Photo: Ivan Kmit
Despite the quake that caused major loss of life and leveled entire neighborhoods, Turkey is hoping the tourists keep coming. But what kind of vacation can they expect?
Source: Turkey was devastated by an earthquake. Here’s what that means for tourism | CNN
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The monumental stone heads of Mount Nemrut and other UNESCO-listed statues in southeastern Türkiye were not damaged in the powerful earthquakes that shook the region last month.
Source: UNESCO-listed Monumental Mount Nemrut statues survive Türkiye quakes
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Here are some of the most important historical locations devastated by the earthquake in Turkey.
Source: Significance of the damaged historical sites in Syria and Turkey
Photo Chris McGrath
Though Monday’s earthquakes destroyed several historic sites, some of the iconic historical heritage that is invaluable to science as well as Turkey’s economy has survived.
Source: Prehistoric world heritage site Gobekli Tepe survives Turkey earthquakes
Photo: Mustafa Kaya
Source: UNESCO fears damage to Syrian, Turkish heritage following devastating earthquakes
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The sixth-century architectural masterwork is located in Istanbul, Turkey.
Photo: Muhammed Enes Yildirim
The Hagia Sophia, originally built as a church in the sixth century, is an architectural site that reflects the various religious changes the Mediterranean region faced over the years.
Source: In Turkey, a wealth of early church remains beckons the Christian traveler
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Gobekli Tepe is one of the oldest human-built structures in the world. Despite the best efforts of modern science, it is still largely a mystery.
Source: Gobekli Tepe: The world’s first temple that’s 6,000 years older than Stonehenge
Photo: Benh Lieu Song
The ancient Greek city of Ephesus on the coast of Ionia is set to once again have a harbor on the Aegean coast, according to an ambitious new project.
Source: Ancient City of Ephesus to Reunite with Sea After 2,500 Years
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In 2021, the site welcomed 5,67,453 visitors, despite the covid-19 pandemic…
Source: Turkiye: World’s Oldest Temple Breaks Visitor Record And Attracts New Tourists
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In Turkey, at the intersection of Europe and Asia, lies a remarkable wonder of ancient engineering – the Hagia Sophia of Istanbul. Now archaeologists are using new technology to examine this monument.
Source: Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia – Ancient Superstructures, Season 2 Episode 3
Photo: Hype
Whatever the destination, it is often said that getting there is the best part of the trip. Türkiye certainly offers the finest of both experiences. Bordered by the Mediterranean, Aegean and the Black Sea, this majestic paradise presents stunning vistas and lush landscapes, historical treasures, local delicacies, and an unhurried approach that brings joy to the journey.
Source: Travel: 5 Most Beautiful Road Trip Routes In Türkiye – Hype Malaysia
People visit tomb-sanctuary on Mount Nemrut in Adiyaman Province, Turkey-
Source: People visit tomb-sanctuary on Mount Nemrut in Adiyaman Province, Turkey
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A geometric patterned floor mosaic was unearthed during the excavations carried out around the Red Basilica in Pergamon, an ancient city in western Turkey
Source: 1,800-year-old Geometric Patterned Mosaic Found In The Ancient Greek City Pergamon Now Modern Turkey
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Distinguished 11th-century Great Mosque and Hospital of Divrigi, located in the Sivas province of the South-West Turkiye, were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1985. According to UNESCO, this region of Anatolia was conquered by the Turks at the beginning of the 11th century.
Photo: Joseph Quinlan
Photo: Anadolu Agency
Source: ‘Firsts’ of Anatolia: Land of culture, history and architecture
Photo: Anadolu Agency
Source: Turkey’s ancient city Ani visited by 34,500 tourists in 2 months
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