Travelling to Turkey and experiencing a new culture

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Turkey is one of the leading tourism destinations in the world, with stunning scenery and rich historic legacy. Turkey has a vast array of offerings that will appeal to all types of travellers.  In Turkey you will encounter ancient history, Beautiful beaches, outdoor activities, natural wonders, and religious sites, shopping alternatives, entertainment and nightlife, friendly people, outstanding food and much more. 

A big part of travelling and experiencing a new culture is exploring the local cuisine. In the case of Turkey, you can’t really go wrong when it comes to food — there’s something for every taste.  From sweet Baklava and rich yogurt to amazing pickles and Turkish coffee.

Turkish cuisine includes many different stews of vegetables and meat (lamb and beef primarily), kebab, and dolma dishes; and a sourdough bread eaten with almost every meal. Borek is a pastry made of many thin layers of dough interspersed with cheese, spinach, and/or ground meat. Kebab is the common word for meat roasted in pieces or slices on a skewer or as meatballs on a grill. Dolma is the generic name for dishes made of vegetables (e.g., tomatoes and peppers) and leaves (e.g., grape, cabbage, and eggplant) that are stuffed with or wrapped around rice or bulgur pilaf, ground meat, and spices. Turks are especially fond of eggplant.

Food preferences and preparations vary by region and ethnicity. For example, the Black Sea is noted for fish, especially anchovy, dishes, while the eastern region is noted for spicy foods. Circassians are famous for preparing chicken in a walnut sauce, while Georgian cuisine is typified by thick corn bread and corn soup. Lahmacun or Armenian pizza, originated in the south eastern provinces once occupied by Armenians.

When you
travel to Turkey, you should experience a Turkish bath to relax, walk on a Turkish carpet or Kilim and buy it if possible, take a boat cruise on the Bosporus in Istanbul, go shopping at the grand Bazaar and bargain for souvenirs, watch a folk and belly dance performance, drink a Turkish tea, and play backgammon at the local tea house.....the activities are endless. At this point, it may interest you to know the things you must have before you can travel to this historic place.
A valid visa is required to travel to Turkey. The passport must have at least 60 days beyond the expiration date of your visa. This means if your visa is valid for six months then you should have a passport that is valid for eight months beyond entry date. 

Turkey tours information to know before travelling to Turkey in order to help you get the most out of your trip. 
  1. Passports and Visa 
  2. Travel & Accommodations
  3. Local Transport 
  4. Food 
  5. Holiday’s list 
  6. Emergency contact information of Turkey 

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