You will find Turkey north of the Mediterranean Sea, east of the Aegean Sea and south of the Black Sea. With its unique mix of Eastern and Western traditions, Turkey is definitely a destination to explore, as the saying goes, variety is the spice of life, Turkey will leave you in awe.
If you want an elegant metropolis, visit Istanbul to discover a mixture of history and metropolis. When you enter the historical peninsula, where you can visit the Blue Mosque, the Archeology Museum, the Topkap1 Palace and the Süleymaniye Mosque. Intertwined in this historic landmine is Eminönü Square, a bustling city center that has much to offer its tourists. A busy area with people feeding birds and shopping and enjoying life in the bustle.
Explore places within the lush and humid Black Sea region where there are a variety of towns you can choose to visit. Explore mountaintops covered in dense pine forests, or relax on the coast, mile after mile, with beautiful, uncrowded beaches offering sun, sand, and swimming. If it is historical sights you are looking for, then this region has much to discover, such as the city of Kirkareli, which has the oldest mosque, Hizirbey. If you choose to rent a car in Turkey, you will be able to explore the towns and attractions such as Yedi Goller (Seven Lakes) National Park near Bolu, Megan which has a reputation for good cooks if you want to eat and drink wine, Akackoca is a popular vacation spot which has a beautiful beach and charming guesthouses, Apali which is great for water sports, or travel to the Marmara region and visit Istanbul to discover a mixture of history and metropolis city and many more to discover at your own pace.
If skiing and snow sports are your desire, the Toros (Taurus) Mountains and the Black Sea Mountains come together to form one mighty mountain range. Bolkar, Palandoken and Sarikamis offer ski slopes if you are a keen skier. There are also many places to see in and around the surrounding towns such as Kars, the center of the Turkish-Russian war and visit the archeology museum which houses beautiful wood carvings and an excellent collection of coins found in the surrounding regions, see the medieval city. of Ani (Ocakli) which is mostly in ruins. Cildir provides a habitat for a wonderful variety of birds and also close to Cildir, Seytan (Devil) Castle looms and there are many more to visit when you hire a car with Auto Europe.
If history is your interest, the rich history and cultural heritage of Anatolia will leave your mouth watering. In Harran, visit one of the largest and oldest Islamic universities that can be seen among the archaeological remains. Or visit Kilis near the Turkish-Syrian border and take a tour of the Canbolat Bey complex, ancient baths and a center that once housed an order of dervishes. Kuzeyne (Korus) is like an open-air museum with its castle and mosaics. From here, you can see ruins from the Hittite, Roman, Byzantine, and Islamic eras all in one place. There are also many modern structures to see, such as the Ataturk Dam and the hydroelectric plant, which is the largest in Turkey and the sixth largest in the world. There are many campsites and national parks where you can enjoy nature and eat wonderful food.
If it’s a sunny paradise you’re looking for, the Turkish Riviera, the tourist capital of Turkey, is bathed in sunshine 300 days a year. It is worth renting a car in this region as there are many different natural places to see. On the way to the sandy beach of Lara, visit the Lower Duden Falls, which plunge directly into the sea. This stunning view also offers places to picnic and enjoy the falls on a beautiful day. If you are looking for more, also visit Kursunlu waterfalls and Nilufer lake. Also visit the Guver Canyon which is 115m deep. Goller Bolgesi (Lake District) is located in the mountainous area of Antalya which contains beautiful lakes worth seeing. So rent a car and discover your own natural beauty in Turkey.
Tips for driving in Turkey:
- You need: A valid driver’s license, passport/ID and a valid credit card. Always carry your insurance documents with you.
- You drive: On the right, so remember to alert traffic on your left. Traffic circles/roundabouts are common and do not work like those in the US and UK. Traffic at roundabouts is usually controlled by traffic lights. If you’re going straight through the roundabout, you can usually go straight ahead at a green light, but if you’re going to make a 90-degree left turn or a 180-degree U-turn, you must obey different signals when turning: traffic that spins waits in the circle for a different signal. Therefore, if you intend to make a left turn, you must be in the left lane before making the turn. If you plan to go straight, the right lane is best.
- Speed limit: The maximum speed limit on the highway is 90 KM/hr; on TEM and similar interstate-type highways, 120 KM/hr; and the maximum speed limit in the city is 50 KM/h. Please note that all speed limit signs are displayed in kilometers per hour and not miles per hour.
- About the oil: Around 1,833,000 lire per litre.
- Parking Rules: Parking is prohibited in areas where the pavement is painted yellow or “No Parking” signs are displayed. In the areas painted blue, you must buy a ticket at the machine.
- Mobile phones: The use of cell phones is prohibited unless a “hands-free” unit is used.
- Other things to remember: Use your horn and lights to get the attention of other drivers. Assume nothing! Don’t make assumptions about what another driver might do or how he or she will react in a situation. Do not assume that they have seen your vehicle or that they will do the “right” thing.