Turkey
is a land of amazing civilizations1. The country has a rich
10,000-year-old history and is home to more than 73 million people.
Travelers who are interested in architecture2, history, and culture are blown away by many of Turkey's unique
sights. These include the Blue Mosque, Galata Tower, Topkapi Palace,
and Hagia Sophia in its capital city of Istanbul. Other spots that can't
be missed are the World Heritage Sites of Troy, Safranbolu, and the
caves of Cappadocia.
Turkey is also surrounded by
four different seas, including the Mediterranean and Aegean, and has
over 8,000 kilometers of coastal beaches. There, visitors can enjoy the
sun, surf3, and seaside resorts4 that offer spa services. For the more adventurous, Turkey's various
landscapes5 have many plants, wild animals, and national parks. There
is even a natural lake in the middle of the country that looks like a
turkey. The country also attracts a lot of shoppers that come from
around the world to find hidden treasures at the Grand Bazaar or just wander through the largest shopping center in Europe. Since it is located at the crossroads6 of Europe and Asia, Turkey is filled with endless possibilities.
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