How to Do

How to Do

As it is impossible to come enough close to birds, binoculars are the most basic equipment for close observation. In open areas, distant lands, telescopes made for this aim are also very beneficial. During the observation period, a note book, which is required for registry, should not be forgotten. Also a guide book including bird species will be very beneficial.
During the observation, there are some basic rules to be obeyed. First of them is not to disturb the birds. You should not enter their nesting areas, and take eggs or nest material. At the end of the observation no property should be left within the region.

Ornıthology

Ornıthology

Source: Important Bird Regions of TurkeyNatural Life Protection Foundation Ornithology is an observation sport, which maintains the identification of the nature from views of the birds. Birds, which are the best indicator of a healthful environment, are present within all kinds of life ambient. You can perform bird observation nearly every where such as desert, forest, steppe, marshes, parks within the city. Both season and time of the bird observation (ornithology) is not limited; it can be done for 365 days and 24 hours. 450 kinds of bird species are registered until today.
Monitoring and understanding of birds, is the most intelligent way to observe our natural environment at the same time. Birds, which are very sensitive to the environmental conditions, can be the prior messenger of the matters such as forest loss, damage of marshes or usage of excessive agricultural medicines. Under this concept, bird observation is among the elements of detailed and healthful environment protection strategies.
Total number of bird species within Turkey is equal to the bird species within whole of the Europe. One of the most important factors that our country is rich in connection with bird species is having plentiful marshes and the other one is it is on the important bird immigration roads. Bird observation stations and observation towers are established within important marshes of our country (Manyas, İzmir, Göksu Deltası etc.), and progresses in connection with ornito-tourism had performed. Important passing points of bird immigrations, seen especially during autumn and spring months within our country, Istanbul and Çanakkale Straits, Eastern Mediterranean (Adana, Hatay, Gaziantep) and North East Anatolia (Artvin, Rize, Kars).
North East Anatolia region has an important potential especially in connection with preying birds. For example, in North East Anatolia, You can only face with Lyrurus mlokeesiewiczi in Georgia and in this region. Especially marshes on the bird immigration roads have important potential in connection with birds. Bird observation (ornithology) is rapidly widespread within Turkey during recent years. Currently “bird observation groups” had been established within various cities. Groups are sharing information and registries related with their performed observations under Internet environment

Finike

FinikeGok Cavern near Finike, is one of the deepest in Asia which is accessible to divers. The cavern reaches the seabed and has a wide entrance, and the presence of stalactites indicates that this was once dry.
KemerOne of the most popular diving areas in the region is the Three Islands, off Tekirova, which has many diver sites and greater depth than Antalya. The wreckage of a submerged ship lying 2km from Kemer Yacht Harbour at a depth of 25m, belongs to a French cargo ship which sank during World War II. It is estimated to have been built in 1896, and has three decks and two warehouses, of which some is still covered in tiles.

Underwater Diving

Underwater Diving
Within the seas of Turkey, divers can discover a fascinating submerged world, from underwater caverns to sunken ships and even the remains of ancient cities. The only areas prohibited from diving are military zones, those conducting scientific research and areas under protection

Important Subjects

Important Subjects

International Difficulty ClassThe following list of classes categorises the level of skill required to raft or canoe:
* Class 1: Small easy passes
* Class 2: Easy passes, regular flow, small rocks and waves
* Class 3: Hard, regular large waves, limited visual range, small falls, must be studied
* Class 4: Very Hard, large waves , Waters with counter-currents, long and unpredictable passes, dangerous rocks, big falls, must be studied.
* Class 5: Extremely hard, high flow and current, dangerous rocks, steep slopes, continuous falls, limited passes in advance, generally impossible.
* Class 6: impassable.Agencies To participate in watersports at which professional supervision is necessary, trips must be organised through the an approved agency.
EquipmentParticipants must wear shoes and life jackets while rafting, and it is recommended to wear headgear and goggles.

Rafting

Rafting
Rafting
Turkey, with its rich natural resources and hundreds of rivers, provides great opportunities for water sports like rafting, canoeing and water-skiing, while always respecting the cultural, historical and environmental qualities of the country. The most famous is the River Coruh, renowned internationally as one of the fastest flowing in the world, and venue of the 4th World Watersports Championships in 1993 which saw 300 competitors from 28 countries.

