20 Reasons to Visit Turkey

There are thousands of reasons to visit Turkey. We have listed 20 for you. Here are 20 reasons to travel to Turkey!

1. The world-famous Trojan War took place in Turkey. You can see a replica of the Trojan horse that was used in that war in Çanakkale.
2. The first church built by human beings is St. Peter's Church, if you want to see St. Peter's Church, turn your route to Antakya.
3. Göbeklitepe, the world's oldest temple, awaits history buffs in Şanlıurfa.
4. Ephesus and Halicarnassus, two of the most important places of the ancient world, are located within the borders of Turkey.
5. Nicholas (St. Nicholas), also known as Santa Claus, was born in Demre, a Mediterranean coastal town in Turkey.
6. The only city in the world that is located on two continents is Istanbul. Even this alone is enough for you to travel to Turkey.
7. According to Turkish tradition, a foreigner who comes to the door is considered a "guest of Allah" for three days. Prepare to be amazed at the hospitality of the Turks!
8. Turkey, with its traditional foods, is seen as one of the three most important flavor countries in the world. If you like to taste new flavors, do not delay your Turkey tour.
9. The first ecumenical council was held in the Iznik district in Turkey.
10. The writing was used for the first time by the people living in Anatolia in the ancient period. Copper tablets with inscriptions were found in an Assyrian trading colony.
11. The oldest tin mine in the world is also in Turkey. 96 kilometers from Tarsus.
12. In Çatalhöyük, you can see the first Neolithic drawings drawn by human hands. It was drawn on the walls built by people.
13. Anatolia has hosted some of the most legendary names in the history of humanity. For example, King Midas, Herodotus, St. Paul, Homer, and more...
14. Julius Caesar uttered his most famous saying "Veni, Vidi, vici" (I came, I saw, I conquered) after he defeated the Kingdom of Pontus in Turkey. The Kingdom of Pontus has disappeared, but there are many other things worth seeing in the Black Sea!
15. Anatolia has been worshiped by matriarchal goddesses for millennia. Cybele was born on these lands!
16. The house of the Virgin Mary, where she spent her last days, can be seen on the top of Bülbüldağ in Ephesus. It is a sacred place for all religions.
17. They say that the thermal waters of İzmir Balçova will cure every problem. There's no harm in trying!
18. The blue cruise on the Aegean coast is unlike any other cruise.
19. If you are curious about the color of turquoise, you will understand what it is in the resorts of the Aegean and Mediterranean.
20. Did you know that famous musician Dario Moreno lives in İzmir? Its name continues to be kept alive on the most beautiful street of İzmir. Moreover, on the street-facing Izmir's famous Historical Elevator!