Top Highlights from My Turkey Trip

Do you like mountains? Or are beaches your thing? Are urban centers your dream getaway or do you prefer remote towns? Is it nightlife that interests you or do you want to spend your evenings exploring ancient towns? These are all the questions that tourists often ask themselves before planning their trip. Some of us have our preferences but for a soul like me, the answer is often all of these things.

Luckily for me, I have found one place that has all of them: Turkey. I went to visit Turkey a couple of months ago and it won’t be an exaggeration if I say that the country blew me away. Before I mention the highlights of my trip, I have a little but practical tip for you: if this is your first time in Turkey, book Turkey Holiday Packages and make your trip hassle-free.

Moments I’ll Never Forget from My Trip to Turkey

A Turkish Hammam Bath

I reached Turkey after a long flight of 15 hours from Malaysia with a stop at Dubai. The first thing I wanted was to relax and shake off the tiredness. I was lucky enough to find a spa within my hotel. Right after check-in, I went to the spa.

As I explored the different packages. I found one that was perfect for me. It started with a steam session for about 20 minutes, which was good enough to relax my muscles and eliminate negative energy. Next up was a massage session with some Turkish oils, and then came a bubble massage. The last step was water. My attendant poured numerous buckets of lukewarm water over me and provided me with some towels.

At the end, I was served some Turkish tea and candy delights.

A Visit to Mosques

The Turkish mosques have the honor of being the most beautiful in the entire world. As the country’s population is mostly Muslim, you will find a lot of mosques and each one of them is a work of art and creativity.

In my opinion, Hagia Sophia is the best mosque in Turkey. Its history is quite interesting as it used to be a church, then got converted into a mosque, then a museum and once again a mosque. However, one thing remained common: it stayed the center of attraction for almost everyone visiting Turkey.

Another mosque that I loved was the Blue Mosque. Its minarets and the blue dome make a perfect background for pictures. 

The Ancient City of Ephesus

As many of you might know, Turkey was home to many Greeks and Romans, and it must not come as a surprise that their lifestyle was grand. The good thing about tourists like me is that the place is well preserved. During my Turkey holidays, I went to explore the ancient city of Ephesus.

The remains of their buildings are preserved by the Turkish authorities as much as they can. The best of all is the Library of Celsus. It used to be the third largest library in the world at its time. The open-air theatre, Roman bathhouse and countless fountains are also among the sites to explore.

Explore the Magical City of Cappadocia

While Istanbul has its charm, the beautiful city of Cappadocia is no less. The best way to take in the city views is the hot-air balloon ride as evident from the fact that every morning tens of balloons fill up the sky. If you are travelling with your spouse, it is a great adventure to have and enjoy some alone time. Just a pro tip: book a private balloon ride for just the two of you.

The city is not only about exploring it from the top. It has many underground encounters waiting for you. The labyrinthine tunnels in Derinkuyu and Kaymaklı are also a must-visit place. You can find the settlements there and the different facilities that people used during their time there.

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Turkish Street Food

Turkey is nothing less than a heaven for a foodie and the best part is that you don't have to spend lavishly to enjoy the local cuisine. Everything that you find in a top-notch eatery is also available at food stalls around the country.

However, for me, the highlights of the Turkish street food included the local bagel, known as Simit.

Since we are talking about food, it would be an injustice if I didn't mention the local Turkish tea. The Turkish people drink a lot of tea and this tea is not something like the ones you drink in the UK. In Turkey, tea is not only a drink; it is a part and parcel of Turkish hospitality.

Turkish Museums

Just like there is an excess of many good things in Turkey, you will find a lot of museums as well. A typical museum in the country is home to many ancient things from different civilizations. I found the Ephesus Museum to be the best among all due to its wide collection of things. 

Inside the museum, you will find many things that will make you gasp but the two statues of Artemis dating back to 1st and 2nd centuries were the most amazing.

Wrap-Up

There are so many things to do and places to visit in Turkey that you might get confused. For this you need a reliable travel agency and for UK people, Virikson Holidays is the best. They offer amazing Turkey holiday deals with excellent facilities at affordable prices.