DISCOVER TURKEY
TURKEY is a fascinating country,
rich in history, culture and natural beauty. This is where East
meetsWest: spanning the continents of Asia and Europe, Turkey was the
birthplace of Islam, Judaism and Christianity.
Here you will find the echoes of civilisations that flourished some
10,000 years ago, and a democratic tolerance born of many centuries of
cultural
evolution. With a strong sense of community and a level of hospitality
and tolerance that recalls gentler days in the UK, most people still do
not lock their doors.
Turkey is a land of contrasts, from its ancient cities to its
advanced technology; from its stunning mountains to its 5,000 miles of
sparkling coastline. At certain times of year, it’s possible to spend
the morning skiing on some of Europe’s finest powdery slopes, and the
afternoon sunbathing on the shores of a tranquil bay or golfing on one
of the many world class golf courses. The unspoilt natural environment
makes Turkey an ideal place for outdoor pursuits such as bird watching,
trekking and sailing.
Classical ruins are more abundant here than in Greece or Italy. The
mellow climate nurtures the production of an abundance of fruit and
vegetables, while local farmers make little use of herbicides and
pesticides – resulting in a wealth of tasty organic food that
contributes to Turkey’s delicious and varied cuisine. A member of NATO
for over half a century, Turkey has full membership of the European
union in sight. The Turkish government has been driving through
extensive changes to comply with EU membership criteria. This has
resulted in huge investment in infrastructure, large-scale
privatisations, and liberalisation of the banking sector. There has
never been a better time to invest in a country that is clearly poised
to reclaim some of the prominence it once held as centre of the Roman,
Byzantine and Ottoman empires.
A multivolume book would not be sufficient to describe the many unique
features of Turkey – this is obviously just a start! We would be
delighted to help you discover just how much this extraordinary country
has to offer.
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