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A little adrenaline rush never hurts the soul… You’ve been sunbathing idly with your drink for far too long - time to get up and experience the remarkable! Get yourself ready to be swept away in the wind’s direction in Türkiye’s best wind sport destinations! Türkiye offers some extreme adventures and adrenaline activities such as windsurfing and kiteboarding. The country has excellent wind and sea conditions thanks to its kilometers of shoreline, a diverse range of winds, and crystal-clear seas under warm temperatures. The force of the wind will take your breath away! Let’s explore these diverse wind sports and the best destinations to catch the wind!

Artichoke is a vegetable known and widely used since the ancient times. Legend has it that the god Zeus fell in love with the mortal beauty Cynara, who lived on the island of Zinari and went to visit her brother Poseidon, the god of the sea. Zeus then made her a goddess, and they began to live together on Olympus, the mountain of the Gods. However, Cynara missed her family after a while and went to them in secret. Enraged by this, Zeus surrounded Cynara's heart with thorny leaves and turned it into an artichoke. Then, he threw it down from Olympus into the world.

Sun-kissed beaches, pine-covered hills, pristine coves... When it comes to holidays in Türkiye, one of the most popular resorts that come to mind is Marmaris! This fantastic city where the Mediterranean meets the Aegean offers much more than an ordinary summer vacation. The authentic shopping locations, world-class dining restaurants, and vibrant bars in Marmaris city center and surroundings promise an enjoyable entertainment scene late into the night. With its many archaeological ruins, joining a cultural tout is another very attractive option.

Ephesus is one of the largest and most impressive ancient cities in the world and is one of Türkiye’s most significant ancient cities. Its cultural and historical significance was highlighted in its addition to the UNESCO World Heritage Site list in 2015. The remains of the city lie just 80 km inland from the popular seaside city of İzmir and close to the charming towns of Selcuk and Sirince.

Aegean region of Türkiye, the coast of happiness, is a place of pure beauty that is created entirely by the bounty of its natural landscape. A place of thriving orchards, olive groves and vineyards, where cities like İzmir and Bodrum enjoy a rich restaurant scene and every menu is inspired by the best regional ingredients. Whether luxury fine dining or a no-frills experience in a seaside village, the this Turkaegean experience has it all.

Aegean crystal-clear waters, pristine nature, secluded bays, enchanting products and genuinely welcoming people… The Aegean region of Türkiye offers an exquisite fusion of classical history, natural beauty and unique experiences.

The long-lasting summer of the Aegean, Turkish Riviera, and the Eastern Mediterranean coasts allow one to trade the fast-paced daily grind for an extended solitude deep into the season. Yachting trips and charters to this magnificent region grant unrivaled freedom to explore some of the best coastal scenery in Türkiye. It is the quintessential Turkish ideal of luxury to set sail along the Turquoise Coast, exploring the high-end boutiques, restaurants and clubs on land, after the quality time spent with family in nature. Not to mention the romance of exploring ancient ruins, temples, and tombs –treasures that remain of the great and historic city-states along the shores. If you are a novice to maritime adventures in Türkiye, here’s what you can expect.

The Aegean region of Anatolia where civilizations bloomed early is a fantastic destination that offers a unique experience. Home to hundreds of archaeological and natural sites, the region has always been an important hub in history. With numerous sites included in the UNESCO World Heritage List, the region is like an open-air museum where you can discover the history of mankind step by step among the archaeological remains.This Turkaegean experience offers you to a journey where the sun’s rays nourish the olive groves finding their roots among millennia of shiny marble.

The TurkAegean is full of small towns where visitors can go on grape harvest tours, experience for themselves the region’s grape harvesting traditions, taste high-quality wines, and dine at local restaurants that serve their own brands of authentic wine. These grape harvest routes provide visitors with a heightened awareness of nature and offer a unique, selective experience. We’ve prepared a quick read about the unique, quaint towns that have made a name for themselves as major grape production areas. Here, you will have the opportunity to explore your favorite Aegean vineyard, harvest grapes, and taste test a selection of the best local wine.

The history of the land is blended with the joy of harvest days. Grape harvesting is the pinnacle of this joy. They say that the grapes become the bride when the time for grape harvesting comes. The symbol of Dionysus, the god of fruitfulness and vegetation, is the vine tree, so he is also known as the god of grape harvesting.

Discover must-see ancient sites of the Turkaegean region. Explore history and plan your cultural journey today

Discover artisan towns of İzmir with rich cultural heritage. Explore traditions and plan your visit today