Have you ever been to Turkey? If not, you need to know that this country is amazing because it is a border between two worlds and two cultures – the modern life meets the old traditions. Here’s a list of some not-so-famous places in Turkey you would instantly want to discover by yourself.

Alaçatı, İzmir

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Alaçatı is located on the western coast of Izmir Province in Turkey. It is well-known for its architecture, vineyards and windmills. When you enter the city you immediately fall in love with the small streets and colorful houses. And as a bonus to this, there are perfect conditions for windsurfing and kitesurfing.

Alaçatı, İzmir

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Don’t you just want to open this door and find out where it leads?

Altınköy, Urla

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Altınköy is a small village near Urla (Izmir). It may be not very interesting but the beach located near it is extraordinary. It is easy to access but not many people know about it. The clear water and the privacy it offers will help you relax and enjoy your time.

Çeşme

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Çeşme is a well-known destination for tourists but there is a secret to it. If you are an adventurer, then you will surely want to discover the secret beaches there. The crystal water, the amazing creatures in it and the golden sand are all things you get when you decide to visit one of the not very popular beaches in Çeşme. You will be thrilled by this place, because the beauty it offers is something most people have seen only in the movies.

Efes (Ephesus)

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Efes (Ephesus) – a spectacular place to visit. Yes, Efes is more famous than the other places in this list but you can’t miss it! Visiting Efes will give you a mind-blowing experience when you realize that you are in an ancient Greek city, built during 10th century BC! The beauty of this place is breathtaking.

Saat Kulesi, İzmir

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The famous Clock Tower located in the center of Izmir is a symbol of the city. It was designed by a French architect and was built in 1901 as a gift from German Emperor Wilhelm II to Abdülhamid II’s accession to the throne . For six years it was depicted on the back of the 500 lira banknote.

Kemeraltı, İzmir

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Turkey is well-known for its bazaars but the two in this list are worth-visiting. Kemeraltı is a historic bazaar in Izmir built in the 17th century and has extended to a wider area since then. You can find amazing things there- typical Turkish goods and handmade decors made by young and ambitious designers.

Kızlarağası Hanı, İzmir

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Kızlarağası Hanı is another of the famous bazaars in Izmir. It is covered and you can buy almost anything there and some times you can get something for free as a bonus. There are a lot of places in it where you can eat iskender (a traditional Turkish meal with meat) or drink Turkish black tea (cay)

Şirince, İzmir

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Şirince may seem like an ordinary small and beautiful village. The truth is jaw-dropping. Do you remember the 2012 Mayan Apocalypse? Şirince was one of the few places that was known to be a safe one for the future end of the world. A lot of people bought property in the small village or just planned to use it as a hideout. The 600 inhabitants of the village had to share the scarce area with around 60 000 visitors. The world didn’t end but the village became well-known and turned into a preffered tourist destination.

Şirince, İzmir

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Does this door lead to another world?

One Bonus Place For The Sea Food Lovers

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Akın’ın Yeri is the ultimate fish restaurant located near Özbek. There you can pick your fresh fish or anything else living in the sea and have it prepared for you by your own taste. Will it be fish, calamari, shrimps or something more exotic – it depends on you. The delicious food combined with the authentic atmosphere and the ultra caring staff will give you a one in a lifetime food experience.

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