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Galata TowerThe date of the construction of the Galata Tower is not known, but it was stated that it was built in 507 AD. during the reign of Emperor Justinian. The tower, which the Genoese, called the Tower of Jesus, and the Byzantines who called it the Great Tower, took its present appearance in 1348 during the rule of the Genoese. The tower was severely damaged by an earthquake in 1509 an...
Galata Tower - The Most Famous Towers in the World
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Kadir Tree House, TurkeyThere is a picturesque hotel Kadir's tree houses, representing a diverse forest, scattered houses on trees, and beneath them in Turkey. This is truly an amazing sight where you want to stay longer to explore all of its fantastic area, reminiscent of scenery for a movie or a fairy tale. The biggest advantage is the absence of crowds. So here it is relatively deserted - the complex itself houses nearly 300 people. Here you can admire t...
Kadir Tree House, Turkey - The Most Unusual Hotels in Trees in the World
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The Marmara SeaLocation The Marmara Sea (Turkish Marmara Denizi) is located on the border of two continents Europe and Asia, Turkey, washing its shores. The Black Sea connects with the Bosporus Strait and the Aegean Sea with the Strait of Dardanelles. The Marmara Sea is the smallest sea in...
The Marmara Sea - The Most Beautiful Seas in the World
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Kasegaluk Lagoon in AlaskaKasegaluk Lagoon represents a splendid coastal lagoon beautifully rising up in the western part of Alaska. This coastal lagoon system is the largest in Arctic Alaska and features the greatest aggregations of beluga whales, spotted seals and black brant that live along Alaska’s Chukchi Sea Coast. Kasegaluk Lagoon attracts a greater richness and diversity of avian species than any other Ar...
Kasegaluk Lagoon in Alaska - The Best Lagoons in the World
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Maitai Rangiroa Lagoon ResortMaitai Rangiroa Lagoon Resort, in French Polynesia, is perfectly located on one of the largest lagoons in the Southern Hemisphere and it is one of the top 5 dive destinations in the world. Just at 50 minute flight from Papeete, this 3 star resort has traditional Polynesian style rooms and bungalows lined amidst exotic gardens, overlooking the outstanding azure lagoon. Other interesting features include a restaurant, bar with lively entertainment and a large variet...
Maitai Rangiroa Lagoon Resort - The Best Lagoons in the World
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The Lagoon of FakaravaLocated about at an hour flight fromTahiti, the island of Fakarava became a dream location for those seeking a tropical island getaway, ideal for those who are scuba diving’s lovers. Fakarava Island is protected as a biosphere reserve classified by UNESCO because of its rare flora and fauna, and also for its ecosystem rich in birds and lagoon crustaceans. The lagoon is outstanding, warm home to amazing sha...
The Lagoon of Fakarava - The Best Lagoons in the World
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Khalid LagoonKhalid Lagoon represents an artificial lagoon of 1720000 square hectares of water surface in Sharjah. In the centre of Khalid Lagoon there is a water fountain. The area is a popular and attractive meeting place, and walking around one can enjoy the many fascinating features of the Khalid Lagoon Corniche. The Corniche extends on over 5 kilometers, and it is surrounded by a green landscape that em...
Khalid Lagoon - The Best Lagoons in the World
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Blue Lagoon of MaltaBlue Lagoon of Malta, considered one of the most fabulous sights of the Maltese Islands. It is located in the tiny island of Comino, which is between Malta and Gozo island. The island is very small, there are no cars and it has a jagged coastline and many small creeks, sea caves and a miraculous lagoon. The visitors have the opportunity to choose from two small, sandy beaches with excellent swimming and an excellent lagoon of brilliant turquoise blue water. ...
Blue Lagoon of Malta - The Best Lagoons in the World
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Nanuya Levu LagoonNanuya Levu or Turle Island is one of Fiji's most popular vacation destinations. Nanuya Levu Lagoon is situated between the Nanuya Lailai and Nanuya Levu islands. Probably the most incredible aspect of this island is the fact that it can be all yours, for a few hours or even days, just for some costs. Nanuya Levu is a privately owned island of the Yasawa Group in Fiji and the site of the Turtle Island Resort, a gorgeous luxury resort an...
