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An ancient site near Alanya that is not too big and has spectacular views? Syedra is your go-to place! Watch this site: more discoveries are Read more...

Walking timelines far from the madding crowds? Sarıhacılar, an almost eerie-like village with unusual button houses & a century-old mosque is the perfect spot!   Read more...

Alanya Castle isn’t just your average castle in Turkey. The place is a buzzing oasis of lush sea view gardens, Ottoman-era houses & striking historical Read more...

Ormana is a must-see if you love authentic villages & striking houses. Its restored button houses & silent streets make for a lovely stroll.   Read more...

Alahan Monastery is one of those places that exceed your expectations. This Late Roman, Early Byzantine complex impresses, views included!   Alahan Monastery: jaw-dropping, spectacular Read more...

Anemurium, or eski Anamur is an ancient site dominating a windswept cape facing Cyprus. A glorious combo of beach life vs. history. Don’t miss it! Read more...

Mamure Castle has its own beach, crazy views, and lots of hidden corners to discover. Take a tour of this restored landmark in Anamur, en Read more...

Turkey’s Isparta: the city of roses. Here’s how to plan your visit, take part in the rose harvest & be overwhelmed by the delicate fragrance Read more...

Turkey’s carpet fields in Antalya are an astonishing sight. Come summer, the wheat fields morph into a colorful sea of hand-woven rugs. Check this out! Read more...

Lake Salda, often advertised as the Turkish Maldives, is absolutely spectacular. Find out what to expect & where to find the quiet spots at Salda Read more...

Turkey’s lavender fields are Instagrammable, but that’s not why you should visit. Here’s how to find the Isparta lavender fields & the real reasons to Read more...

Put Yediler Monastery on your Turkey bucket list! If you like stunning hikes to magical places, this sacred Latmos Mountains trail will blow you away! Read more...

Warning: Izmir is not a transit zone! Travelers far too often overlook fascinating Izmir’s untapped potential. Time to take a tour around this gem of Read more...

You will find Euromos along the road to Milas when driving from Miletus or Bafa. Most of this site still has to be uncovered, but Read more...

Kremna combines a beautiful hike with spectacular vistas and a unique temple tomb. If you like ancient sites in a stunning setting, add this one Read more...

If you are visiting Afyonkarahisar, do not miss the chance to go and admire the wonderful wooden Ulu Camii Mosque, the dominating Castle, the old Read more...

Sura is unknown to most travelers. It features a superb necropolis and is home to a fascinating fish oracle near its Apollo Temple. Looking for Read more...

Incir Han is an unrestored but magnificent Han or caravanserai tucked away in the countryside just outside Bucak. Take a peek behind its closed doors Read more...

Boğaziçi mosque is an explosion of color, mindblowing woodwork, and clever use of ostrich eggs said to have unique properties we could use in every Read more...

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When it comes to natural beauty & mystery, you’re spoiled at Gerga. You will leave this awe-inspiring cult-site dazzled, but with more questions than answers. Read more...

Arpaz Beyler mansion is a jaw-dropping Ottoman beauty in decay. This almost derelict building is any urbex lover’s dream come true! Visit, before it’s too Read more...

Nysa is an olive grove & an ancient site. This place is home to olive farmers, antique buildings & the 2nd most important library in Read more...

The rooms in this budget-friendly hotel are spotless, the breakfast a large buffet, and if you’re hungry, the on-site restaurant is ready to cater to Read more...

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Authenticity & craftsmanship? The Karacasu pottery studios offer a rare chance to experience a tradition dating back to antiquity, without being a tourist trap.   Read more...

Lyrbe, also known as Seleukeia, will blow you away with its spectacular & undiscovered ruins set in a pine-scented forest in the Tauros Mountains. Check Read more...

When 21st-century roads overlap with old caravan roads, you spot a mind-blowing caravanserai like Susuz Han. Join us for a sneaky throwback to Seljuk times! Read more...

