-cut Byzantine churches and magnificent rock valleys. A famous place you must never miss while holidaying in this country is the Pamukkale town, which is home to awe-inspiring white travertine terraces.

While enjoying your cheap holidays to Turkey, you can venture outdoors and indulge in some thrilling activities. A hot-air balloon ride in Cappadocia would give you the right doses of fun and excitement as it allows you to soar over the fabulous rock formations. You can go island-hopping with the help of cruising trips on a yacht and savour the spectacular views on the way. If you wish to enjoy the paragliding adventures, visit the resort village of Oludeniz where this exciting activity can be experienced from the summit of the Babadag Mountain.

As you get around in different parts of the country, you can also relish the mouth-watering delicacies of the Turkish cuisine. One of them is a delicious soup called Corba, which the locals enjoy during their breakfast. Made using tomatoes and lentil, it is one of the most popular dishes of Turkey. You'll also like a popular street food known as 'Kumpir', which can be found mostly in the coastal cities. It comprises baked potato with various fillings like sausage, cheese, and pickles.

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I'm Daisy, content strategist for Lowest2, which offers budget-friendly holiday packages to worldwide destinations. Much of my work involves writing on holidays of other popular destinations.