In photos: the spectacular ancient city of Pergamum
This post contains affiliate links, so we may earn a small commission when you make a purchase through links on our site at no additional cost to you. Perched on a hill above the modern town of Bergama, the great acropolis of Pergamum (Pergamon) is one of the most dramatic sights in Türkiye. Pergamum is, for the most […]
Enjoy the best of the Aegean – visit Izmir’s coastal towns
The jewel of the Aegean, Izmir is the major resort for holidaymakers who are looking to explore this part of Türkiye with its lovely landscapes and magnificent coastline. Türkiye’s third-largest city, İzmir has been an important Aegean port since ancient times, when it was known as the Greek city of Smyrna; its seafront is as […]
UNESCO World Heritage sites in Turkey – part two
Welcome to part two of our article on UNESCO World Heritage sites in Turkey. If you missed part one, you can read it here: Sites on the World Heritage List (Cultural) – continued … Great Mosque and Hospital of Divriği The stunning Divriği mosque and madrasa (seminary) complex has been declared by UNESCO to be […]