Turkey is where Orient meets Occident, a crossroads
for ideas, beliefs and cultures. This is expressed in the country's
art, literature, music and architecture, from the ancient Hittite
civilization through Roman, Byzantine and Seljuk influences
to the mighty Ottoman empire. The faces of its people reflect
its diversity; modern day Turkey is a cultural blend wrought
by history and its unique position between two cultures.
This rapidly modernising country, has one foot in Europe
and one in the Middle East. It's not all oriental magnificence,
mystery, intrigue and whirling dervishes but it is also captivating
history up against a rapidly evolving present.
The Turkish people have an unrivalled reputation for hospitality,
the cuisine is to die for, the coastline is a dream, and
many Turkish cities are dotted with spectacular mosques and
castles. And while costs are rising, Turkey remains one of
the Mediterranean's bargain-basement destinations.
Turkey is a paradise of sun, sea, mountains, and lakes that
offers the holiday maker a complete change from the stress
and routine of everyday life. From April to October, most
places in Turkey have an ideal climate that is perfect for
relaxing on sandy beaches or enjoying the serenity of lakes
and mountains.
Turkey also has a magnificent past, and is a land full of
historic treasures from 13 successive civilizations spanning
10,000 years. Even if you spend only a short time in Turkey,
you can see a lot of this great heritage.
There is no doubt that one visit will not be enough, and
you will want to come back again and again as you discover
one extraordinary place after another.
All of them, no matter how different, have one thing in common:
the friendly and hospitable people of this unique country.
