Turkey’s diverse landscapes, from Aegean olive groves to eastern steppes, provide a lyrical setting for many of its great ruins. The country’s most magical scenery is to be found in Asian Anatolia. Beautiful vistas are provided by the vertiginous Mediterranean coastline. Also, to not forget are Cappadocia’s otherworldly “fairy chimney” rock formations and wavy valleys, the alpine pastures of the Kaçkar Mountains, and golden beaches such as 18km-long Patara. Whether you settle down with a çay to enjoy the view of mountain-ringed Lake Eğirdir or explore the hilly hinterland on the southwest coast’s peninsulas, Turkey’s landscape will leave a lasting impression.

Discover Turkey, especially cities such as Istanbul or Antalya, where you can find luxury hotels and you can relax before taking a trip into nature or soaking up some culture at historical sites such as Troy or Ephesus.

The best thing about sampling Turkey’s delicious specialties — ranging from meze on a Mediterranean harbor to a pension breakfast featuring ingredients fresh from the kitchen garden — is that they take you to the heart of Turkish culture. For the sociable and family-orientated Turks, gathering together and eating well is a time-honored ritual. So, get stuck into olive oil-lathered Aegean vegetables, spicy Anatolian kebabs and dishes from Turkey’s corners – and as you drink a tulip-shaped glass of çay, contemplate some baklava for dessert, remember that eating is deepening your understanding of Turkey.  Discover Turkey