Thursday, June 26, 2014

Vacations In Turkey Combining The Old With The New

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By David Morrow


Vacations in Turkey offer one the opportunity of holidaying in a mild climate. Seas, lakes and rivers abound in this region and have lead to a boom in the cruise industry. Reasonable priced boat trips give visitors the opportunity of exploring the many historical and natural wonder sites. Abundant sun drenched beaches dot the coastline and are a popular destination.

Cruises to visit eroded rock formations, spectacular volcanic gorges and ornately frescoed rock churches abound. One has so many options to choose from, mosques, ancient structures richly adorned with mosaic work, museums filled with artifacts from times gone by, theatres and much more.

Explore the covered bazaars filled with aromatic smells of spices from across the globe. Authentic handmade gifts, jewelry, metal work, marvelous carpets and rugs and impressive kelims all vie with one another for the buyer's attention. Strike a bargain whilst savoring enjoying a cup of Turkish coffee.

The conquerors who have claimed this area through the centuries left their make in the architecture scattered throughout this land. In modern time the cultures have intermingled to create a multi-cultural community. The cuisine on offer also reflects this diverse society. This interesting mix of Middle Eastern and Mediterranean creates a menu that will be any food lover's delight.

Hiking, biking, river rafting, scuba diving, wind surfing the choices are endless that Turkey offers the tourist. Soccer is the sport of choice with a huge following and golf has recently been introduced with the construction of some fine courses.

Turkish Baths are known worldwide and one just has to experience the real thing while holidaying here. If one is of a more Western leaning when it comes to relaxation the new Turkish spas will more that satisfy.

Vacations in Turkey present one with an exciting opportunity of learning about the old whilst enjoy new modern inexpensive accommodation. Traditional markets that have traded for a thousand years, street fairs and this varied cultural society will certainly require a return visit to enjoy to the fullest.




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