Mena Jameel - Istanbul

Two people who visited Turkey do not disagree that Istanbul has a special appeal that attracts tourists and forces them to return to the city every time they visit Turkey.

But for those who do not know, there are cities in that country, which overlooks several lakes and lakes, forcing you to leave Istanbul to visit and these areas may become your first destination in your future visits.

- Alacati: Windmills and colorful and ornate stone buildings, known as Alacati, are located on the west coast of the Aegean Sea in Izmir Province.

The town is known for its clean sea and calm atmosphere, making it one of the main destinations for windsurfing and windsurfing enthusiasts.

The town is also characterized by "mastic" paste, which is made in the manufacture of ice cream dessert and added by the Turks to drink coffee.

When you visit Alacati, do not forget to try the fun of shopping at the town's weekly market, which is held every Saturday.


- Dacha Mugla: called "the most beautiful peninsula in Turkey" is the ideal destination for those looking for tranquility, beauty, recreation and picturesque nature.

Dacha is located in the town of Muلاla, in the state of Marmaris, in the southwest of Turkey, where its beaches meet the Aegean Sea with the Mediterranean Sea.

The peninsula is isolated, between Bodrum in the north and Marmaris to the south.

When visiting Dacha, there is no missed cruise to visit the beaches scattered among its 52 bays, which can only go by sea.

You can also travel by road to the ancient port of Kindos, which has been receiving ships for nearly 4,000 years.

- Burdur: Burdur is located in the lakes in the south-west of the country and borders with Mugla and Antalya to the south, Denizli to the west, Afyon to the north and Isparta to the east.

The city is characterized by wonderful lakes, the largest lake "Burdur" named after the state, with an area of ​​250 square kilometers and a maximum depth of about 110 meters.

The second largest lake in the state, Salda, nicknamed "Maldives Turkey", is one of the cleanest lakes in the world.

The area of ​​Lake Salda 45 square kilometers and a depth of about 184 meters, making it the deepest lake in Turkey.

Kach is a historical city located in Antalya, southern Turkey, overlooking the Mediterranean Sea and is a mixture of charming nature and civilization.

Kabutash Beach is the most important beach of Kas and is characterized by soft sand and clean blue waters. The Kakova River is one of the most beautiful destinations in the city, and one of the finest rivers in Turkey.

The city contains archaeological sites, including "Antelius," a historic Byzantine city with a runway overlooking the Mediterranean Sea.

One of the most important things to do in Cash is to go on a boat trip to visit the caves and monuments, including the port of "Calikoy".

- Bolu: The province of "Bolu" is close to the capital Ankara and the city of Istanbul alike, and is famous that the forest covers 65% of its area.

The location of Bolu and its vast gardens as well as its large lakes, especially Abant and Golgok, makes it a popular destination for summer and winter visitors.

In summer, camping, fishing on the banks of the lakes, barbecue and enjoying the beauty of green nature, and winter visitors can ski on the heights of the city and stand on the frozen lakes.

An important tourist attraction in Bolu is the Yedi Gular lakes (the seven lakes), where the water level varies from one to the other from 50 to 60 meters.