Air Sports

Air Sports
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Silk Road Silk Road
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Ornıthology Ornithology
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Destinations Hacı Bektaş
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Cappadocia Avanos
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Antalya Antalya
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Cappadocia Göreme
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2007 October
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Yachting Yacht Voyages
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istanbul Where to Visit
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Cappadocia The Birth Of Christianity In Cappadocia
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Highlands Hatay Highlands
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Antalya Museum
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Highlands Adana Highlands
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Mountaineering

Mountaineering

Mountaineering
Turkey presents to mountains lovers with an incredible variety of interesting climbing opportunities that are sure to satisfy the most demanding hikers, climbers, and winter sports fans. In Turkey, mountains come in all sizes, geo-morphological and tectonic structures and boast abundant wildlife and forests teeming with diverse flora and fauna. Every year thousands of tourists from all over the world come to Turkey for winter sports (especially skiing), mountains climbing and hiking.

Paragliding

Paragliding

Paragliding sport is to take off by means of running from a high hill instead of plane with a parachute similar to free style jumping parachute on the first look. Parachute, which is lied on a inclined and high hill, is filled with air with the running of pilot and take off with pilot. Periods of the flights can continue for kilometers / hours in connection with the experience of pilot and performance of the materials used. Although it can be for single person, there is two persons ( tandem ) wings.
Paragliding , whose first trial had been made in 1940s, and numerously modified till today. There were lots of structural improvements which has increased the flight period and security of perform. First paragliding was similar to free style diving parachute. It had turned into an aerophyl structure which has high raising power instead of its pressure enduring characteristic with changing in time. Paragliding parachute wing structure had reached to its appropriate shape for easy to take off, slowly descending ratio and good flying performance, beginning from 1980s.
Paragliding Sport in our country had been recognized with the discover by foreign pilots of Mount Baba in Fethiye, Ölüdeniz (Blue Lagoon) region at the beginning of 1990s, and actively started in university clubs initially. Being the most economical aerial vessel and being inside the natural sports, maintained it to be performed by a massive number of people today. Paragliding Parachute Sport, which does not require a special skill or much effort basically, is very easy and enjoying to do after a standard training. Paragliding training are organized by THK, university clubs and private clubs.

Air Sports

Air Sports

Air Sports
Turkey is a country which should be discovered by fond of air sports such as Paragliding , Glider, Parachute and Balloon.

Mersin (İçel) Highlands

Mersin (İçel) Highlands

Mersin (İçel) Highlands
Çamlıyayla (Namrun) DistrictTransportation: At specified times there are minibuses from Mersin (90 km).
Description: Situated at the foot of Külpet Mountain and at an elevation of 1430 m., Çamlıyayla is a spacious mountain plateau near Namrun Castle and has a rich natural and historical heritage. The infrastructure of the village has been completed and there are many summer homes found here.
The area around Cehennemderesi, which has abundant wildlife, serves as a mountain goat game preserve with limited hunting. Four kilometers away is the Cehennemderesi Canyon, which is a delightful excursion. Here one can go fishing and explore Namrun Castle and the Papaz Gardens.
Accommodation - Food and Drink: Those who want to camp should bring their own tents and other basic supplies.
Gözne Highland
Transportation: There are minibuses from Mersin making 27 km. trip at certain times of the day.
Description: This highland village, situated in the north of the province of in the Taurus Mountains at an elevation of 1200 m., is covered with oaks, pine, juniper and some scrub vegetation. There are apple, cherry, sour cherry and quince orchards. The village has a post office, police station and a health clinic.
Accommodation - Food and Drink: Gözne Castle and the surrounding area is ideal for camping and picnicking. There is a tea house, a small market and a restaurant.
Soğucak (Bekiralanı) Highland
Transportation: This highland village 24 km north of Mersin can be reached by taking the Gözne road and turning left after 23 km. The village is just 1 km down this gravel road. There are minibuses from Mersin at certain times of the day.
Description: There are many summer homesvillage,to residents of Mersin in the little village of Soğucak. It has excellent infrastructure with a post office and a health clinic.

