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Turkey Destination Guide |
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| Why Turkey |
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Since the dawn of
time Turkey has been the bridge between East
and West, a point where European and Asian
cultures have clashed or combined. It
was the centre of the Byzantine Empire, and
later, of the great Islamic Ottoman Empire.
The legacy of Greek, Roman, Byzantine,
Ottoman and other civilisations has made
Turkey a vast open air museum with
amphitheatres, baths, colonnaded streets,
rock-dwellings, forts, castles, tombs and
temples dotted all over the country. |
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The
oldest crossroads in the world, Istanbul spans not
only the Bosphorus but two continents. Today it is a bustling and
exhilarating city, a colourful blend of cultures, where ancient mosques
and minarets jostle with the modern office buildings, the frantic
trading of the enormous Grand Bazaar contrasts with the new, calm,
air-conditioned shopping complexes and where the Blue Mosque dominates
the skyline in the time honoured fashion. Visit Topkapi Palace
which houses the famous jewels of the imperial Treasury and boasts the
extravagance of luxuriously restored harems. From the
balcony, there is a breathtaking view over the Bosphorus and Golden
Horn. Take a boat trip up the beautiful Bosphorus river commencing
in Europe then crossing into Asia. Along the way you will see old
wooden villas, Ottoman palaces, castles and quaint fishing villages. |
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Antalya, where
the mountains meet the sea, is a lively
holiday destination suitable for all the
family. The Taurus Mountains rise
about the coastline providing a glorious
backdrop to the miles of sandy beaches.
It is an attractive city with sandy
palm-lined boulevards, a magnificent marina,
fine restaurants and lively nightlife.
Its history dates back to the 2nd century
and in Kaleici, the old citadel, there are
the traditional narrow streets and wooden
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Recommended Accommodation in Turkey
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Mardan Palace
Antalya |
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offers a long awaited return to the day of opulence and
makes no apologies for it. It caters for the
discerning luxury traveller ...... |
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More details |
The
Signature Collection
Tel: 00973 17224917 / 00973 17225463
Fax: 00973 17210175
Email: signaturecollection@bahraintravel.com.bh |
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