10 Top Rated Sights in Turkey
1. ISTANBUL
Istanbul with its rich history and natural beauties is a very important visiting site and one of the most attractive cities in the world. Sultan Ahmet District where old imperial buildings can be visited such as Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Basilica Cistern and Grand Bazaar is the most important sight of the city. Exploring the city with its rich history takes minimum 3 days. Nowadays Hagia Sophia Museum has been most visited museum of the world since 2007. Istanbul is the most popular one of 10 top rated sights in Turkey
Istanbul is also very important shopping center for everybody. Because of being the capital the magnificient Empires over then 1600 years, they have reached the finest quality of art in many sections such as jewelry, home designs, fabrics, paintings, music calligraphy and many others. Grand Bazaar is the very good example of this market.
2. EPHESUS
Ephesus has been one of the greatest and most impressive ancient cities in the world. Ephesus was added to UNESCO World Heritage list in 2015 as well preserved and with its historical significance.
It was founded during 10th century BC and has always been very famous as the main gate of Asia Minor to Europe. Therefore, It was very important meeting point and trade center. After visiting Istanbul, Ephesus is one of the most important sights of 10 top rated sights in Turkey.
Ephesus was very famous during 5th century BC for the Temple of Artemis. Artemis Temple was announced one of the seven ancient wonders of the world. There are very famous monumental buildings in Ephesus ancient city such as Celsus Library, Great well preserved theatre for 24.000 people, Odeon, Hadrian Fountain, Terrace Houses…
Also Ephesus was addressed in the book of Revelation as one of the Seven ancient churches. Ephesus was one of the recipient city of one of the Pauline epistles. May be, Gospel of John had written there. Also 5th Christian council was done in Ephesus. Please g oto our blog page to read more about Ephesus.
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