Is Ankara or Istanbul better?


Is Ankara or Istanbul better? Compared to Istanbul, Ankara might have fewer tourist offerings. While it has historical sites and museums, it may not have the same breadth of attractions and experiences as Istanbul in terms of cultural diversity, shopping, and entertainment options.


What is the number 1 tourist destination in Turkey?

One of the world's greatest cities, Istanbul should be on every traveler's must-visit list. Highlight sights like the grand Byzantine basilica Aya Sofya, often called Hagia Sophia in English, and the Ottoman sultans' lavish Topkapi Palace attest to the city's centuries-long history as the capital of powerful empires.


Where do rich people stay in Turkey?

Yeniköy, Bebek, Kuruçesme, and Tarabya (in European Istanbul), Beykoz and Kandili, Vaniköy, Anadoluhisari and Kanlica (in the Asian/Anatolian Istanbul) are the most prestigious neighborhoods.


Where is most beautiful in Turkey?

10 of the most beautiful places in Turkey
  1. The Fairy Chimneys of Cappadocia. High on the Anatolian plateau, the curious landscapes of Cappadocia resemble a fantasy world.
  2. The pools of Pamukkale. ...
  3. Blue Lagoon, Olüdeniz. ...
  4. Gümüslük, Bodrum. ...
  5. The domes of Istanbul. ...
  6. Patara. ...
  7. Kas ...
  8. Ephesus. ...


Where in Turkey looks like Greece?

What island in Turkey looks like Greece? Like Bozcaada, Gokceada is also located in the Aegean Sea and shares similarities with its Greek neighbors. Gokceada is mountainous, with hilltop villages with cobblestoned streets dotting the landscape.


What is the posh city in Turkey?

Bodrum. When you talk about Bodrum, you mostly talk about the Bodrum Peninsula, rather than the city itself. Bodrum is home to some of Turkey's most luxurious hotels and resorts. Needless to say, it also attracts a high number of very rich businesspeople and entrepreneurs, who choose to live in the region.


What is the most luxurious city in Turkey?

Bodrum is home to some of Turkey's most luxurious hotels and resorts. Needless to say, it also attracts a high number of very rich businesspeople and entrepreneurs, who choose to live in the region. One of the top places to live in Bodrum is the Yalikavak Marina, the most expensive area for Bodrum's elite.


Which city is better in Turkey?

Ankara. The second-largest best city in Turkey to live in after Istanbul is Ankara, which serves as its capital. This modern city is home to some of the greatest universities in the country. There are many government organizations, including embassies in the city.