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  • A picturesque view of Nemrut Mountain in Adiyaman, Turkey, featuring the colossal statues of gods and King Antiochus on the East Terrace, set against the stunning backdrop of a sunrise with vibrant colors in the sky and rugged mountain landscape.

    Nemrut Mountain

    Nestled in the Kahta district of Adiyaman province, Nemrut Mountain [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the Ruins of Ani in Kars, Turkey, featuring the well-preserved remains of the Ani Cathedral, the Church of St. Gregory, the Seljuk Palace, and the Mosque of Minuchihr, set against a backdrop of barren plains and the Arpaçay Valley under a clear blue sky.

    Ruins of Ani

    Nestled on the barren plains above the Arpaçay Valley, which [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the ancient city of Ḫattuša in Turkey, featuring well-preserved ruins of the Lions' Gate, the Great Temple, and the rock sanctuary of Yazılıkaya, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

    Hattusa

    Ḫattuša, the ancient capital of the Hittite Empire, is a [...]

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  • A picturesque view of Kalamaki (Kalkan) in Antalya province, Turkey, showcasing the harbor filled with boats, traditional whitewashed houses, narrow cobblestone streets, and the clear blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea set against a backdrop of lush green hills.

    Kalamaki

    Kalamaki, also known as Kalkan, is a picturesque town located [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the ancient city of Letoon in Turkey, featuring well-preserved ruins of the temples dedicated to Leto, Apollo, and Artemis, with intricate mosaic depictions and the Nymphaeum, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

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    Letoon, an ancient city located on the Fethiye–Kas highway, is [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the ancient city of Laodikea in Denizli, Turkey, featuring well-preserved ruins of the theater, the Temple of Zeus, and the Bouleuterion, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

    Laodikea

    The ancient city of Laodikea, located in Denizli province, Turkey, [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the ancient city of Miletus near Soke, Turkey, featuring the well-preserved ruins of the theatre, the Temple of Apollo Delphinios, and the Bouleuterion, set against a backdrop of lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

    Miletus

    Miletus, an ancient Greek city located near the modern town [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the ancient city of Phokaia in Foca, Izmir, Turkey, featuring the well-preserved ruins of the ancient theater, the Temple of Athena, and rock-cut tombs set against the backdrop of the beautiful Aegean Sea and lush green hills.

    Phokaia

    Situated in the charming town of Foca in Izmir province, [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the ancient city of Sardis in Turkey, featuring well-preserved ruins of the Temple of Artemis, the gymnasium and bath complex, and the synagogue, set against a backdrop of lush green hills and clear blue skies.

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    Sardis, the ancient capital of the Kingdom of Lydia, is [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the ancient city of Telmessos near Fethiye, Turkey, featuring the well-preserved ruins of the ancient theater, rock-cut tombs, and the Tomb of Amyntas set against the backdrop of lush green mountains and the blue Mediterranean Sea.

    Telmessos

    Located near the modern town of Fethiye, Telmessos is an [...]

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  • A picturesque view of the ancient city of Xanthos in Turkey, featuring well-preserved ruins of the amphitheater, Harpy Tomb, and Nereid Monument set against a backdrop of lush pine forests and the Xanthos River.

    Xanthos

    Located near Fethiye in southwestern Turkey, Xanthos is an ancient [...]

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Scenic view of Kadifekale (the Velvet Castle) in İzmir, Turkey, showing ancient ruins and panoramic views of İzmir and the Gulf of İzmir.

Kadifekale, Izmir

Kadifekale, literally meaning “the velvet castle” in Turkish, is a [...]

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Oba, Alanya

Nestled along the stunning Turkish Riviera, Oba, Alanya, is a [...]

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Dalaman, Muğla

Dalaman, located on the southwestern coast of Turkey, is a [...]

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A beautiful coastal view of Çeşme, Turkey with a vibrant marina, historic Çeşme Castle, and people enjoying the beach.

Çeşme, Izmir

Nestled on the western tip of Turkey’s Aegean coastline, Çeşme [...]

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Vibrant nightlife scene in Karşıyaka, Izmir, featuring lively bars, clubs, and waterfront venues with people enjoying their evening.

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A scenic view of Ortahisar in Cappadocia, Turkey, featuring the towering Ortahisar Castle surrounded by traditional stone houses and fairy chimneys under a clear sky.

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Coastal view of Beldibi, Kemer, Antalya, showcasing a serene Mediterranean beach with turquoise waters and the Taurus Mountains in the background.

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Cobblestone street in Doğanbey, İzmir, with traditional stone houses reflecting Turkish and Greek architecture.

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