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Things to do in Side
Edit ThisA great place to visit in Turkey is Side. Things to do offer lots of options for history and adventure in this region. A vacation in Turkey can provide many memorable experiences when visiting.
Adventure Travel
Turkey offers many adventures for anybody who enjoys the outdoors.
Lycian Way offers trekking that winds about 311 miles among Fethiye to
Antalya. You will enjoy some of Turkey's most amazing views while walking through this area.
Rafting along the four rivers in Turkey is also among the fun things to do in Side. Many experts in rafting vote this region to be one of the top quality rafting spots around the globe. The four rivers include the Dalaman, Koprulu, Zamanti, and Coruh Rivers.
Shopping
Shopping at the Grand Bazaar at Istanbul is among the many places not to miss. If you are definitely not on a budget you can shop at Nisantasi and Istiklal Caddesi. Some other things to do in Istanbul are to go to the Princes' Islands, by ferry.
Cars are definitely banned here, and you are going to be traveling all over this place on bicycles or in horse drawn carriages. This is one of the most popular getaways for people living in Istanbul. You might even want to smoke a tobacco narghile or sisha, and definitely taste Turkish coffee at any of the cafes under Galata Bridge in Istanbul.
Galata Tower
Discover the Galata Tower that stands nine stories high above the city of Istanbul. This popular tourist attraction offers a splendid view of the city from the high observation deck located at the top. Capture some of the most breathtaking views of this region from the structure and relive memorable moments from the pictures. The Tower also features entertainment for eating along the upper area of this location.
Tour the Region
Tours are offered for many of the most ancient sites located in
Turkey. The ruins, palaces and temples within Turkey have tours that
provide many hours of history and viewing. If you are interested in
learning about the rich history that Turkey has to offer, be sure to
book a tour ahead of time and include it in the itinerary of things to do in Side.
Relax in a Bath
You might also want to soak yourself in a Turkish bath hammam
accompanied with a massage and a scrub. The most popular Turkish baths
in Istanbul are Galatasaray, and Cağaloğlu. So enjoy the experience of a historical hot Turkish bath.
Other things to do in
Turkey are watching the whirling dervishes dancing their ritual in
Istanbul or in Konya.
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February 18, 2010
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