What will you learn when you visit Turkey?

Turkey is a destination for deep history as well as incredible adventure.

View in browser PICTURE YOURSELF IN… Turkey Cruising the Bosphorus is the best way to see Istanbul On my first morning in Istanbul, my husband woke me before sunup. After, we walked to the Aya Sofya (or Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque), an ancient place of worship where we snapped photos in the glow of the early morning sun. So many people gathered there, and this coming together is what makes Turkey so thought-provoking in its complexity. The stories of humanity seem somehow stored in the art and architecture that fill the country. I encourage you to see it for yourself. Yours truly, Sarah Stocking Digital Editor         Immerse yourself From Istanbul to the Aegean, Turkey's delights are manifold. Local writer Jennifer Hattam has some unique ideas for places to visit and things to do when you visit. Cappadocia is known for its dreamy rock formations Cruise the Bosphorus. This may be the best way to see Istanbul. Public ferries shuttle locals on workdays, so to avoid the throngs of commuters, you may opt for a tour.  Make your way to Cappadocia. This dreamy slice of central Turkey dotted with "fairy chimneys" (rock formations) has a history every bit as remarkable as its landscape.  Chill out on the Aegean. There are so many picturesque towns along the Aegean or Mediterranean coasts. Jennifer's favorites are Ayvalık and Kaş. Don't miss Antakya for food and art. Known for incredible Roman mosaics, this ancient city also has an incredible food scene. Order künefe, an after-dinner treat. Hike through Kaçkar. Dotted with small villages, this dramatic mountain range above the Black Sea coast (sometimes stark and rocky, sometimes lush and green) are ideal for trekking. Know Before You Go Turkey is filled with great experiences and just a few tips will set you up for a memorable experience. We've put together a list of top things to do, to set you up for an unforgettable trip. Top Things to Do Looking to plan a trip?  Lonely Planet's travel planning partner, Elsewhere, has a team of experts in Turkey who will craft a personalized itinerary and book everything for you. Create my trip  Ask an Insider Chatting with Istanbul-based Jennifer Hattam, our local Lonely Planet contributor, yielded incredible insights. Here's an excerpt from our conversation. "Even though I've traveled pretty extensively in Turkey, there always seems to be more to see, experience and learn." - Jennifer Hattam If you could only travel to one place in Turkey, where should you go and why? I'm biased toward Istanbul, but there's no one place where you can get a better glimpse of Turkey's many layers of history, culture and complexities. There is just so much to do. You can eat many regional specialities at Istanbul's restaurants, its museums hold an array of treasures representing different time periods and geographical areas; and there's also a diversity of landscapes within the (extensive) city limits, from the Belgrad Forest to the Princes' Islands. What excites you most when you travel around Turkey? The depth and diversity of places to explore never ceases to surprise me. Just this spring I spent 10 days on assignment in the lakes region in southwestern Turkey and was completely blown away by the historical and natural richness of the area, which hardly gets any international visitors. This email was sent to you by: Lonely Planet Publications Ltd. | 1101 Red Ventures Drive, Fort Mill, SC 29707 © 2022 Lonely Planet Unsubscribe | Privacy Policy | Destinations | Shop New Releases