Nanuya Levu Lagoon - The Best Lagoons in the World
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The Karine LagoonThe Karine Lagoon that is also known as Dil Lake is one of the lagoons in the Buyuk Menderes River delta, located in the province of Aydin, Turkey. The lagoon is one of the most attractive and remarkable lagoons in the delta because of the variety of wildlife, that inludes wonderful birds which provide the sanctuary. Although a narrow barrier separates the lagoon from the sea, which is connected at several locations to the north. The depth o...
The Karine Lagoon - The Best Lagoons in the World
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Bora Bora LagoonBeautifully located on Motu Toopua, the Bora Bora Lagoon continues to be one of the best areas on Bora Bora island preserving its exquisite Polynesian style, bungalows and accommodations, featuring splendid Otemanu views, and outstanding locations on Bora Bora. The Bora Bora Lagoon hosts around 77 Polynesian style bungalows and villas that lie on a lush and tropical private motu with sunning views over Mt. Otemanu. The lagoon pro...
Bora Bora Lagoon - The Best Lagoons in the World
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The Blue Lagoon in TurkeyThe Blue Lagoon which is located at the western part of Ölüdeniz Beach represents the gem of this popular beach in Turkey. The Blue Lagoon of Ölüdeniz features calm, crystal clear waters which make it ideal for a large variety of water sports, being a safety place for children to swim. The lagoon is a protected area now, existing as a national park. This incredible natural lagoon includes serene, very d...
The Blue Lagoon in Turkey - The Best Lagoons in the World
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Pileh LagoonPileh Lagoon is probably one of the most fascinating places on the Earth. The lagoon represents a sheltered cove located on Phi Phi Leh that is virtually invisible till you are on top of it. The visitors can swim in its bathtub warm, turquoise water with no waves and white sand underfoot,living a quite interesting experience. Even during the cloudy days, you get idea of how wonderful this unrepeatable place is. This is a popular spot and people feel fortunat...
Pileh Lagoon - The Best Lagoons in the World
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Marovo LagoonHave fun and enjoy lovely moments while experiencing the adorable waters of the world’s largest saltwater lagoon in the world - Marovo Lagoon. The visitors can swim, snorkel, and scuba dive on this lagoon,which seems to be a small piece of paradise. The lagoon is located in the New Georgia north of Vanguru Island. There are many wonderful islands in the lagoon, some of which are even inhabited. The people live mainly by subsistence agriculture and fishing and speak the ...
Marovo Lagoon - The Best Lagoons in the World
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The Aitutaki LagoonThe Aitutaki Lagoon is beautifully located in the Cook Islands, being one of the most spectacular island lagoons in the world, with its world-famous stunning lagoon, coral reefs and small islets. Situated in the very heart of the South Pacific Ocean, it opens thousands of kilometers of open sea from any mainland or continent. The Aitutaki Lagoon is the most precious jewel of the Cook Islands.Aitutaki's Lagoon is one of the most wonderful env...
The Aitutaki Lagoon - The Best Lagoons in the World
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Laguna ColoradaLaguna Colorada, also called Red Lagoon is a shallow salt lake, representing one of the most adorable natural wonders in the world. It is located in the south west of the altiplano of Bolivia within Eduardo Avaroa Andean Fauna National Reserve, close to Chile. The marvelous lake is a great source of inspiration and contains borax islands, which white color come in a beautiful contrast with the reddish color of its waters, which is basicaly caused by red sediments ...
Laguna Colorada - The Best Lagoons in the World
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The best open-air Nightclub in the world - Halikarnas , TurkeySummer is the time to enjoy the warmth and the fresh air during days and nights. Bodrum will be the best choice. Bodrum is now known as the crazy town and the city of clubs and discos. It is a real tourist attraction. The city Halicarnassus, now Bodrum, was a famous mausoleum that is considered one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The remains of the monument have long time decorated the BritishMuseum. The Halikarnas Club is considered one of the...
The best open-air Nightclub in the world - Halikarnas , Turkey - The Best Night Clubs in the world
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TurkeyTotal area: 783,562 km2 Population: 73,722,988 Density: 94.1/km2 Currency: Turkish lira (TRY) Official language: Turkish Capital: Ankara Governement: Parliamentary republic Internet TLD: .tr Calling code: +90 Turkey is situated on two continents, extending on both Europe and Asia. It borders Greece and Bulgaria to the northwest, Geor...