Highlands

HighlandsOctober 20th, 2007 by admin
Highlands
The highlands of Turkey and the lifestyle of its people have an important place in the rich cultural landscape of Turkey. The tradition embodied in the lyrics of this ancient folk song, “The people of Avşar picked up and headed for new lands” have still being sung today, is what led to the settlement of hundreds of new areas in Turkey.
In the Chinese Chronicles, Turks are described as people that “lived by following the rains and the pastures with their horses and high-wheeled wagons.” After they came to Anatolia and abandoned their nomadic wanderings for more settled ways, they embarked on a new journey continuing old traditions within the parameters of a new lifestyle.
In this new millennium of the “global village” where cultural differences seem to be disappearing, the highlands of Turkey offer a refreshing authenticity of ancient tradition which is noticed as soon as it is experienced. Compared with our modern way of life, it is a vivacious way of life in harmony with nature, at once both oriental and exotic.
The highlands have much to offer; the fresh clean air of an undefiled environment, crystal clear streams, a refreshing coolness that is a relief from the sweltering heat during the hottest summer days, views of enchanting beauty, fruit and vegetables grown without hormones and ripen on the vine slowly and naturally, milk and meat products of animals pastured in the most natural environments. The innumerable wild animal and plant species living in their natural habitat rescue us from the virtual world of TV documentaries and enable us to experience real life up close and personal.

Caverns of Ankara

Caverns of Ankara

Caverns of Ankara
Caverns from Byzantium Period Location: Ankara, Güdül District
Caves are at the location of Ankara, Güdül District, near Kirmir Creek at the locality of İnönü.
Properties: This historic surface caverns are estimated to be from the Byzantium Period.
In this caverns formed by stone masonry, there are stairs heading to upper caverns. They display similarities with the caverns of Ürgüp - Göreme which are at the Inner Anatolian Region. This locality resembles a village community with a church located at central. As Kirmir creek carved the bottom of the mountain causing the mountain to be broken into pieces the stairs leading nowhere display a historical view.

Spelunking

Spelunking
Spelunking
With an approximate number of 40.000 caves and caverns present, our country is like a ‘ paradise of caverns ‘ when compared to other countries. An important geologic - geomorphologic fact in the formation of caverns is karstification (karstic fields) and this karstification is present in Western and Central Taurus Mountains (Muğla, Antalya, Isparta, Burdur, Konya, Karaman, İçel and Adana) of our country. The longest (Pınarözü Cavern, 16 km west of Beyşehir Lake) and the deepest (Çukurpınar Sinkhole, 1880 meters at the south of Anamur) caves of Turkey are present on this mountain belt.
In our country, the cavern investigations initiated by the Cavern Research Society (MAD) founded in 1964. Later on, the first university club, Bosphorus University Cavern Research Club (BÜMAK) has been founded in 1973. In 1979, Karst and Cavern Exploration Unit founded under the authority of MTA Geology Studies Department is executing most of the cavern explorations nowadays.
The exact number of caves investigated and documented by all local and foreign cave explorers is 800 so far.

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Winter Sports
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Congress Tourism
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Faith Tours
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istanbul
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Selçuk
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Yalvaç
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Rafting
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Tarsus
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Thermal Resorts
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Antalya
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Mediterranean Plant Societies

