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Galata Bridge: The lively centre of Istanbul During a city trip to Istanbul, one question arises: “What is the liveliest place in Istanbul?” One of the best answers to this question is: “Clearly on, under and next to the Galata Bridge!” So ​​what makes the drawbridge over the Golden Horn so interesting? The Galata Bridge is one of the most important transport hubs in Istanbul. The many people passing by have created their own microcosm at the two-story drawbridge. This is why I like the Galata Bridge so much! The passing locals attracted sellers with typical street food from Istanbul. Above all, the all-time favourites the Simit and Balik Ekmek…

Sea of ​​Marmara (Region): 10 Interesting Places to Know! As a travel destination, the Marmara hardly ever appears in English travel catalogues. The small islands, bays and sandy beaches of the sea are a perfect addition to sightseeing in Istanbul. 10 places of interest on the Marmara Sea The Marmara Sea is enclosed by the European and Asian part of Turkey. In the north, it is connected to the Black Sea via the Bosporus and to the south via the Dardanelles Strait with the Aegean Sea. The 280 kilometres long and only 80 kilometres wide inland sea takes its name from the marble island of Prokonnessos. In ancient times it…

Kaleiçi: Antalya’s old town is a perfect combination of culture, food and boutique hotels Kaleiçi Antalya’s old town is one of my favourite places. I like the narrow streets, old Ottoman houses, sights from Roman times and the food … I visited Antalya’s old town at the invitation of ÖGER TOURS, and saw it for the first time together with a tour guide. So far, I have always visited Antalya without a tour group. This time I learned a few new things about Antalya’s old town from travel guide Süleyman that I didn’t know yet. 9 most beautiful places in the old town of Antalya and recommended hotels I always…

Olympos Beach: Beach vacation amidst a nature reserve The ruins of the ancient city of Olympos (near Cirali) remains almost unretouched in the Mediterranean forests of the Beydaglari Nature Park. It’s one of the few locations in Turkey that offer ecotourism. Only a few ruins have survived the once important settlement of the Lycian League. The walk from the golden yellow Olympos Beach to the ruins is an adventure in itself. It leads you along the Akca River into a narrow valley. Left and right of it are the last remains of the fortress wall of the former trading town, overgrown by the forest. In recent years, more and more…

Ortaköy: 7 places you can visit with the mosque in Istanbul! Ortaköy is one of the liveliest neighbourhoods in Istanbul. It belongs to the Besiktas district and is located just south of the Bosporus Bridge, along the Bosporus. Ortaköy is known for its nightlife, restaurants, boutiques, handicraft shops, kumpir stalls and of course the Ortaköy Mosque. Due to the nearby Galatasaray University, Ortaköy is also one of the youngest districts in Istanbul. You can find the view of the Ortaköy Mosque with the Bosporus Bridge in the background in all Istanbul travel guides. Here I will show you what you can do in Ortaköy in one afternoon. 7 things you…

Pamukkale & Hierapolis: (limestone terraces, travel tips) The limestone terraces in Pamukkale, along with the ruins of Hierapolis, are among the most well-visited attractions in Turkey. Because there is very little information about Pamukkale at a glance, I wrote a daily guide for Pamukkale-Hierapolis. 1. My tips for visiting Pamukkale-Hierapolis Day trips to Pamukkale-Hierapolis are available from all the seaside resorts, Cappadocia and Istanbul. The bus excursions cost € 50 to € 70, including entrance tickets and lunch. Usually, day trips include the Pamukkale-Hierapolis ticket. You should check that out before you leave. Otherwise, be sure to bring Turkish Lira with you! Only Turkish lira are accepted at the entrance…

Prince Islands: Paradise begins 20 kilometres south of the Bosporus On weekends, thousands of the locals in Istanbul make their way to the nine Prince Islands. This makes it one of the most popular excursion destinations in the city. After all, they are one of the few opportunities to enjoy nature, parks and beautiful sandy beaches on the Marmara Sea near the 15 million inhabitants. In this blog post, I tell you about my ferry trip from the Bosporus to the Prince Islands. With a ferry from Istanbul to the Prince Island of Büyükada: Sandy beaches, horse-drawn carriages and a Greek monastery … You can get to the Prince Islands…

The top sights in Turkey! I had more, but I didn’t want to list more than 21 sights in Turkey. From Istanbul to Cappadocia to Eastern Anatolia there are so many unique buildings and natural wonders to see. That’s why it wasn’t easy for me to choose. The most beautiful places in Turkey At the end of my list there are a few more attractions that didn’t make it into the top 21. But somehow, they still belong to it. 1. Blue Mosque in Istanbul (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) The Blue Mosque is one of the highlights in Istanbul. With its unique appearance and rich decorations, it is one of the…

Are you looking for the most beautiful beaches in Turkey? I’ve made a short list of the top beaches in the country. It was rather a difficult choice for me to make. Along the 7,200-kilometer coastline in Turkey, you will find a great selection of sandy beaches and secluded bathing bays. To make it easier for you to choose your seaside resort for the summer, I have included on my list the 14 most beautiful and famous beaches in Turkey. And then, I’ll tell you my favourite beach in Turkey. The most beautiful beaches in Turkey: inspiration for your next trip 1. The Oludeniz Beach and the Blue Lagoon The…

In addition to the top sights in Istanbul, there are many other interesting places to discover places in Istanbul. Here are 10 of my must-see places in Istanbul to visit As an “Istanbul connoisseur” you will have certainly visited some of these places before. As a traveller, you will find interesting places that have nothing to do with the well-known sights such as the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque or the Topkapi Palace. 10 interesting places to visit in Istanbul: insider tips and top sights 1. Orhan Pamuk’s Museum of Innocence Winner of tthe Turkish Nobel Prize for Literature, Orhan Pamuk, has set up a museum dedicated to the plot…