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The greatest wealth of Turkey is probably history and Turkey has countless historical places to visit. Turkey is also the setting for many important historical events and legend. You can browse through the historical sites listed below to view some of these places in pictures. As a bridge between Europe and Asia, Turkey has so much to offer visitors, unique historical and archaeological sites.
When you visit to Turkey, don't forget to see the gorgeous imperial palaces from the Ottoman, Seljuk and Byzantine period.
Palaces in Turkey
There are hundreds of pavilions from the Ottoman era in Istanbul. Magnificent pavilions awaken a sense of nostalgia in Turkey.
Pavilions in Turkey
Turkey has lots of monuments, towers and statues to see from different time periods and religions. Here is the most attractive list of the monuments in Turkey.
Monuments in Turkey
It is possible to see the most beautiful examples of ancient Roman and Byzantine mosaics in Turkey, visit the world's two biggest mosaic museums, which are found in Turkey.
Ancient Mosaics in Turkey
Here is the list of famous Turkish castles and fortresses from Ottomans, Seljuks and Byzantines. Originally made of earth and wood, later castles were built of stone, so many still survive today.
Castles and Fortresses in TurkeyFor visitors, Turkey offers an abundance of archaeological sites, famous ancient cities and amazing ancient theatres. Turkey is pleased to invite you to a free cultural tour. To a journey into history in Turkey.
If you are interested in the history of the place where you spend your holiday in Turkey, we suggest you visit the ancient cities which are the open air museums of Turkey.
Ancient Cities in Turkey
Turkey has some of the best preserved and most amazing ancient theatres of Greek and Roman civilizations in the world. Here is the list of almost all the ancient theatres known today.
Ancient Theatres in Turkey
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