Mediterranean Plant Societies

Mediterranean Plant Societies
Mediterranean plant societies had been spread till to the Aegean, Marmara, Central Black Sea and west parts of Southeastern Anatolia with exceeding Mediterranean geographical region territories. Scrub, which is accepted as the most important plant society of the Mediterranean plant societies, is also defined as “dwarfish forest” in connection with botanic. Scrub plant societies, whose physiological structure (thick and like tanned leather) and leaves has a water economy for enduring to summer time draught start from the sea level and goes until 300 or 400 meters high, even to the more higher areas under appropriate conditions. Shrub composing scrub union and bush unique beautiful and strong odors are present. Menengiç, sakız, kocayemiş, sandal, mersin, pırnal meşesi, akçakesme, lâden, funda, defne, delice, katırtırnağı are most faced members of the scrub union. At the lower parts of shrubs adaçayı, kekik, ballıbaba, düğünçiçekleri, çançiçekleri, siklamen, glayöl, salep, Manisa lalesi, çiğdem, menekşe, karanfil like grassy plants are growing.
Another member of Mediterranean plant societies is “sığla” tree. This tree, whose other name is günlük, is present as small forest groups at coastal parts where ground water is high of Muğla city’s Fethiye, Köyceğiz, Marmaris ve Datça provinces. Red pine tree is also a Mediterranean unique plant type as much as scrub. Generally it starts after scrub and reach to 800 - 1000 meters high from sea level, or even under appropriate climate conditions till to 1200 meters high. Red pine, which also lives places where its shadow is on the sea from time to time at Mediterranean and Aegean coasts, is the most sensitive tree against fire.
Black pine trees, which are at the upper territories of red pine forests, and which can rise 30 - 35 meters on their body, are growing in the areas, starting from 900 - 1000 meters height and until 1800 - 1900 meters height. Cedar and fir societies can also be faced after red pines at some parts of the region. This tree type, also known as Lebanon cedar, is present with Katranardıcı at north west of Antalya. At east parts of Antalya, only cypress forest (700 hectares) at Mediterranean basin of the Köprülü Canyon National park is present. In Eastern Mediterranean region, at Amanos mountains locally present beech forest is the final point which spread to south of this tree. Bonito oak in central Aegean region, pistachio pine near to Bergama and hoop oak, an endemic specie near to Eğirdir - Kovada and cedar mixed forests are valuable places for visiting.

Botanic

Botanic
Botanic
Various geographic characteristics, climate variety, caused by geographical differences, being a natural bridge between three continents, caused Anatolia Peninsula to have a rarely encountered vegetation in the world. While vegetation number, present in all along Europe is a total of 12.000, this figure is 9.000 in our country.
Our country is superior than Europe according to vegetation variety. Because, our country is not only superior than Europe in connection with endemic plants which grow only a certain region or whose homeland is a certain region in the world but also one of the a few regions of the world. While endemic plant number of Europe is 2.750 this number equals to 3.000 in our country. Endemic plant number is only 600 in Antalya. Total plant number of England is 2.000. (9.000 in our country). It is known that one of the Mediterranean states, Spain as well as Former Yugoslavia have 500 endemic plants each. It is known that Bulgaria has 3.650, Greece 5.000, Cyprus 2.000, Syria - Lebanon 3.500, Iraq 4.000, Iran 8.000, France 4.500, Germany 2.500, Italy 5.600, Spain 5.000, Romania, 3.400, England 2.000, Hungry 2.214, Island 377 and Norway 1.715 plants on the basis of total plant number.
3 city of our country which have most endemic plants are Antalya with 578, Konya with 478 and İçel with 366. As you can see city of Antalya is richer than countries such as Spain and Former Yugoslavia. It can easily be estimated that city of İçel is richer than most of the European countries in connection with Endemic (and Non - Endemic) plant richness. If Antalya and İçel are thought together, it can be easily found that this two city become unrivalled against European countries with their plant potential.
Europe’s most endemic plant owning country except Turkey, is Greece has 800 endemic plants. Rival country, Italy’s endemic plant number is 712. Endemic plant number of Japan is 2.000, USA’s 4.036 and Switzerland’s is 1. As it can be considered that cities of our country can be compared with countries of Europe but Europe continent is poorer than Turkey as a total.
One of the most important reason for plant richness of Turkey is being Anatolia a shelter for plants during the ice age. Today Turkey is at the intersection point of 3 different plant area which is not present in either of the European country. These plant area are Mediterranean Plant Area (includes Mediterranean and Aegean regions), European - Siberia Plant Area (includes Black Sea and Marmara region), Iran - Turan Plant Area (includes Central Anatolia and Easter Anatolia regions.).

From Izmir to Kuşadası

From Izmir to Kuşadası

From Izmir to Kuşadası
The city of Izmir lies at the head of a long and narrow gulf furrowed by ships. Art galleries, theatres and cultural events give this cosmopolitan city its special vibrancy. Levent Marina is an excellent place to begin: Between Urla Iskelesi (Urla Pier) and the Karabun Peninsular, small islands dot the coastline, with beautiful beaches and excellent moorings with swimming, snorkelling and diving available. Karaburun has pleasant hotels, tea gardens and fish restaurants, located between the mountain backdrop and the sea.
Around Cesme, the large Altin Yunus Setur Marina and the harbours in Ilica and Dalyan are all noted for their safety. In July, the Cesme International Song Contest attracts world famous performers, adding glamour and excitement to the town. The thermal baths in the area, and the natural springs that mix with the sea-water in Ilica Bay, provide soothing relaxation.
The Kusadasi Gulf spreads south and south-east, with attractive beaches, bays and coves.

