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Turkey General Info:
Turkey is a country with an area of 779,452sq km (300,948sq miles), six times that of Greece, yet with half the number of people per square kilometre. The population is estimated at around 75 million. The Anatolian peninsula has strongly defined geographical limits: the Karadeniz (Black Sea) to the north; the Aegean in the west and the Mediterranean in the south; and the high mountain ranges that culminate in Buyukagri Dagi (Mount Ararat) at5,165m (16,946ft), to the east. The 5 per cent that lies west of the (Canakkale Bogazi (Dardanelles) is flatter, geographically a part of Europe, and contains the cities of Istanbul and Edirne. Its limit is defined by an artificial border whose exact position has varied considerably according to the politics of the day.

 

The main land mass consists of the bleak steppe lands of the central Anatolian Plateau, set at 1,000m (3,300ft), ringed by the verdant Pontic  mountains to the north and the Toros (Taurus) to the south. These ranges run east to west and join up with the vast, inhospitable mountainous region in the east that borders Iran and Iraq. Volcanoes and earthquakes: There are several large volcanoes in Turkey besides Mount Ararat, the highest, but none is thought to be still active. Fault lines do still have movement, and earthquakes in the north and west of Turkey have been common throughout history and continue to strike every ten years or so, the last being in 2007. Both the bogazici (Bosporus) and the Dardanelles owe their existence to of the shifting fault lines, and the whole of the black Sea was created as a result of subsidence along a series of fissures

Best Travel Deals and Cheap Holidays to Turkey

Many major tour operators are selling holidays to Turkey. Some specialist Turkey travel agents can find you better deals than a larger travel company. Or best picks are: Deal Checker for Cheap Holidays to Turkey and HolidayMate for cheapest deals to Turkey > Visit Here.

BENEFITS OF BOOKING WITH A SPECIALIST

 Holiday Mate are members of ATOL and TTA , both managed by the Civil Aviation Authority giving you peace of mind should something untoward happen whilst on holiday. Equally important  at Holiday Mate they will do everything they can to help you find the holiday of your dreams. They are a dedicated specialized team priding themselves on excellent customer services.

Not only can you have the satisfaction of knowing they are CAA approved, but booking with a specialist organisation means you benefit from not being tied to one organisation. Holidaymate can offer you the best prices possible. Holiday Mate also have the purchasing power to give you the best value possible with access to promotions and deals saving you money. Let the team do the hard work for you. Why sit for hours at a computer playing around with dates? Give them your criteria and they will search long and hard for the best deal possible.

Specialising in Turkey also means the they can focus on our area of expertise, advising you from booking, where to stay and what to do. Having offices in both Turkey and the UK means they have our finger on the pulse home and abroad. As specialists they guarantee their customers the best price value holidays to Turkey and will never be beaten on value for price. When you book a holiday with HolidayMate you can feel secure that your holiday is in the safest of hands. In the knowledge that this specialist operation has your best interest at heart

 

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Turkey Holidays: Istanbul City Travel Guide

Turkey abounds with attractions. But if you really want to immerse yourself into the culture, the first stop should be Istanbul. It is the cultural center of Turkey and has a blossoming population that is close to the 20 million mark. It provides a bridge between Europe and Asia, and is the financial hub of the Republic.

Arriving

The most painless way to arrive is via plane. The city is served by the Istanbul Ataturk Airport. An express bus service offers transport to the city center which is 20km away. The metro offers a cheaper option if you are a budget traveler. You need a tourist Visa. As you cannot purchase one when you land, you need to use the e-Visa system which has been active since 2013.

Getting Around

Buying an Istanbulkart is the most convenient way of getting around if you will be in the city for a while. It is a plastic card that can be used as a ticket on buses, the metro, ferries and trains.

Car hire is implausible if you are new to the city. With very few maps available, taxis are more reasonable if you want to stay away from public transportation.

Accommodation

Istanbul has its fair share of accommodation options. There are many hotels, serving tourists with different budgets. Anything from the Four Seasons to the Hotel Amira is ideal. You need to book your stay in advance for prior arrangements to be made. Harbiye and Sultanahmet are the best districts to reside in.

Dining

There are many eating spots around the city. Whether you want a quick snack, or a full course meal, your options will be abundant. The small lokantas will give you the most authentic dining experience, as they are popular with the locals.

Places of Interest

Istanbul has a rich array of ancient ruins that tell the story of its founding. The Sultanahmet square will spoil you with renowned attractions such as Hagia Sophia and Basilica Cistern.

What to do

Every visitor is encouraged to go to at least one hamam. They are abundant in Sultanahmet and offer plush scrubbing and massage services. There are organized walk tours for those who want to soak up the offerings in an ordered fashion. A Bosphorous Cruise is also greatly recommended. There are shopping districts too, for those who want to treat themselves.

Istanbul can be a bit overwhelming for a first visitor, but the city offers unforgettable memories. It is a nice place to visit before you head on to the beaches.

For cheap holidays to Turkey visit HolidayMate and Turkey Holidays websites. Also find Turkey Holidays on google+ , Facebook and here.

Useful sites: http://www.turkeytravelplanner.com/ and

 http://www.roughguides.com/destinations/europe/turkey/

Turkey always welcomes you!