Turkey is a place where you can visit a lot of the past within a short duration. It claims to have historic treasures of about 10,000 years. If you feel you need to relax then the beaches along the Aegean coast will be your destination. You can unwind on the fine sand watching sun bathing or plunge into the crystal clear water for a refreshing swim or simply sit back and enjoy the soothing surroundings. A vacation to Turkey would be incomplete without tasting the Turkish cuisine. The best local cuisine is available at the local eateries and not really in the posh restaurants. Turkey is filled with surprises, as you travel through the narrow streets in the small towns. The air is filled with the sweet smelling flowers and the spices. The capital of Turkey is Istanbul and it was once the capital of Ottoman and Byzantine Roman Empires. From the Blue Mosque, Byzantine churches, spice bazaars, imperial residences to the glamorous bars, Istanbul Modern Gallery, Turkey is now growing to be the favorite summer destination in Britain.