Ariassos lies hidden in the mountains above Antalya. This off-the-beaten-track ancient city is the perfect spot for hiking and walking ancient Roman roads.   Little-known Read more...

Looking for a road stop with a plus? Tabae ancient site has cave houses, a painted mosque, and hidden tunnels. A great place to stretch Read more...

Tripolis ancient site is overlooked by tourists but loved by archaeologists. At only 20km from Pamukkale, this places deserves a spot on your Turkey itinerary. Read more...

Buldan is a typical Turkish town full of history & enchanting narrow old-town streets. Walking around, you’ll hear the rhythm of the looms, like a Read more...

The rooms in this budget-friendly hotel are spotless, the breakfast delicious, and if you stay on the upper floor, you’ll get travertine views as a Read more...

Did you know about the Lycian Tombs in Kayaköy? There on the other side of the village, opposite the ghost town. Don’t forget to check Read more...

Laodicea on the Lycus offers distant Pamukkale-views and a great insight into the intriguing world of archaeology. This is where history is being reconstructed!   Read more...

Toparlar waterfall may not be the garden of Eden, but it comes close! Especially on a hot day when its crystal clear pool is divine. Read more...

A visit to Alında adds a bit of magic to your day. This site effortlessly combines impressive ruins, with a stunning setting. A must visit Read more...

Alabanda is just lying there in between the village & the meadows: modest & grand at the same time. Discover its grand theatre & intriguing Read more...

Discover Muğla’s whitewashed houses in cobbled streets & Ottoman grandeur within walking distance. Authentic Turkey at its best, including a useful Muğla map!   Muğla’s Read more...

Want to know how to be happy? Head up to Oinoanda in Turkey! That’s where researchers found an Epicurean inscription from Diogenes that sets out Read more...

Rhodiapolis remained under the radar for a long time, until the restoration scandal. Is it really this bad? Check out our photos and judge for Read more...

Swim in Limyra’s Basilica ruins or while away the day in the shade of the many trees on this idyllic ancient site near Finike.   Read more...

Discover the Turkish wine & vineyards in Turkey via the wine routes; a perfect combi of vineyard hopping & touring the country!   Datça Vineyard Read more...

Have you been to Iasos near Bodrum? If not, check it out in this post. You’ll start making plans for a visit right away! Waterside Read more...

Keloğlan Cave is like a frozen stalactite forest. It is perfect in size, a great stop when traveling with kids in Turkey, and a cool Read more...

If you like offbeat destinations and history, Kibyra should be on your list when you’re in Turkey! Take a look at what you’re missing out Read more...

Looking to see the hidden Turkey? Stop at Yazır villages’ Hacı Ömer Ağa Mosque and be blown away by its spectacular murals and wooden ceiling. Read more...

Tralleis should be on your list if you’re near Aydın and into off-beat places. Apart from a famous selfie-spot for locals, there are also secret Read more...

Teos is a brilliant combination of antiquity, sea & beach, and a dose of mythology with a temple dedicated to Dionysus: God of wine & Read more...

Sığacık is a Cittaslow where the blowing wind meets the slow pace of an authentic Aegean seaside village. In Sigacik, life is good & the Read more...

Beçin Castle is a place that most people admire from a distance. Visible from the main Milas – Muğla road, this gem offers so much Read more...

Are you looking to discover the non-touristy Muğla? Lagina ancient site and its Hekate Temple are under the radar places waiting to be seen!   Read more...

Kameriye or Kamelya Island: where century-old wish trees are the colorful evidence of Marmaris boat trips dream seekers. Such a romantic place!   Kameriye Island: Read more...

The Apollo Temple in Didyma, near Didim, is a sacred site and a quite spectacular one too! When visiting, go explore the village surrounding it, Read more...

When visiting Stratonikeia in Turkey you step into Greek and Ottoman history, but also in today’s village life. Well worth a stop!   Stratonikeia, a Read more...

