28Sep
28Sep
Hakkari Flora & Fauna | Mountain Plants, Birds & Habitats
Why Explore Hakkari Flora and Fauna?
Hakkari flora and fauna reflect the remarkable variety of habitats found across this mountainous region of Eastern Turkey. From high-altitude plant communities to the birdlife of the Nehil wetland near Yüksekova, the region offers much more than its dramatic mountain...
27Sep
Antiphellos: The Ancient City Beneath Modern Kaş
If you walk through the centre of modern Kaş, you are also walking through Antiphellos ancient city. Unlike many archaeological sites, Antiphellos is not located outside the modern town behind a separate entrance. Its remains are part of the landscape of Kaş itself. A theatre facing...
25Sep
Mount Nemrut: Visiting the Statues and Walking Beyond the Summit
What Is Mount Nemrut Famous For?
Mount Nemrut in Adıyaman is known for the monumental sanctuary of King Antiochus I of Commagene, where colossal statues stand beside a mound of broken stone. Inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1987, the site brings together royal...
24Sep
Walking in Mardin and Tur Abdin: Routes and Cultural Alternatives
Combining Walking and Culture in Mardin and Tur Abdin
Walking in Mardin and Tur Abdin can combine historic streets, archaeological sites, village visits and a full-day valley hike. The right programme depends on how far you want to walk and how much time you would like...
24Sep
How Many Days Do You Need in Mardin and Tur Abdin?
Four Days in Mardin and Tur Abdin, or Longer?
Four days is a practical starting point for a journey combining Old Mardin, Dara, Midyat and the principal monastery visits. With six or seven days, you can add selected walks, explore more villages or include places such...
24Sep
Which Section of the Carian Trail Should You Walk?
The Carian Trail stretches across a large part of southwestern Turkey, but you do not need to walk the entire route to experience it. For most international visitors, the more useful question is: which is the best section of the Carian Trail for my trip? Bozburun,...
18Feb
Cedar Trees on the Lycian Way: A Natural Treasure
Cedar Trees on the Lycian Way
The Lycian Way is often associated with turquoise bays, rocky Mediterranean paths and ancient Lycian cities. But as the trail climbs away from the coast, the landscape begins to change. One of the most impressive signs of this transition is...
15Feb
Ephesus & Sirince Hiking | Walking the Efeler Trail
Ephesus Sirince Hiking – Where the Efeler Trail Meets Ancient Ephesus
Ephesus is usually explored as an archaeological site. But the surrounding landscape tells a much larger story. Hills, olive groves, village paths and old routes connect the ancient city with Şirince and the mountains of...
05Jan