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Turkey has exoticism to spare,
with its covered bazaars,
whirling dervishes, sultans'
treasures and Byzantine mosaics.
And its natural beauty is
abundant, with great stretches
of sandy beaches and romantic
rocky coves. Travelers will find
Turks to be exceptionally
gracious hosts, which makes
sense given the country's place
as a crossroads between Europe
and Asia. Over the past two
decades, the country has
dramatically improved its
tourist infrastructure, too.
This appealing mix does have a
few drawbacks -- increasing
prices (though it's still an
inexpensive place to travel);
sprawling new development; and
growing crowds -- but they're
hardly enough to spoil a visit.
Our advice is to take your time
in discovering the country. It's
best experienced in leisurely
excursions to places of
remarkable history and beauty
(such as Cappadocia and Ephesus)
and in extended visits to
fascinating and energetic cities
(such as Istanbul( |