Gulettes

Gulettes

Gulettes
The singular design of the gulette, Turkey’s indigenous sea-going vessel, blends practicality and tradition in a relaxed style that embodies the Blue Voyage. Over the years gulettes have evolved from traditional fishing and cargo vessels into their present profile of a broad beam and wide deck.
Constructed mainly in the shipyards of Bodrum, Bozburun, Marmaris and Istanbul, and along the Black Sea Coast, these boats are equipped with motors as well as fully functional rigging. The number of passengers a gulette carries depends on the boat’s size, although most of them accommodate between eight and twelve people. These vessels have speparate accommodation for passengers, and chartering one will also include services and entertainment. Modern gulettes are comfortably equipped with most home comforts, and encourages a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere for all the passengers with a friendly relationship with the crew.
Travel agencies can arrange charters and fixed tours for a specific group or individually. Unlike cruises on large ocean liners, a gulette can explore the secluded and often deserted bays and coves of the coastline. The small harbours and settlements offer an intimate view of coastal life which large ships simply cannot. In many ways a gulette is like a full-service hotel where every room has a sea view and the scenery changes constantly.

Yachting

Yachting
Yachting
The azure waters of the Mediterranean, Aegean, Marmara and Black Sea surround Turkey to the south, west and north, making a treasure chest of coves, inlets, bays and beaches in which yachtsmen can choose a different and private anchorage each night.
The sailing paradise of Turkey is also home to the Mavi Yolculuk, or Blue Voyage, an idyllic cruise which travels to the private beach of Cleopatra, the eternal fires of Mount Olimpos and the remains of thousands of ancient civilisations.
Sailing in Turkey also allows visitors to experience the hospitality of the people in the coastal villages and towns. The tempered winds blowing from west and northwest make the long summers ideal for yachting, and seem to encourage an appreciation of nature. From some of the turquoise coast’s unspoilt and sheltered bays you can see mountain peaks rising to almost 3000 meters above the sea level.

Where Can You Play Golf?

Where Can You Play Golf?October 19th, 2007 by admin
Golf Facilities acting with the Administration Certificate of Ministry of Culture and Tourism.
There are 5 facilities having Administration Certificate of Ministry of Culture and Tourism:
Gloria Golf ResortNobilis Golf OtelKlassis Golf and CounrtyKemer Golf Country ClubNasional Golf ClubTat Golf
Gloria Golf Resort
Address: Acisu Mevkii, 07500 Serik-Belek-ANTALYATelephone : (+90-242) 715 15 20Fax: (+90-242) 715 15 25E-mail: info@gloria.com.trArrival:Distance to Airport: 42 km.Duration of Transferring: 30 minutesDistance to Centre: 50 kmClimate : Because of the excellent climate of the Belek region, it is possible to play golf throughout the year.Properties of the Course: Length of the field, 6288 metres;18 holes, 842 beds, Par 72This course was designed by French golf architect Michel Gayon, and situated by pine forests at the foot of the Toros Mountain. It is considered a Gayon classic, with deep bunkers, and an average 670 m2 green areas and seven ponds of 30,000 m2. The handicap obligations is 28 for men and 36 for women. The tee’s are white, yellow , blue and red. There are 63 bunkers, which are 16,000 m2.The driving range is formed by a pond containing the target greens, and at this location in order to pass the pond with practice shots, a harsh and high shot of 203 meters is necessary. The driving range shot platform has 48 sections and two floors.

Golf

Golf
Golf
In recent years, as golf courses with international standards have opened up, Turkey has become an elite golfing centre where players from around the world can meet in an environment of quality and prestige. Especially the area of Belek, 30km east of Antalya, where, there is a potential for golf tourism with the unique bonus of the cultural, historical and natural sightseeing of the region. Top-class courses are also being planned for Istanbul, Ankara and Mugla.
In Turkey, most courses are in the vicinity of tourist resorts, around the coastal regions which have the necessary facilities like accommodation, restaurants and entertainment. The Ministry of Tourism plans to establish another 11 golf courses in these tourist areas. stage.

