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Travel to Turkey on a Budget: 5 Lesser Known Places

Located along the division between the Middle East and Europe, Turkey is in the unique position of holding cultural Passovers from both cultures. Moreover, it’s a beautiful region of the world, with lots to do. From the busy streets of Istanbul to the incredible ancient ruins scattered throughout the country, you’ll be amazed by what is on offer.

Turkish plate

If you decide to start your journey in the capital, you can use our friend’s Istanbul 3 Days Itinerary to easily navigate this massive city.

However, there is more to Turkey than just its famous attractions and great cities. Like every country, Tukey’s hidden gems are just waiting to be uncovered and explored. However, unlike other countries, Tukey’s position as the confluence of ancient cultures and civilizations has made its hidden gems a unique mix of different styles and people.

Turkey's beautiful scenery

We’re here to try and convince you why Turkey should be the next place you visit. Because of that, we’ve found a couple of the best of Turkey’s hidden gems and laid them out for you below. A Turkey visa is all you need to start your adventure! Happy Travelling!

Mt Nemrut Bestriding

Nemrut Bestriding is definitely one of Turkey’s hidden gems. Unfortunately, that probably wasn’t the original inhabitant’s intentions. That’s because this place is the final resting place of King Antiochus 1. As an incredibly vain king, he had t