Turkey is the focus of interest for thousands of foreign tourists every year with its natural beauties and historical and cultural assets. Our country is one of the best places to visit with tens of holiday region alternatives which are good for summer or winter season. It also meets expectations of foreign tourists with everything from cuisine to shopping, health tourism to beaches. Most of these tourists return to their country by leaving their heart here due to the beauty they have witnessed here. So, how many of these worth-seeing and captivating views which are so close to us in our country have we seen and watched so far? 

If you have not seen these beauties in our list yet, first think what prevents you from going and seeing these places. We know that you don’t find the answer. Stop being lazy or spending your time at home at weekends. It is the right time to take action now and ‘‘run away from here’’ to see these beauties! 

1. King Tombs / Amasya
These structures date back to the Hellenistic Era and are a representative of the era before Christ. They will take you to a world of dreams thanks to their historical backgrounds and a visual show at nights. 

2. Pamukkale Travertines / Denizli
We are sure that you can’t take your eyes off when you see this unique appearance which was created by the collapse of rocks as a result of a chemical reaction. Pamukkale Travertines which give the impression of being covered by white snow will captivate you with its nice appearance. 

3. Sümela Monastery / Trabzon
This church, which is located in Trabzon City in Black Sea Region, encompasses all tones of green and winks at us from a mountainous area. We are sure that you will fall in love with the magnificent appearance of this Monastery while you are trying to find the answer of how this church was built on such a steep hill. 

4. Cappadocia / Nevşehir
You are invited to a magical world with the perfect harmony of the fairy chimneys and balloons in Nevşehir city which has a unique geography. We are sure that you will have an unforgettable holiday in Nevşehir, which is home to underground beauties, outdoor museums and many other places to visit and see. If you are afraid of taking a balloon ride, you can even enjoy watching the warm atmosphere of orange and yellow balloons at sunrise. 

5. Nemrut Mountain / Adıyaman
Get ready to be captivated by the beauty of the Mount Nemrut which was declared by UNESCO as World Heritage Site in 1987. We are sure that you will enjoy watching these giant sculptures at sunset. 

6. Mardin
Mardin is a worth-seeing beauty with its historical assets and works of art. It makes everyone fall in love with its architecture. When the lights start to turn on in the evening, the time will stop while you are looking at the beauty of stone-made houses in Mardin. 

7. Galata Tower / İstanbul
Galata Tower is one of the first structures that come to mind when we say Istanbul. It is one of the breathtaking structures in the city. It can even be perfectly seen from alleys and it is also possible to watch it from various places in Istanbul. You can either watch the city from top of Galata Tower or watch Galata Tower from a distance. We are sure that you will look at it for a long time and get yourself lost within its beauty. According to a legend, one gets married with his girlfriend who visits Galata Tower with him for the first time. Maybe you decide to smile at the love of your life here.

8. Ölüdeniz (Dead Sea) / Fethiye
Ölüdeniz is known as one of the most favorite regions for the summer season for local and foreign tourists. Fethiye is also famous for its Roman-Byzantium structures and offers impeccable experience of paragliding for adrenaline lovers. Looking at Ölüdeniz with bird’s eye view, while doing paragliding, will double your pleasure. 

9. Maiden’s Tower / Salacak
What about watching Maiden’s Tower, the symbol of Istanbul, with a glass of hot tea and fresh simit at this weekend? You can watch Maiden’s Tower either at sunrise in the morning or at sunset from Salacak Seaside where is also very ideal to take a walk. You will never forget the moments that you spend there. 

10. Prince Islands / İstanbul
We finally wanted to add to our list the Prince Islands located in the Anatolian Side of Istanbul. The Islands are ideal to enjoy the relaxing life away from the city for weekend or day-trip. You can go there for swimming, doing barbecue or picnic, strolling or riding a bicycle. The Islands are waiting for you peacefully, if you want to stay within Istanbul but look at the chaos of the city from a distance.

Do not forget to take your camera with you if you decide to see these 10 breathtaking views and get ready to be captivated by all these beauties! 

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