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Celsius Library in TurkeyIt was built in the year of 135 AD, in the memory of Tiberius Julius Celsus Polemaeanus, a popular Roman consul from the year of 92 and governor of Asia in the year 115, by his own son, Gaius Julius Aquila. The library served as a tomb for the great Celsius as well. The library is a rather unusual place for the tomb – being buried here was a great honor for Celsius. The monument has preserved within its walls more than 12,000 an...
Celsius Library in Turkey - Top wonders of the world you did not know about
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Eresin Crown Hotel IstanbulThis luxurious 5-star hotel is located in Sultanahmet, the historic center of Istanbul, close to many tourist areas, business and entertainment The hotel is situated near the coast and close to the famous Hagia Sophia. The hotel offers all levels of comfort you expect from a hotel of this quality. Elegant rooms and suites offer a relaxing and comfortable base for your stay in this historic city. There are two restaurants to choose from, one...
Eresin Crown Hotel Istanbul - The best 5-star hotels in Istanbul, Turkey
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Ceylan Intercontinental Hotel IstanbulCentrally located in the heart of Istanbul, near the famous Taksim Square, Ceylan InterContinental is a five star luxury hotel overlooking the Bosphorus. The hotel offers guests a range of elegantly decorated and nicely furnished rooms. Guests can enjoy elegant rooms, marble bathrooms and panoramic views of the Bosphorus or the city. Ceylan InterContinental offers guests a fantastic range of seven restaurants and bars serving a wide ra...
Ceylan Intercontinental Hotel Istanbul - The best 5-star hotels in Istanbul, Turkey
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The Ritz Carlton Hotel IstanbulAdmire the Bosporus privileged luxury hotel in the heart of Istanbul. Among the impressive facilities include a superb spa and gourmet restaurant. Ritz-Carlton is surrounded by cultural attractions of Istanbul's Dolmabahce district. You can admire the view of the spectacular surroundings of the terrace, where you can relax on a sunbed or enjoy live music night. Relax in the Jacuzzi or swim in the spacious indoor pool. Hotel spa is ideal for relaxi...
The Ritz Carlton Hotel Istanbul - The best 5-star hotels in Istanbul, Turkey
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Best Western Premier Regency Suites & Spa IstanbulLocated in the old town of Istanbul, this hotel is close to several attractions, and presents a unique spa experience, giving you a relaxing holiday of sightseeing. Premier Regency has a contemporary style and offers spacious accommodation. Spa and health facilities offer personalized service to help you feel refreshed and re-rejuvenated. You can enjoy a steam bath with massage done by a professional masseur or attend a session of fitness....
Best Western Premier Regency Suites & Spa Istanbul - The best 5-star hotels in Istanbul, Turkey
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Sumahan Hotel On The WaterFormer nineteenth-century Ottoman distillery was renovated and converted into luxury hotel overlooking the Bosphorus. City center is very accessible. Views are incredible and each room enjoy this advantage....
Sumahan Hotel On The Water - The best 5-star hotels in Istanbul, Turkey
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Hotel Ciragan PalaceCiragan Palace, once the palace of the Ottoman sultan, was restored and transformed into a hotel, maintaining its original splendor. It is located on the shores of the Bosphorus. Imposing building is considered the favorite venue of Istanbul high society. The hotel offers three restaurants with traditional and international cuisine, bars, shops, salons and large Spa center with gym, indoor pool, sauna, Hamam, steam bath, hairdresser. The 31...
Hotel Ciragan Palace - The best 5-star hotels in Istanbul, Turkey
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Four Seasons Istanbul Al SultanahmetThis luxurious hotel, built on the site of a 19th century Bastille is a jewel in the city that offers top features the Four Seasons hotel chain. Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul is equipped with a luxurious style with all comfort. 18 minute walk from downtown, this hotel is located in the eastern city. Ideal if you want to discover the city and surroundings. In this hotel have high speed internet access. By car you can reach in 26 minutes Ataturk (Airport is located 13 kilome...