Congress Tourism

Congress Tourism
Congress Tourism
History and Cultural heritage, Turkey is a door of amazing possibilities world. Turkey is a magnificent place for meetings, incentive and congresses where Europe and Asia meets.
Turkey is submitting richness of first class hotel, resort and conference facility, easily transportation to main cities of the world, beautiful decorations and unique panorama attraction. A perfect climate and lesser cost advantages compared to alternative destinations are added to all of these.
Turkey is an ideal destination with its being near to European countries and its exoticness. It is possible to reach ıstanbul within two or three hours via Turkish Airlines or other national airlines with transfer connection to İzmir, Antalya and Ankara and direct flight possibility.
Daily flights are connecting Istanbul to the main cities of United States of America, Middle East and Asia. City tours and amusement programs can be organized within a package. Its unrivalled decor and richness of architectural heritages, Istanbul is within the biggest tourism destinations of the world.With its palm trees and ancient ruins, İzmir is the door of Aegean region. Sweet coastal summer places such as Kuşadası, Marmaris, Bodrum and Fethiye are very good choices for sales, meetings and incentive. Antalya, Mersin and Mediterranean’s coastal summer places, are the attraction places of visitors during all of the year with sun, beautiful sand beaches and ancient historical places. Capital city of Turkey, Ankara is and important center with easy transport to great hotels and restaurants, magnificent rock churches and underground cities panorama having legendary Cappadocia. First capital city of Ottoman Empire, Bursa is serving a dazzling panorama, thermal bathed hotels and perfect skiing possibilities in Uludağ.
Turkey has all kinds of equipment for organizing all kinds and sized of meetings, incentive and conference with appropriate comfort and style today.
Traditional Turkish hospitality, high quality national food and wines, endless amusement and voyage possibilities are the guaranties of echoing success of all congressound to be organized in Turkey.

Afyon

Afyon

Afyon
Ömer and Gecek Thermal Resort
Location: North-west of Afyon, on the highway to Kutahya.
Transport: 15 km from Afyon. The nearest airport is in Isparta, 150 km south.
Water temperature: Between 51° - 98° C.
pH value: 6.5 - 7.3
Physical and chemical properties: Chlorine, bicarbonate, sodium, iron (4.9 mg/l), arsenic (l/15 mg/l.), carbon dioxide (423.1 mg/l.), metaboric acid (24.7 mg/l.), fluoride (4.32 mg/l.) and boron (10 mg/l.).
Recommended applications: Drinking, bathing and inhaling.
Helps to heal: Rheumatism, skin conditions, cardiovascular and digestive disorders, calcium deposits and aching joints, liver and gall bladder problems, eating and nervous disorders, gynaecological disorders.
Accommodation: Orucoglu Thermal Resort (4 star) - 428 beds. Omer Thermal Resort - 315 beds. Gecek Resort - 130 beds.
Gazlıgöl Thermal Resort
Location: 22km north of Afyon, on the highway to Eskisehir highway near Demiryolu.
Transportation: The nearest airport is in Isparta, 150 km south.
Water temperature: Between 40° - 71° C.
pH value: 6 - 7.5
Physical and chemical properties: Bicarbonate, sodium, hydrogen sulfide (3.75 mg/l.) and carbon dioxide (360 mg/l.), and metaboric acid (47.79 mg/l). Classified as hyperthermal (64°C) and hypertonic. br>
Helps to heal: Rheumatism, cardiovascular disorders, kidney and urinary tract conditions, liver-gall bladder dysfunction, disorders of digestive system and poor metabolism, calcium deposits and skin conditions.
Accommodation: Gazligol Thermal Facilities - 240 beds.
Hüdayi Thermal Resort
Location: 66km south-west of Afyon, 7km south-west of Sandikli.
Transport: Buses from Afyon. Nearest airport is Isparta, 150km south.
Water temperature: 70°C
pH value: 6.3 - 6.9
Physical and chemical properties: Sodium, calcium, sulphur, bicarbonate, fluoride and carbon dioxide, and is radioactive.
Helps to heal: Rheumatic ailments, aches and cramps, cardiovascular disorders, calcium deposits and aching joints, mental and muscular fatigue, nervous disorders and gynaecological disorders.
Accommodation: Kaplica Hotel - 64 beds. Yeni Thermal Hotel - 264 beds.

