Turkey is bordered by eight countries: Bulgaria to the northwest; Greece to the west; Georgia to the northeast; Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Iran to the east; Iraq and Syria to the southeast. The Mediterranean Sea and Cyprus are to the south; the Aegean Sea and archipelago are to the west; the Black Sea is to the north. Separating Anatolia and Thrace are the Sea of Marmara and the Turkish Straits (the Bosphorus and the Dardanelles), which define the border between Asia and Europe, thereby making Turkey transcontinental.

Due to its strategic location astride two continents, Turkeys culture has a unique blend of Eastern and Western tradition. A powerful regional presence in the Eurasian landmass with strong historic, cultural and economic influence in the area between Europe in the west and Central Asia in the east, Russia in the north and the Middle East in the south, Turkey has come to acquire increasing strategic significance.

Turkey is a big and rich country with full of history, nature, beaches, mountains and modern cities. We would like to let you know about the most popular destinations in Turkey:

-cappadocia is a place located central of Turkey. One hour away from Istanbul by plane and ten hours by bus. Unique in the world, cappadocia is a miraculous natural wonder consisting of the provinces of Aksaray, Nevsehir, Nigde, Kayseri and Kirsehir in Central Anatolia.

-ephesus is the most well-known ancient Greco-Roman city in Turkey. Located very near the Aegean coast and Izmir, it is an hour flight from Istanbul or ten hours by bus. The closest places to stay for ephesus are the small towns of Sirince, a beautiful mountain village, Selcuk, or Kusadasi. We highly reccomend a visit.

-pamukkale (Denizli), which means cotton castle, was formed over time by the natural hot springs, rich in calcium and carbonate, that flow down the slopes. Located in southern Turkey, a one hour flight or a ten hour bus ride brings you here from Istanbul.

-antalya, in addition to its tourist friendly beaches, the city of antalya features the largest ampitheater(Aspendos) in Turkey, which is still in use today for concerts. Kaleici, the old section of town built around a thirtheenth fortress, features boutique hotels, delicious restaurants, and activities for everyone.

-Konya, the home of Celaleddin-i Rumi (also known as Mevlana), is located in Central Anatolia. The Mevlana Mausoleum is a must see.

-fethiye (Blue Lagoon) , known as blue lagoon, has the best shores on the Mediterranean, . If you care on sea, sand, and sun this is a to be visited place with its historical sites as well.

-bursa has been the first capital of the Ottoman Empire. As to me you can also call it a reflection of Istanbul, also providing the most reputable ski centers of the country.

-Canakkale... The Dardanelles... This place has always been very special in the world history, and very dominant in every times. Troy will surely mean something to you, wont it?

-Safranbolu is a great architectural heritage of the Ottoman era... A living ancient town of Karabuk province.

-Trabzon. Here, at the heart of the Blacksea region you can witness all the beauties of the northern part of the country, as well as Sumela Monastery located in the Altyndere National Park which dates back to the 4th century.

-Agri is Turkeys most eastern district, the border crossing to Iran. Dogubeyazit, having a rich history, going back over than 2700 years to the times of the Kingdom of Urartu, and Ishak Pasha Palace, as well as Mount Ararat with the highest peak of all Anatolia (5,137 metres , 16,854 ft) will be your reasons for your visit.

-Kars had its own dynasty of Armenian rulers and was the capital of a region known as Vanand. For some time in late 10th century, before it was replaces with Ani, it has been the capital of the region. This is where the Church of the Apostles was built too...

-Van, The modern city is located on the plain extending from the Lake Van, at a distance of 5 kilometers from the lake shore. It has often been called "The Pearl of the East" because of the beauty of its surrounding landscape.

-Urfa, Modern Sanliurfa presents stark contrasts between its old and new quarters. The old town is one of the most evocative and romantic in Turkey, with an ancient bazaar still visited by local people to buy fruit and vegetables, where traditionally dressed and scarfed Arab and Kurdish villagers arrive in the early morning to sell their produce

-Mardin is a city in southeastern Turkey. The capital of Mardin Province, it is known for its Arab-style architecture, and for its strategic location on a rocky mountain overlooking the plains of northern Syria.

-Harran also known as Carrhae, is a district of Sanliurfa Province in the southeast of Turkey.

-Antakya is a provincial capital still of considerable importance as the centre of a large district, growing in wealth and productiveness with the draining of Lake Amik.

-Amasya is the administrative district of Amasya Province in northern Turkey. It covers an area of 1730 km², and the population is 133,000, of which 74,000 live in the city and the remainder in surrounding villages. Altitude is 411 m.

-Edirne is a city in Thrace, the most western part of Turkey, close to the borders with Greece and Bulgaria. It is the capital of Edirne Province

-Assos has different characteristics throughout the four seasons… It is ideal for those seeking silence and tranquility with its unspoiled nature and very clean air.

-Egirdir is a nice city that is partly built along the shore of the lake that carries its name, partly on an outcrop stretching into the lake and connected by a road to some small islands.