Türkiye Hotels & Travel Guide

A bridge between Eastern and Western civilizations: the glory of the Ottoman Empire and the mysteries of Cappadocia

🏛️ Official LanguageTurkish
💴 CurrencyTurkish Lira (TRY)
✈️ From JapanApproximately 11-12 hours from Japan

About Türkiye

A bridge between Eastern and Western civilizations: the glory of the Ottoman Empire and the mysteries of Cappadocia

Located on the border between Europe and Asia, Turkey has flourished since ancient times as a crossroads between Eastern and Western civilizations. Istanbul flourished as the capital of both the Byzantine and Ottoman empires, and is home to magnificent buildings such as Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace. The country also boasts unparalleled natural scenery, such as the fairy chimneys of Cappadocia and the travertine terraces of Pamukkale. Turkish cuisine is considered one of the world's three great cuisines, and you can enjoy a wide variety of flavors, including kebabs, baklava, and Turkish coffee.

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Istanbul

Istanbul

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A crossroads between Eastern and Western civilizations, an ancient city that still conveys the glory of Byzantium and Ottoman times

Main Attractions

Hagia SophiaBlue MosqueTopkapi PalaceGrand BazaarGalata Tower

Cappadocia

Cappadocia

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A World Heritage Site famous for its fairy chimneys, cave churches, and breathtaking views from a hot air balloon

Main Attractions

Goreme Open Air Museumfairy chimneysHot Air Balloon Toursunderground cityUchisar Castle

Antalya

Antalya

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A beautiful resort city facing the Mediterranean Sea, in the heart of the Turkish Riviera

Main Attractions

Kaleici Old TownHadrian's GateAntalya MuseumDuden FallsBeach Resort

Pamukkale

Pamukkale

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The travertine terraces known as the Cotton Castle are a mixed World Heritage site with the ruins of ancient Hierapolis

Main Attractions

Travertine terracesHierapolis Ancient CityCleopatra's Hot Springsancient theaterNecropolis

🎯 Türkiye Travel Tips

Best season

The best time to visit is from April to October. Summer is ideal for visiting the beaches along the Mediterranean coast, and spring and autumn are ideal for inland sightseeing. Many areas also have warm winters.

means of transportation

There are many domestic flights and a well-developed bus network. Istanbul has a complete subway and tram system. For long distances, buses are convenient and comfortable.

Payment Method

The Turkish lira is the currency. Card payments are common, but cash is required in bazaars and rural areas. Euros are also accepted in some areas.

Culture/Religion

The language is Turkish, but English is widely spoken in tourist areas. Although it is an Islamic country, please be careful about your attire when visiting mosques. The hospitality is friendly and warm.

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