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PLACEAnkara · Landmarks

Anıtkabir

Anıtkabir is the mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürk, founder of the Republic of Türkiye, and one of Ankara's most important landmarks. The monumental complex includes the Road of Lions, Ceremonial Plaza, Hall of Honour and the Atatürk and War of Independence Museum.

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PLACEAnkara · Landmarks

Ankara Castle

Ankara Castle crowns the historic centre of the capital and preserves defensive walls shaped by Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk and Ottoman periods. The surrounding citadel streets contain traditional houses, workshops, museums and panoramic viewpoints over the city.

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PLACEIstanbul · Landmarks

Galata Tower

A medieval stone tower in Beyoglu offering panoramic views across the Historic Peninsula, Golden Horn and Bosphorus.

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PLACEIstanbul · Landmarks

Hagia Sophia

A landmark of Byzantine and Ottoman history, famous for its monumental dome, mosaics and position in Sultanahmet.

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PLACEIstanbul · Landmarks

Hippodrome of Constantinople

The former ceremonial and sporting center of Byzantine Constantinople, now part of Sultanahmet Square.

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PLACEKocaeli · Museums & History

Izmit Clock Tower

Built to commemorate the twenty-fifth anniversary of Sultan Abdülhamid II’s accession, this neoclassical stone and marble clock tower is an Izmit landmark. Fountains form part of its lower section.

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PLACECappadocia · Landmarks

Ortahisar Castle

A monumental natural rock citadel rising above Ortahisar, offering a distinctive landmark and wide views across Cappadocia.

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PLACECappadocia · Landmarks

Pasabag Monks Valley

One of the most recognizable fairy-chimney areas in Cappadocia, famous for tall formations with multiple stone caps and historic hermit cells.

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PLACEIstanbul · Landmarks

Rumeli Fortress

A fifteenth-century Ottoman fortress built at one of the narrowest points of the Bosphorus.

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PLACEIstanbul · Landmarks

Taksim Square

A major meeting point and transport hub at the northern end of Istiklal Avenue.

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PLACECappadocia · Landmarks

Three Beauties

A celebrated group of three capped fairy chimneys near Urgup and one of the most photographed symbols of Cappadocia.

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PLACECappadocia · Landmarks

Uchisar Castle

A prominent rock formation and viewpoint overlooking the surrounding Cappadocia valleys.

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Ağrı

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Amasya

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Ankara

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Explore Ankara, Turkey's capital, through Anıtkabir, Ankara Castle, the Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, historic Ulus, modern cultural venues and the traditional town of Beypazarı.

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Antalya

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Ardahan

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Artvin

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Explore Artvin through the dramatic Çoruh Valley, Kaçkar Mountains, alpine lakes, historic churches and castles, rafting routes and the remarkable natural and cultural landscape of the Camili Biosphere Reserve.

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Aydın

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Balıkesir

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Bartın

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Batman

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Explore Batman, where the ancient settlement of Hasankeyf, archaeological caves, historic bridges, the Tigris River and the landscapes of Sason reveal thousands of years of Mesopotamian heritage.

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Bayburt

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Bilecik

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Explore Bilecik, the birthplace of the Ottoman state, featuring the tombs of Ertuğrul Gazi and Şeyh Edebali, historic Söğüt, traditional crafts and important War of Independence sites.

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Bingöl

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Bitlis

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Bolu

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Burdur

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Bursa

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Visit Bursa for early Ottoman heritage, monumental mosques, historic bazaars, thermal traditions, the UNESCO-listed village of Cumalıkızık and year-round mountain experiences on Uludağ.

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Çanakkale

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Explore Çanakkale, where the ancient city of Troy, Gallipoli Peninsula, waterfront culture, Assos, Bozcaada and Gökçeada bring together archaeology, modern history and Aegean island landscapes.

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Çankırı

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Explore Çankırı, a central Anatolian city known for its vast underground Salt Cave, traditional Yaran culture, historic houses, museums, Ilgaz Mountain landscapes and ancient routes extending across the region.