Why visit Sedir Island? For its crystal clear, turquoise blue waters, white sandy beach, the ruins of Kedrai & the legend of Cleopatra & Anthony! Read more...

Çomakdağ is an enchanting & colorful village where the women’s clothes & headwear add a dash of sparkle to your day. Visit it if you Read more...

Side, Turkey: the Mediterranean resort that effortlessly combines antiquity, a typical old-town, and state-of-the-art wining and dining.   Side, Turkey: modern tourist resort meets antiquity Read more...

Kyaneai is a site that appeals to real explorers. The terrain is rough, the infrastructure non-existing, but the number of sarcophagi is beyond comparison.   Read more...

If there is anything that applies to the inlet of Hisarönü, it is that it is green, with crystal clear still waters and a beautiful Read more...

The beach at Orhaniye has gained Instagram fame due to the many pictures of people walking on water, or better on the stretch of sand Read more...

The village of Turgut is split in two by a small river that flows into the sea. The town has kept its authentic character and Read more...

Not too far from the small village of Turgut, you will find the Turgut waterfall (or şelale in Turkish).   A tour of the Bozburun Read more...

Despite the lack of an actual beach in Selimiye, the popularity of this little town is growing, and it isn’t hard to see why.   Read more...

Bozburun feels like the ultimate combination of a small Turkish working village of fisherman village and a tourist town.   A tour of the Bozburun Read more...

Söğüt Köyü has two bays that are not connected. The smallest bay is the one nearest to the village.   A tour of the Bozburun Read more...

People who have been on a boat tour around the peninsula will probably have made a stop at Serçe Limanı, a popular bay, home to Read more...

Çiftlik’s sandy beach begins where the village ends. This is almost a village on the shore.   A tour of the Bozburun Peninsula: one of Read more...

Bayır Köyü lies in the center of the Bozburun Peninsula. It’s a modest Turkish village where villagers have their Turkish tea under the 200-year-old plane Read more...

Kumlubük used to be Amos’ harbor. While even today it is still a not-to-be-missed stop when on a boat trip, its heydays as a harbor Read more...

Granted, 2.200-year-old Amos isn’t a resort, far from it. But if you are touring the peninsula, you might want to head up the hill of Read more...

Turunç has a unique setting, tucked away in a horseshoe-shaped bay, backed by steep and lavishly green mountain slopes. Once a small fishing village, Turunç Read more...

Içmeler may be part of the Bozburun Peninsula, but its atmosphere is closer to the tourist resort of Marmaris than it is to the rest Read more...

Did you know you can witness an almost lost trade in Denizli? One of the last alemci; making the crescents & stars that go on Read more...

Looking for out-of-this-world views near Fethiye? Follow the long-distance footpath to Af Kule Monastery, between Gemiler & Kayaköy!   Af Kule Monastery: spectacular views after Read more...

Sardis church is not a church, it’s an ancient site with an impressive gymnasium and one of the best-preserved Roman Synagogues in the world.   Read more...

Birgi is so pretty; we had to drag ourselves away from it. You’ll fall for its stunning Ottoman houses, quaint cobbled streets and welcoming people. Read more...

Want to see the best-preserved antique stadium in the world? Look no further, Magnesia has it & much more! Discover it along with a map Read more...

Did you know about the secret valley, a slice of paradise in Dalaman’s hinterland? Discover its lakes and other treasures in this post on how Read more...

Chances are that you’ll visit Pamukkale in Turkey. Don’t miss out on the Akköy Yukarı Mosque almost right next to it because nobody will take Read more...

Chances are that you’ll visit Pamukkale in Turkey. Don’t miss out on the Belenardıç Mosque almost right next to it because nobody will take you Read more...

Have you seen the underground version of Pamukkale, Kaklık Cave? It’s a real natural phenomenon with its crystal blue water and sparkling white travertines!   Read more...