Adana

Adana
Adana
Haruniye Thermal Resort
Location: On the banks of the Ceyhan river, north of Haruniye near Bahce.
Transportation: 22km from Haruniye and around 150km east of Adana.
Water temperature: 33°C
pH value: 6.1
Physical and chemical properties: Contains a mixture of bicarbonate, calcium, magnesium, hydrogen sulfide, carbon dioxide.
Recommended applications: Drinking and bathing
Helps to heal: Effective in treating rheumatism, gynaecological disorders, skin conditions, nervous and eating disorders, liver, gall bladder, stomach and intestinal disorders.
Accommodation: The thermal facility (115 rooms, 150 beds)

Thermal Resorts

Thermal Resorts

Because of Turkey’s location on top of a major geothermal belt, it is among in the top seven countries in the world for quality and quantity of thermal springs with over 1000, with temperatures ranging from 20ºC to 110ºC. Most are in the Marmara and Aegean regions and because of their proximity to popular travel destinations such as Istanbul, Izmir, Pamukkale and Marmaris, public transport is easy. Many of Turkey’s historical places developed because of their springs, like the ancient city of Hieropolis which was built upon the rich mineral springs of Pamukkale, and the ancient Lydian city of Kaunos, whose people took baths in the rich mineral mud of Lake Koycegiz.

Adıyaman

Adıyaman

Adıyaman
Nemrut (Kahta): It is 103 km east from Adıyaman. It was formed with accumulation of crushed rocks on a main rock of tumulus. Terraces are formed with smoothing the main rock at east, west and north of the tumulus;moreover, god statues and relieves are arranged in colossal Greko - Persia style at east and west terraces.
Arsemia: It is 63 kilometers from Adıyaman, on the east bank of Kahta stream. There are relieved illustration of Mitras on ceremonial road at south, and a rock depicitng Antiochos - Heracles greeting on ceremony platform a

Adana

Adana
Adana
Ulu Mosque and Kulliye (Ramazanoğlu Mosque, Center): It was constructed in 1507 by one of the famous governors of Ramazanoğlu Governorship, Halil Bey.The complex which was perched on a square plan composes of a mosque, theology school, mausoleum (Halil Bey Mausoleum), harem chamber known as the religious foundation of the palace and greeting hall also called as Tuz Inn. Being different from classical Ottoman mosques, Ulu mosque has no excessive vertical massive impact and reflects to the methods of Memluks and Seljukians.
The mosque is famous with its colored rock and İznik tile decorations as well as its architecture. On square and hexagon plates,the dominant colors of the adornments of the tiles are turquoise, dark blue and red on a white background, complying with the unique colors of the period, which evokes admiration.
Yağ Mosque (Former Mosque, Center): Appanding further structures to Saint Jacques Church, Ramazanoğlu Halil Bey made this anew construction built in 1501. Halil Bey’s son Piri Mehmet Paşa constructed its minaret in 1525, and its theology school in 1558. It is similar to the Seljuk Ulu mosque architecture.
Hasanağa Mosque (Center): It is constructed by Hasanağa (Hasan Kethüda) during Piri Mehmet Paşa period in 1558. It is the only sample reflecting the mosque type of the classical era (1501-1703). It is mentioned that its plan is drawn by Mimar Sinan.
Hoşkadem Mosque (Kozan): It is understood from its inscription that it was constructed by Memluk Governor, Abdullah Hoşkadem in 1448. The mosque with a huge structure has rectangular plan.Kurtkulağı Mosque (Ceyhan - Kurtkulağı Mosque): It is constructed by a philanthropic, known as Haydar Ağa in 1601. It was repaired in 1659 by Mimar Mehmet Ağa, and a part of the wall that encircle the courtyard was turned into a eyvan (a vaulted room with one side open to a court). It is one of the structures which could reserve a separate place within Turkish Architecture especially with its proportion to main structure and domes of the former minaret.