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Cappadocia

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Çorum

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Discover Çorum, the heartland of the Hittite civilization, home to UNESCO-listed Hattuşa, the sanctuary of Yazılıkaya, Alacahöyük, important museums and a distinctive central Anatolian culinary tradition.

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Denizli

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Diyarbakır

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Explore Diyarbakır through its UNESCO-listed city walls and Hevsel Gardens, historic Sur district, Grand Mosque, traditional inns, local cuisine and landscapes shaped by the Tigris River.

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Düzce

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Discover Düzce, a nature-rich destination between Istanbul and Ankara, featuring Akçakoca’s Black Sea coast, forested plateaus, waterfalls, caves, Prusias ad Hypium and rafting on the Melen River.

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Edirne

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Explore Edirne, a former Ottoman capital near Turkey’s European borders, known for the UNESCO-listed Selimiye Mosque, historic bridges, traditional bazaars, Saros Gulf and the centuries-old Kırkpınar festival.

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Elazığ

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Explore Elazığ, where the historic settlement of Harput overlooks landscapes shaped by the Euphrates, Keban Dam and Lake Hazar, alongside ancient fortifications, traditional music and rich regional cuisine.

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Erzincan

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Explore Erzincan, a mountain-ringed eastern city offering the Girlevik Waterfall, Kemaliye’s stone streets, the dramatic Karanlık Canyon, historic Kemah and outdoor experiences along the upper Euphrates.

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Erzurum

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Discover Erzurum, one of eastern Anatolia’s oldest cities, known for Seljuk monuments, the Çifte Minareli Medrese, Palandöken ski slopes, Oltu stone craftsmanship and the natural landscapes surrounding Tortum.

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Eskişehir

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Discover Eskişehir, a lively university city shaped by the Porsuk River, with Odunpazarı’s historic houses, museums, parks, thermal traditions and nearby Phrygian and Ottoman cultural heritage.

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Gaziantep

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Explore Gaziantep, a celebrated culinary destination known for the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, historic bazaars, traditional copperwork, Gaziantep Castle and a rich food culture shaped by centuries of trade.

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Giresun

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Discover Giresun, a green Black Sea destination known for Giresun Island, its hilltop castle, historic coastal towns, mountain plateaus, traditional cuisine and landscapes shaped by hazelnut orchards.

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Gümüşhane

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Explore Gümüşhane, where the Harşit River and Zigana Mountains frame historic villages, monasteries, caves, mountain lakes, forests and the remarkable archaeological remains of ancient Satala and Santa.

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Hakkari

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Discover Hakkari, a remote mountain destination featuring the Cilo and Sat ranges, glaciers, high-altitude lakes, deep valleys, alpine plateaus, historic structures and a distinctive tradition of carpet weaving.

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Hatay

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Iğdır

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Discover Iğdır, Turkey’s eastern gateway on the historic Silk Road, with fertile plains beneath Mount Ararat, the Aras River bird habitats, Tuzluca Salt Caves and a distinctive multicultural food heritage.

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Isparta

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Istanbul

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Izmir

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Discover Izmir on Turkey's Aegean coast, from the waterfront atmosphere of Kordon and the historic streets of the city center to Alaçatı, Çeşme, nearby beaches and the ancient city of Ephesus.

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Kahramanmaraş

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Discover Kahramanmaraş, an Anatolian city beneath the Taurus Mountains, known for its historic bazaars, museums, traditional crafts, distinctive cuisine, famous ice cream and varied mountain and lake landscapes.

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Karabük

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Explore Karabük, home to UNESCO-listed Safranbolu and its preserved Ottoman houses, alongside dramatic canyons, caves, forests, historic bridges, mountain plateaus and a centuries-old saffron tradition.

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Karaman

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Discover Karaman, an important center of Turkish language and Karamanid history, featuring Karaman Castle, Binbirkilise, Taşkale, Manazan Caves, deep canyons and the volcanic landscapes surrounding Karadağ.

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Kars

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Explore Kars, a northeastern city shaped by Anatolian and Caucasian cultures, featuring distinctive stone architecture, Kars Castle, the ancient city of Ani, Lake Çıldır and Sarıkamış winter landscapes.