While you are taking a trip into history, why not combine it with a visit to the Nomad Museum in Çandır? Now that you’ve seen Read more...

Are you looking for hidden gems in Turkey? Sometimes they right on the roadside and have a fascinating history. Visit the basket houses near Köyceğiz! Read more...

Put Perge on your list! Its colonnaded streets, Roman Baths & theatre are just a few of the things that will intrigue you. Here’s what to Read more...

Visit this fascinating ruined church with an ossuary in the garden. You’ll be baffled, whether you’re into urbex or not. Make the detour, it’s worth Read more...

Priene offers a perfect mixture of serenity and grandeur. It’s the most studied ancient city after Pompeii. Discover these fascinating ruins!   Priene, Aristotle’s ideal Read more...

If you love typical and quaint villages, you’ll love this! Eski Doğanbey makes a perfect day trip from Bodrum or Kuşadası. Beware for a cuteness Read more...

Looking for an impressive site in Antalya that is off the beaten path? Check out Arykanda! You’ll probably be the only ones there!   Uncovering Read more...

Talk about bucket list experiences! Visit Aphrodite at Aphrodisias in Turkey and check another UNESCO site off your bucket list.   Visit Aphrodite at Aphrodisias Read more...

Chasing beauty in Cleopatra’s footsteps visiting her sunken hammam near Göcek, only accessible by foot or by boat. A great day trip from Fethiye!   Read more...

In Phaselis, you can have a swim in a naturally divine place full of history, next to historical artifacts from 309BC. Peaceful beauty at its Read more...

Alaçatı combines a boho-chic vibe with jet-setting allure. It is quaint, colorful and living proof that people power can revive a village.   Jet-setting in Read more...

Crystal clear waters and your own private beach with ruins as a backdrop? You’ll find it in a former pirates’ nest: Kalabantia!   Visiting a Read more...

There are plenty of ruins in Turkey, but Termessos must be among the most fascinating ones. If you want to feel like a real explorer, Read more...

Çeşme is a mix of old town meets new vibe. Add a dash of Greek past and a fabulous hidden beach for a great day Read more...

Eğirdir is the perfect road trip stop. An ideal place to spend the night when visiting Anatolia, Sagalassos or Isparta, and a nice spot to Read more...

If you haven’t heard of Sagalassos yet, keep reading, because you’re missing out! You need to visit this ancient site in Turkey!   Sagalassos: ancient Read more...

Iztuzu beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the Mediterranean. Read all about how to get to turtle beach, Turkey in this post. Read more...

Akyaka is Turkey’s second Cittaslow. Discover the perfect day trip from Marmaris, Bodrum or Fethiye combining architecture, beach life & food heaven!   A perfect Read more...

Visiting Babadağ’s summit is all about stunning nature, an out-of-this-world view, & an on-top-of-the-world feel. Don’t miss this amazing spot!   Babadağ: the million $ Read more...

Delikli Köy beach is situated at about 12km from Çeşme and at around 80km from Izmir. There are no road signs to this beach, which is only Read more...

Kabak beach is located in Faralya, a natural area not far from Fethiye and popular Ölüdeniz beach. It is relatively untouched. The road ends in Read more...

You’ll find Kaputas beach along the scenic coastal road between Kalkan and Kaş. It is a small beach that has gained fame after people shared some glorious shots Read more...

If you’re heading to Gaziantep to taste their food, make time to include a visit to the Zeugma Mosaic Museum, Gaziantep Castle, Gaziantep Zoo (the Read more...

First of all, technically speaking Hatay isn’t a city, it’s a province on the Mediterranean coast in southern Turkey. With two borders shared with Syria, Read more...

Myra combines the biggest Lycian theatre with impressively stacked rock tombs and Medusa’s and ornamental masks scattered around the place. Check it out!   Why Read more...

