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Turkey

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Nemrut Dagi, Anatolia

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At the crossroads of Europe, the Middle East and Asia, Turkey shares its borders with eight countries and three different seas: the Black Sea, the Mediterranean Sea and the Aegean Sea.

Its 7,200km of coastline boast picturesque beaches, quaint fishing villages, turquoise waters, vibrant nightlife, excellent shops, breathtaking natural scenery, historical sites and sunny skies. Tempted?

Go for a traditional Turkish bath, relax on one of the long sandy beaches, eat a genuine Turkish kebab, explore the limestone waterfalls at Parmukkale, get dirty in the Dalyan mud baths, or explore the unspoilt countryside of Olu Deniz National Park.

Turkey will delight and enthral, and is guaranteed to leave you hungry for more.

Flights to Turkey from the UK take approximately 4hrs.

About Turkey

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Snapshot

Capital: Istanbul
Language: Turkish
Currency: Euro
Time: GMT +2

Reasons to go:

  • Pamper yourself with Turkish baths, mud baths, exotic food and fantastic shopping 
  • 7,200 km of coastline boasts picturesque beaches, quaint fishing villages and turquoise waters
  • As night falls, towns and cities light up with great entertainment and seductive street markets

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