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Kastamonu

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Explore Kastamonu, where Ottoman architecture, historic towns and traditional cuisine meet Ilgaz Mountains, Küre Mountains National Park, Valla and Horma canyons, waterfalls and the western Black Sea coast.

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Kayseri

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Explore Kayseri, a historic Anatolian city beneath Mount Erciyes, known for Seljuk monuments, its castle and covered bazaar, traditional cuisine, winter sports and convenient access to Cappadocia.

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Kilis

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Discover Kilis, where Mediterranean and southeastern Anatolian cultures meet through historic stone houses, traditional mosques, Ravanda Castle, olive groves and a distinctive cuisine rich in spices and olive oil.

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Kırıkkale

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Discover Kırıkkale, a central Anatolian destination near Ankara featuring the Kızılırmak River, Çeşnigir Bridge and Canyon, historic railway heritage, Dinek Mountain, lavender fields and the musical traditions of Keskin.

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Kırklareli

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Explore Kırklareli, where Thracian heritage meets the Black Sea through İğneada’s floodplain forests, Kıyıköy, Dupnisa Cave, vineyards, archaeological sites and traditional villages surrounded by nature.

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Kırşehir

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Explore Kırşehir, a center of Anatolian spiritual and musical heritage known for Ahi Evran, Cacabey Madrasa, historic Kaman, Seyfe Lake, thermal springs and the region’s influential abdal folk tradition.

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Kocaeli

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Explore Kocaeli, a convenient escape near Istanbul offering Marmara and Black Sea coastlines, Kartepe’s mountain scenery, Ballıkayalar Nature Park, museums, beaches, forests and year-round outdoor activities.

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Konya

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Discover Konya, a center of Seljuk history and spiritual heritage known for the Mevlana Museum, historic mosques, Sille village, traditional cuisine and nearby archaeological sites including Çatalhöyük.

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Kütahya

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Discover Kütahya, a historic center of tile and ceramic art known for Aizanoi Ancient City, the Phrygian Valley, Ottoman heritage, thermal springs, traditional crafts and the forests of Domaniç.

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Malatya

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Discover Malatya, an important Anatolian crossroads known for the UNESCO-listed Arslantepe Mound, historic Battalgazi, caravan routes, the landscapes surrounding the Euphrates and its internationally celebrated apricots.

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Manisa

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Discover Manisa, where the ancient Lydian capital of Sardis, Ottoman princely heritage, Mount Spil, traditional vineyards, historic mosques and the centuries-old Mesir Paste Festival reveal a rich Aegean identity.

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Mardin

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Explore Mardin, where honey-colored stone houses overlook the Mesopotamian plain and historic monasteries, mosques, bazaars, Dara Ancient City and the atmospheric streets of Midyat reveal a multicultural heritage.

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Mersin

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Explore Mersin, a Mediterranean destination with a long coastline, sandy beaches, Kızkalesi, ancient Soli and Anemurium, Tarsus heritage, mountain landscapes, caves and vibrant regional cuisine.

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Muğla

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Experience Muğla, where the Aegean and Mediterranean meet across Bodrum, Fethiye, Marmaris, Datça and Akyaka, with turquoise bays, ancient cities, coastal trails and lively resort towns.

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Muş

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Discover Muş, an eastern Anatolian destination featuring mountain valleys, Muş Castle, historic mosques and bridges, seasonal tulip landscapes and nearby Malazgirt, the setting of a defining medieval battle.

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Nevşehir

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Discover Nevşehir at the heart of Cappadocia, with Göreme’s rock-cut churches, fairy chimneys, underground cities, historic Ürgüp and Avanos, panoramic valleys and a centuries-old tradition of pottery and winemaking.

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Niğde

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Explore Niğde, a central Anatolian destination featuring Seljuk monuments, Gümüşler Monastery, ancient Tyana, volcanic landscapes and the Aladağlar Mountains, one of Turkey’s leading areas for hiking and mountaineering.