Four Seasons Istanbul Al Sultanahmet - The best 5-star hotels in Istanbul, Turkey
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W Hotel IstanbulExperience the opulent lifestyle of a Sultan and stay at the exclusive and chic W Hotel, a modern establishment surrounded by Istanbul's historical architecture. Indulge in luxurious extensive and sophisticated interior design of this fabulous hotel. Set in a terrace of houses with authentic Beşiktaş-Akaretler, this hotel offers an excellent location. You can easily reach on foot, the impressive Dolmabahçe Palace, found the atmospher...
W Hotel Istanbul - The best 5-star hotels in Istanbul, Turkey
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Sunken PalaceThis huge tank, founded by Emperor Justinian I, the people called "Palace of the sink." Tanks on the site was found a huge church which may have been built centuries III and IV of Age Roman and served as a place of artistic and scientific activities but also to commercial businesses. This place is rumored that some gardens which were surrounded by marble columns and the garden is a bronze statue of the Prophet Solomon stood ...
Sunken Palace - The best places to visit in Istanbul, Turkey
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Miniaturk ParkPark construction began on June 30, 2001 and lasted two years. Miniaturk covers an area of 60,000 square meters is the largest miniature park in the world. Park includes 40,000 square feet free, 3,500 square meters covered with various buildings, 2,000 square feet of pools and channels and an immense park with a capacity of 500 vehicles. Miniaturk Park currently has 105 buildings constructed on a scale of 1 / 25, 45 of them are in Ist...
Miniaturk Park - The best places to visit in Istanbul, Turkey
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Chora ChurchAlthough today Chora church building dates from XI-XIV centuries, the original church was originally built in the fourteenth century by Constantine the Great. Besides the attractive exterior, interior frescoes mozaicele and art of Byzantine Renaissance period. Mozaicele of the two lobbies infatisandu church's biblical scenes contain the Virgin Mary and Jesus Christ. The two domes of the host entry portraits of ancestors of Jesus to Adam, a ...
Chora Church - The best places to visit in Istanbul, Turkey
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Bosphorus ChannelOne of the most strategic waterway channel, Bosporus connecting the Black Sea and Sea of Marmara and the Dardanelles, together with (in Turkish "Canakkale") separates Europe from Asia, is a flooded valley that follows an irregular course north-east to south- west over a length of 32 km, 730-3300 m wide and 30-120 meters deep. Bosphorus word comes from a word of unknown origin Thracian language. This Greek word is inter...
Bosphorus Channel - The best places to visit in Istanbul, Turkey
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Galata TowerGalata Tower (Galata Kulesi) dominated Beyoglu (district) since 1348 it was built as part of a Genoese colony served as a fortification and observation tower. After the Ottomans conquered Istanbul in 1453, became a prison tower and barn water. During the nineteenth century served as the observation point to the frequent fires that took place in the city since there were many wooden houses. From the tower you can see a panoramic view of the ...
Galata Tower - The best places to visit in Istanbul, Turkey
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Covered BazaarGrand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest covered markets in the world with 60 streets and 5,000 shops, attracting between 250,000 and 400,000 daily visitors. Best known for jewelry, hand painted ceramics, carpets, embroideries and junk shops. The vast majority of stands are grouped by type of goods that were exposed, with an area for leather goods and gold jewelry. Grand Bazaar is an important commercial center since 1461 it wa...
Covered Bazaar - The best places to visit in Istanbul, Turkey
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Dolmabahce PalaceDolmabahce Palace is the largest and most luxurious residence in Turkey: 15,000 square meters built, 285 rooms, without calculating baths, halls and annexes. In the palace of oriental opulence meets six sultans who have lived (past rulers of the Ottoman Empire) with Western sophistication. Moreover, the palace looks more like an imperial residence French or Austrian, but the locations of 1001 nights, for Romanian visitors, the closest comparison would be within the President...
Dolmabahce Palace - The best places to visit in Istanbul, Turkey
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Topkapi PalaceTopkapi Palace has hosted all the Ottoman sultans until the kingdom of Abdulmecid I (1839-1860), totaling almost four centuries. Mehmed II ordered the construction of the palace immediately after the conquest of Constantinople in 1453. Final form of the palace which covers an area of 700,000 square meters were added wall 1400 meters long. Along the wall there are three main gates: gate Otluk, Demir gate and the Imperial gate (Bab-i Humayun), and several smaller gates. After ...
Topkapi Palace - The best places to visit in Istanbul, Turkey
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