'Dawn Paints The Statues Gold': Favorite places of readers in Türkiye | Vacation of Türkiye

Dawn with ancient gods in Anatolia

When leaving the steep heart of Anatolia, Mount Nemrut offers one of the most surreal dawn experiences in the world. Here, the colossal stone heads of the ancient gods and kings look silently through the highlands, remains of a long time ago. As the first rays of dawn paint the gold of the statues, visitors are transported to an almost mythical kingdom. Start your trip in Gaziantep, often called Culinary Capital of Türkiye. Savor the rich Baklava and the spicy kebabs before leaving through the hills to Nemrut. After experiencing the majesty of the mountain, continue to Göbekli Tepe, considered the complex of the oldest temple in the world, before Stonehenge of Millennia.
Vural Ickin

Join the locals and eat in a büfe

It has become a little more expensive in Türkiye recently, so my advice is: eat in the Büfelerwhere taxi drivers eat. You find them in each bus station of each city and town. A light rice lunch with Kuru Fasulye (beans) at the top, perhaps a side of vegetable stew (despite all those Kebab stores, Turkish people do not eat as much meat as we like to think) and a Ayran (Yogurt drink) On one side would be my idea of ​​a perfect lunch. AFIYET OLSUN! (Enjoy your food), as they say in Türkiye.
Anna

Exploring the vibrant city of Eskişehir

Eskişehir is a vibrant and student city less than an hour and a half by train from Ankara. His name (“Old City”) is a track of the age of the place, around 1,000 a. C., but unlike some of the much more visited ruins and the ancient cities of Türkiye, it is a large place in the 21st century. The Odunpazarı houses in the oldest part of the city are wonderfully multicolored: it is a perfect area to enjoy a mandatory Turkish coffee and a piece of Lokum (Turkish delight).
Michael Kuipers

Authentic Turks near Ephesus

Discover two gems near exquisite Ephesus: Alaçatı, on the coast near Esmir, there is a picturesque and quiet town with fresh fish restaurants and sandy beaches; A little further south is şirince, a beautiful flower town that remains fresh even through the heat waves of July. You can explore the coast, visit thermal baths in spectacular Pamukkale, and Ilscter, or go to the Greek island of Samos for the day, while following the joy of a simpler and more authentic turkey.
Thomas

Lician ruins visited minor around kaş

Just above the popular coastal city of Kaş, hidden in the hills, there are the old phell ruins. The steep walk can be difficult, especially in heat, but the reward is worth it. Mass Lician tombs and worn stone ruins seem unexpectedly, like an Indiana Jones scene. Without crowds or noise, it is an unusual adventure in ancient history. If you are looking for something beyond beaches and tourist places, Phells offers loneliness, mystery and an impressive vision of a forgotten world.
Pinar green wood

Mardin's drilling mixture and radical views

My secret turkey advice would be Mardin, in the southeast. Honey houses on a waterfall at the top of the hill to the Mesopotamian plateau, and almost all hotels have a terrace with radical views in Syria. History is a mixture of Assyrian, Armenian, Chaldean and, of course Turkish, with museums, cresses and narrow streets. It is a Middle East sample but with the safety of travel in Türkiye. And the food …
Ann ozsivadjian

Supreme

The dark river is located on the outskirts of Alanya, in the Antalya region. A short taxi or bus trip will transport it from the bustling coastal city to a waterfall waterfall that flows from the Taurus mountains to the Mediterranean Sea. Trees and natural vegetation provide summer sun refuge, while restaurants next to the water offer traditional Turkish food and drinks. Relax at the tables located in the trees, have on the edge of the water or give yourself a dip in a pool full of icy mountain water, if you dare!
Natalie

Rowing on the Lyciana de Fethiye coast

The sea kayak along the wild southwest coast of Türkiye of Fethiye is an unforgettable experience. Drive beyond the hidden coves, the old ruins and the dramatic cliffs, before the friendly local guides prepare delicious traditional Turkish foods, and the sunsets shine intense red on the glass waters. Fethiye is a culturally rich city in the mountains and the sea, and the perfect launch point for a trip. If you are looking for beauty, loneliness and authentic connection, this is paradise.
Mikey

Walk to Impressive Ancient Termesses

We visited Antalya in February, and see some of the old sites on a crispy and sunny day with snow in the mountains in the background was brilliant. But the highlight of our trip was to make a walk in the Mount Güllük-Termessos National Park to see the old city of Termessos de Sollymi, and particularly in the impressive theater, located on the top of the mountain with panoramic views. You pass many interesting ruins along the way, but this is the jewel of the crown. We were alone, but if you want to do one day, I would suggest joining a hiking group for deep exploration.
Alison

Winning Council: timeless charm in Akyaka

On a spontaneous journey by road through southwest Turkey, I ran into Akyaka, a peaceful people and forged intact pine for mass tourism. The Azek river, so clear that it seemed unreal, flowed through the coffees next to the river where I saw the turtles pass. The locals welcomed me as a family, and the afternoons meant fresh seafood and golden sun plays. The architecture, wooden houses with carved balconies, gave the city a timeless charm. The paddleboard in the quiet sea at dawn was a moment that I will never forget. Debbie Skudra