Article by Justin Sweeney
The combination of a great climate, warm sea, and abundance of natural and archaeological points of interest make Turkey’s Turquoise Coast the perfect place to have a holiday. There are hundreds of things for people to see and do on the thousand kilometre shoreline along the Aegean and Mediterranean waters. With a number of resorts scattered across the coast there are so many places for people to stay and enjoy the weather and the scenery.
The ruins of the Mausoleum of Maussollos in Halicarnassus and the remains of the Temple of Artemis in Ephesus are also housed on the coast. With many other places of historical interest on the coast you can spend your time in the region enjoying the sunshine and learning a thing or two. The beaches and the sea will welcome you into the resorts and you could quite easily spend an entire week on the beach. With a developed tourism industry there are many things for tourists to do in the resorts, including water sports, shopping and great dining.
But if you are looking for history and archaeology you won’t be disappointed. The coast has also been home to an abundance of people from, scholars, saints, warriors, kings, and heroes, over the years. This has led to a number of myths and legends centred on the coast and the surrounding regions. Why not investigate the region and the many tales it has to offer the intrepid traveller.
Called the Turquoise coast because of colour of the sea, the region consists of several major resorts, including Alanya, Antalya, Kemer, Fethiye, Marmaris, Bodrum, Kuşadası and Çeşme. Many people flock to these resorts in the summer months to catch some sun and relax by the beach. With flights taking off to this region every day in the summer there are numerous possibilities for you to discover the Turquoise Coast and its many attractions.
The region is famed for its beauty and it is said that Mark Antony picked the Turkish Riviera as the most beautiful wedding gift Cleopatra. Today this immense beauty can still be seen and the region is also popular with people looking for the perfect honeymoon.
Next time you book a holiday why not explore the world of the Turkish holiday and the many things that the country has on offer throughout the year. Whether you decide to visit the coast or Istanbul you will be welcomed into a country with a rich history and more than just one tale to tell.
About the Author
Justin Sweeney has been writing about travel for over ten years. His passions are surfing, sailing and exploring the globe.