TURKEY‘S

BEAUTIES
MADEBY:NAZ USTAİBRAHİMOĞLU
CLASS:10-B

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 1.Cappadocia: A Land Of
Fairy

Chimneys
•Located in central Anatolia, Cappadocia is a region unlike any
other. It's surreal landscape is characterized by cone-shaped
rock formations known as fairy chimneys, which were created
by volcanic activity millions of years ago. Dreamy photos of
hot-air balloons over Cappadocia – The sheer joy of getting
up in the air and admiring the Mars-like landscape of
Cappadocia while gliding over its weird rock formations put a
smile on your face that refused to go. The Cappadocia region
of Turkey is known for its “Fairy Chimney” cave dwellings,
making it one of the most unique places to visit in Turkey.
Cappadocia was one of the earliest Christian settlements, and
to avoid persecution, many people lived underground. Tourists
can wander through the narrow tunnels and passageways and
see the labyrinth of cave systems that include places for
livestock, churches and wineries.

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 2.Pamukkale: The
Cotton Castle
•Pamukkale in Turkey is the beautiful spot known for the
unreal pictures of perfect blue pools of water in what
appears to be snowy surroundings. These terraces – called
travertines – are one of the natural wonders of Turkey and
have been designated as a World Heritage Site by
UNESCO. They’ve been formed over many years by
calcium that has washed down in the water and gradually
hardened. These terraces are one of the natural wonders of
Turkey and have been designated as a World Heritage Site
by UNESCO. Visitors can walk on these terraces, soaking
in the warm, mineral-rich waters while taking in the
panoramic views of the surrounding landscape.

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 3.ANTALYA – The
Tourism Capital

•Antalya is best known as being the Turkish Riviera

and is the most stunning part of Turkey’s
Mediterranean coastline. This is an urban metropolis
much like Istanbul but with the kind of laid-back
charm only a city with world-renowned sandy beaches
can offer. A beautiful history lies beneath the surface:
Antalya is dotted with mosques, churches, and a
Turkish bath from ancient times designed in the Greco-
Turkish style.Antalya’s historic center is the place you
don’t want to miss. In Kaleiçi, you can admire the
beautiful Hadrian’s gate, enjoy a stroll along shop-
filled streets, or eat an ice cream near the harbor. Don’t
forget to visit Antalya’s museum, you will be amazed
by its incredible archeological collection.

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 4.ALACATI: A CHARMING
ALTERNATIVE TO CESME
•Alacati is a little peninsula in Izmir, Cesme which is by
the Agaen Sea. Stone Houses with beautiful flowers,
shabby chic cafes and cute small restaurant make the old
town special. The old stone houses which were built in the
19th century are under monument protection. Back then
mostly Greek people were living there which you can still
see and feel.One of the most beautiful places in Turkey, the
small village of Alacati remains a lesser-known
area.Famous for its mills, cobblestone streets, and roadside
cafes and boutiques, the trendy town is a hallmark for
lovers of wine and good food.

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 5. MARDIN – The
home of Cultural Mix
•Floating on a rocky outcrop above the Mesopotamian plain, the
city of Mardin in Anatolia is both a time capsule and a living
library of history, archaeology and religious heritage. Mardin is
one of the oldest cities of upper Mesopotamia, located in
Southeastern Anatolia region of Turkey. Time travel is not a
dream. Mardin is a truly enchanting city and adds a different
colour to Turkish tourism with its beautiful architecture, varied
ethnography, archaeological wonders, historical heritage and
visual values. There is immense beauty in Mardin’s diversity: The
proliferation of churches and mosques belonging to different
denominations attest to the area’s long and storied history. Be sure
to visit the Meryem Ana Syriac Catholic Church (1895), the Surp
Kevork Armenian Apostolic Church, the Mor Hirmiz Chaldean
Catholic Church, and the Mor Petrus and Pavlus Assyrian
Protestant Church.

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6. SANLIURFA – The•onPredating Stonehenge by 6000 years, Şanlıurfa’s Göbeklitepe upends the widely-held views
the rise of civilization. In ancient cities such as Harran and Soğmatar, history going back

City That Changed millennia was established through studies and excavations. Many other monuments of ancient
civilisations, which have remained buried for thousands of years, are being brought to light one
by one by archaeological workings throughout the city. Şanlıurfa, with its wealth of biblical
Human History associations, is known as the “Jerusalem of Anatolia” and regarded as a holy site by Jews,
Christians and Muslims alike. Sanliurfa (Urfa) is the ideal place to stay when visiting the
world’s oldest temple, Gobekli Tepe. The Neolithic archaeological site is a mere 30 minutes by
road from the city. But Urfa has its own charms that make it more than worthy of your time.

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 7. GAZIANTEP –
City Of
Gastronomy

• Gaziantep is one of the oldest settlements in the

region, with roots that go back more than 10,000
years. This is a city where ancient history meets
culinary culture. Gaziantep was added to the
UNESCO Creative Cities Network as a city of
gastronomy in 2015. Between the fresh produce,
wonderful desserts, delicious sauces and blends of
flavours, there are more than 400 local specialties
to try in Gaziantep.

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 8. MOUNT NEMRUT: A
LESSER-KNOWN
ARCHAEOLOGICAL
SITE
•Well-known among Turkish people but still relatively obscure
on the world stage, Mount Nemrut is a true hidden gem.
Located in south-eastern Turkey within Mount Nemrut
National Park, this 2,100-metre-tall peak is one of the highest
in the country.Majestic as it may be, it’s not the natural
landscape that makes Mount Nemrut memorable – rather, it’s
the area’s ancient ruins. Recognised by UNESCO as the royal
tomb of Antiochus, the site dates to the 1st century BC. Huge
limestone heads now strewn across the volcanic soil once
topped seated statues depicting the Greek and Persian gods. At
some point in history the pantheon was ransacked and the
statues desecrated, creating the otherworldly scene you see
today.

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 9. Akdamar
Island, Lake Van
•One of Turkey’s largest lakes, Lake Van, is located in the
eastern part of the country close to the cities of Erzurum
and Kars. Formed by tectonic movements, the water is
naturally high in saline. In the 11th century, it formed a
land border between the East Roman Empire and the
Turko-Persian Seljuk Empire. Only accessible via ferry,
the Island is home to an abandoned 10th-century
Armenian Church of the Holy Cross. While strolling
around, you’ll come across ruins of a monastery that used
to serve the church in its heyday. The Armenian Apostolic
edifice sits on Akdamar Island just off the coast and can
be accessed by ferry for an up-close look.For the perfect
sunset spot, head to Van Fortress. Find more exciting
things to do in Van here.

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 10. ISTANBUL: THE
MOST BEAUTIFUL
CITY IN TURKEY
•Istanbul has to be one of the most beautiful cities in Turkey.
It’s a transcontinental city, meaning you can literally travel
between Europe and Asia in a matter of minutes – in fact, it’s
as easy as crossing a bridge. There are countless famous
landmarks to see in Istanbul, including the Hagia Sophia, the
Blue Mosque, Galata Tower, Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce
Palace, Ortakoy Mosque, and many more. And then there are
Istanbul’s hidden corners, including the gorgeous
Arnavutkoy neighbourhood, with its Ottoman-era mansion
houses. Built as a Byzantine cathedral in the fourth century,
the building was taken over by the Ottomans and converted
into a mosque before it was turned into a museum in the
1930s and became a mosque again as recently as 2020.

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