Looking for a fun cultural day out with kids in Kalkan or Kas? Go to Andriake! The old harbor is a great place to introduce Read more...

If, like us, you have a weak spot for cute and typical villages, add Kaş to your list for an overdose of Mediterranean charm. Check Read more...

No need to conquer the cold and the snow to visit Santa! If your children ask ‘Where is Santa Claus?’ The only answer is Saint Read more...

Are you coming to Bodrum to party? If your ideal holiday is a mixture of sun, sea, tattoos, cocktails, and party till you drop, then Read more...

Bitez is probably what you could call the most comprehensive tourist resort of the Bodrum peninsula. It has a long sandy beach with beach bars, Read more...

Ortakent – Yahşı is the merger of two municipalities that now share a beautiful Belediyesi çay bahçesi (Council tea garden) in between them. Yahşı on Read more...

Akyarlar is an unusual destination to describe as it has a very lively part with a stretched out, sandy and crowded beach, but also a Read more...

Apart from Bodrum, Turgutreis is the biggest city on the peninsula. It is a real functioning town, even in winter, with a large expat community. Read more...

The first word that comes to mind when thinking of Kadıkalesi is small but in a good way. This tiny resort between Gümüşlük and Turgutreis has Read more...

Gümüşlük is undoubtedly the most bohemian place on the Bodrum peninsula. It has become almost world-famous for its waterside fish restaurants with colorful gourds and Read more...

There is so much to be said about Yalıkavak. It has a lively and slightly arty old center nestled around the old fishing harbor. You Read more...

The best word to describe Gündoğan would probably be down-to-earth. This fishing town has kept an authentic feel of serenity.   The Bodrum weather doesn’t Read more...

Göltürkbükü is in fact, a non-existing place. It’s the signposting merger of 2 connected bays, the ones of Gölköy and Türkbükü. Both places are positively Read more...

Coming from the airport, you reach Torba before arriving in Bodrum town. Torba has a beautiful bay with a healthy mixture of fishing boats and Read more...

Wondering where to go after you’ve seen Bodrum Castle? Take a look at what else Bodrum has to offer in or near the city center. Read more...

You will find there are plenty of options in Selçuk for all kinds of budgets and travelers. We stayed at Ephesus Paradise Hotel in Selçuk. Read more...

If you are after a more relaxing vibe, go to Şirince out of season and spend the night, it will be the best way to Read more...

The House of the Virgin Mary lies in a lush green setting on a mountain at about 9km from Ephesus. It is said to be Read more...

The Grotto of the Seven Sleepers is a lovely road stop during your ventures around Ephesus. Check out where to find it here.   Exploring Read more...

Selçuk is so much more than the gate to Ephesus. This little Turkish town has a lot to offer, including one of the wonders of Read more...

Ephesus is overwhelming & very crowded at times. To make the most out of your Efes visit, come prepared. Easy, peasy with this ultimate guide Read more...

Kalkan is one of those harborside villages that seem to have it all. The old town may be small, but it is inviting you to get Read more...

Butterfly Valley, Turkey is a slice of paradise! The best way to reach it is by boat from Ölüdeniz. Put it on your list of Read more...

Visit Yanartaş to be wowed by the eternal flames escaping from the mountain rocks. Beat the crowds, visit during the daytime!   Visiting romantic Olympos, Read more...

Visiting Çıralı, the perfect escape from hectic schedules & noisy cities. Meet the ultimate cocktail of sea, sand, mountains, laid-back vibe & culture!   Visiting Read more...

Visiting Olympos is perfect if you’re looking for a lovely mix of romantic vibes to meet ancient sites. It’s pretty, it’s seaside, and it’s not Read more...

Lukkies Lodge is a budget-friendly hotel in Çıralı taking it one step beyond: an eye for detail in the room decor, terrace lounge & their Read more...

When in Antalya and in need of a culture shot, Aspendos theatre will blow you away. It is the best-preserved ancient theatre in the world. Read more...

