As it's shown on the map Turkey is a bridge in between three continents, because of this geographical location and climate many have sought after it for many centuries, some succeeded and left their marks on the country. This is why Turkey is so rich in historical remains.

   Turkey is a key NATO member with one of the largest armies in the alliance after that of the USA.

       Turkey is a large country with many different cultures and traditions, covering an area of approximately 300.000 square miles. Modern Turkey was founded from the remnants of the defeated Ottoman Empire in 1923 by national hero Kemal Atatürk.

    The capital is Ankara, but Turkey's greatest city is Istanbul, the only city in the World straddling two continents-Europe and Asia. In ancient times city was known as Byzantium and in later centuries as Constantinople.

   The population of Turkey is 72 millions 80% being Turkish and 20% Kurdish, with over 99% of the population being Muslims.

   Turkey is the site of Mount Ararat where Noah's Ark came to rest, and Saint Nicholas the historical figure with whom Father Christmas is identified was born on Turkey's Mediterranean Coast

    Turkey has borders with many countries and also long Mediterranean, Aegean and Black Sea coast-lines hosting many popular tourist resorts

  Among the best known contributions to European life are Coffee, Turkish Delight, Turkish Baths (hamam) and the Kebab.

    In 2003 inflation hit a 30 year low of  9,3%, the average wage is about 5,000 Lira which is roughly  ₤2,000 or  3,000€, and a third of Turks work in agriculture.

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  Being an already popular tourist destination many people have bought second homes here, some even live permanently in the country. This will become even more popular for property and investments with Turkey in the process of joining the EU. At the moment Turkey is full of opportunity even for new businesses , though prices will increase once in the EU, as material and labour costs will also go up.

     A country spanning two continents Asia on one side, Europe on the other. For over ten thousand years it has been the home of great cultures and civilisations of the world. Here you can enjoy the pleasures of east and west, old and new.

     In Turkey you can see landscapes of incredible natural beauty, sites of great antiquities, towns and villages with lovely examples of architecture from Byzantine, Selchuk and Ottoman times. Then you can relax with over eight thousand kilometres of coastline innumerable gorgeous beaches, and four different seas, every taste is catered for.

     Once you have visited Turkey, sampled the delicious food and marvellous local wines and drinks, enjoyed the friendliness and hospitality of the people you are sure to want to return again and again, each time making new discoveries and new friends as its a vast and exciting destination.

      If it is your first visit to Turkey, you may have preconceived ideas about the people and their culture. The Turkish people are renowned for their friendliness and hospitality, this is something you will find yourself and will be totally enchanted by their warmth and openness.

     Turkey is a fairly new destination being offered to holiday makers. This country offers every tourist a magical experience to be remembered in years to come.

     We have created this web-site just for you, giving general information not only on Turkey but also details of your resort to make your holiday one to remember. We hope you enjoy reading it. It outlines briefly changes which have occured over many years, a developing country with much to offer everyone steeped in tradition, culture and history.

     Because Turkey is such a vast country so many parts still undiscovered by tourists; We have put together some fabulous sites you may wish to visit during your stay with us.

     Discover the beauty and magic of Turkey.