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Ordu

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Explore Ordu, where forested hills meet the Black Sea along a scenic coastline featuring Boztepe views, traditional villages, waterfalls, highland landscapes and the region’s celebrated hazelnut culture.

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Osmaniye

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Discover Osmaniye, a gateway between the Mediterranean and southeastern Anatolia, known for Karatepe-Aslantaş Open-Air Museum, ancient Kastabala, historic castles, thermal springs and the forested Zorkun Plateau.

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Rize

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Discover Rize, where tea gardens, misty valleys, rushing rivers and the Kaçkar Mountains surround highlights such as Zilkale, Çamlıhemşin and the traditional highland communities of the eastern Black Sea.

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Sakarya

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Explore Sakarya, a nature-rich destination near Istanbul featuring Lake Sapanca, the Sakarya River, forested plateaus, Acarlar Floodplain Forest, Black Sea beaches, historic bridges and traditional regional cuisine.

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Samsun

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Discover Samsun, a major Black Sea city known for its role in modern Turkish history, long coastline, museums, archaeological sites, the Kızılırmak Delta and convenient access to the central Black Sea region.

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Şanlıurfa

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Discover Şanlıurfa, home to Göbeklitepe, Balıklıgöl, Harran, archaeological museums, traditional bazaars and ancient stories that make the city one of southeastern Turkey’s most remarkable cultural destinations.

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Siirt

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Discover Siirt, an ancient Mesopotamian crossroads known for the dramatic Botan Valley, historic religious monuments, rock-carved houses, traditional blankets, copperwork, Pervari honey and distinctive regional cuisine.

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Sinop

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Explore Sinop, Turkey’s northernmost coastal city, with a historic harbor, old city walls, museums, quiet beaches, Hamsilos Nature Park, İnceburun and the cascading Erfelek Tatlıca Waterfalls.

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Sivas

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Explore Sivas, an important historic crossroads known for Seljuk madrasas, traditional architecture, thermal springs and the UNESCO-listed Great Mosque and Hospital of Divriği, surrounded by expansive Anatolian landscapes.

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Şırnak

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Explore Şırnak, a mountainous southeastern destination shaped by the Tigris basin, with Cizre’s historic monuments, Mount Cudi traditions, deep valleys, high plateaus, thermal waters and centuries-old weaving culture.

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Tekirdağ

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Explore Tekirdağ, a Marmara coastal destination offering historic Ottoman architecture, museums, vineyards, Şarköy beaches, Thracian traditions, regional cuisine and sweeping views across the Sea of Marmara.

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Tokat

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Trabzon

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Discover Trabzon on the Black Sea, a historic Silk Road port surrounded by green highlands and known for Sümela Monastery, Uzungöl, Trabzon Hagia Sophia and distinctive regional culture.

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Tunceli

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Discover Tunceli, where the Munzur Mountains, clear rivers, deep valleys and endemic wildlife create outstanding natural scenery alongside ancient settlements, local traditions and excellent hiking and rafting opportunities.

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Uşak

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Explore Uşak, a western Anatolian destination known for ancient Blaundus, the vast Ulubey Canyon, historic museums, traditional carpets, thermal resources and cultural landscapes shaped by Phrygian, Lydian and Ottoman heritage.

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Van

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Discover Van, where ancient Urartian heritage meets the vast waters of Lake Van, with Van Castle, Akdamar Island, mountain landscapes, distinctive regional cuisine and the famous Van cat.

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Yalova

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Discover Yalova, a relaxing Marmara destination near Istanbul known for thermal springs, green forests, waterfalls, beaches, Karaca Arboretum and the historic waterfront mansion associated with Atatürk.

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Yozgat

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Explore Yozgat, a central Anatolian destination featuring Çapanoğlu Mosque, historic mansions, pine forests, archaeological sites, traditional cuisine and the ancient Roman thermal complex at Sarıkaya.

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Zonguldak

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Discover Zonguldak, where forested hills meet the western Black Sea through historic mining heritage, coastal caves, beaches, waterfalls, ancient settlements and the atmospheric port towns surrounding the city.

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