Kaunos, Turkey should be on your list; not just to sail past its Lycian Tombs. Go and explore it! If you don’t, this is what Read more...

There’s so much beauty in Marmaris, Turkey that you risk falling in love seeing these pictures! Did you know about the out of this world Read more...

Cadianda is a perfect escape from the sun. This almost hidden site up in the woods behind Fethiye, Turkey is a fairy tale on its Read more...

If you like a bit of cult, Letoon is the sacred cult center of ancient Lycia. That & its proximity to sister-site Xanthos is enough Read more...

Paradise exists! We have the photos to prove it! Check out this post about Simena & the sunken city of Kekova. Start planning your Turkey Read more...

Kabak, Turkey has a beautiful beach. But it also hides some stunning waterfalls in the woods behind it. Here’s how to find the waterfalls in Read more...

Is Unesco site Xanthos worth your time when in Turkey or should you have a look at the alternatives? Find out for yourself in this Read more...

Promise us you won’t miss having a traditional Turkish breakfast in Turkey. It’s a unique experience, especially in an authentic village.   Fethiye Yörük Müzesi Read more...

The summer circus of Ölüdeniz & the blue lagoon goes back to its natural state in winter when all is closed till May. This is Read more...

Need to get away from it all? Natural Springs retreat is the place! You’re surrounded by nature, with the proximity of Fethiye to fulfill all Read more...

Tlos is the oldest Lycian city in Turkey. It houses the tomb of Pegasus, but more importantly, it’s a site you shouldn’t miss. Check out Read more...

Visiting Antalya old town should be on your list. Even if you came to Turkey for the beach, the narrow streets of Kaleiçi are bound Read more...

Precious moments can be modest, like eating a sandwich amidst the cows & Lycian Sarcophagi in Sidyma, Turkey. Probably the most serene site in the Read more...

Plenty of things to do in Fethiye, Turkey! Explore Saint Nicholas Island to awaken the Robinson Crusoe within. It’s laid-back, beautiful & untouched!   Things Read more...

Ever dreamt of swimming in Cleopatra’s pool? Then make sure your trip to Pamukkale includes enough time to discover Hierapolis.   Hierapolis: the underrated site Read more...

How does a local experience Fethiye, Turkey? As one big love affair! Find out all about it in this article that will inspire you to Read more...

Köşe Kahve is a great coffee house near the Amynthas tomb in Fethiye. Coffee aficionados in Fethiye, this is where you need to be!   Read more...

Köyceğiz, Turkey: A budget-friendly lakeside paradise near Kaunos hiding a 14th-century mosque in the woods! Awaken the discoverer within!   Lake Köyceğiz, the non-touristy gate Read more...

No need to be a pilgrim or even to have an adoration for Zeus to visit Labraunda. This hidden gem between Bodrum and Lake Bafa Read more...

Knidos ancient site sits at the edge of the Datça peninsula. It’s an explosion of turquoise waters, 2 harbors, a windswept lighthouse, and sea view Read more...

Datça is the place in Turkey where the Mediterranean meets the Aegean. And where you will meet the beauty of Turkey in all its aspects: Read more...

Bodrum, Turkey has many landmarks and plenty to offer. Few travelers know about Pedasa, a hidden gem high up in the Bodrum hills.   Why Read more...

Ever wanted to visit a ghost town? Kayaköy in Turkey makes serenity tangible and triggers the imagination. Read all about it in this blog.   Read more...

Visiting Patara in Turkey is combining a day at the beach with an immersion in history and culture. Check out this article and you’re convinced! Read more...

Lycian tombs, fragrant forests and a mystical and tranquil atmosphere are the ingredients of Pinara near Xanthos. Another one on your Turkey bucket list!   Read more...

Want to visit Cappadocia as if you were the first one to discover it? With these tips, chances are you’ll have it all to yourself, Read more...