The top 5 best travel places in Turkey

Relaxing on beautiful beaches. Hiking through picturesque landscapes. A stroll through colorful markets. Visits to historical sights. Turkey is a versatile travel destination for everyone.

It is not easy to decide between the many destinations. This list of the top 5 best travel places in Turkey will help you decide. Thanks to the excellent flight connections from Germany, you can reach them quickly.

The city is famous for its historical buildings such as the Hisar Mosque, the Izmir Clock Tower and the Asansör Observation Tower. It is the third largest city in the country and the center of Turkey's Aegean coast.

The range of restaurants, bars and cafés is correspondingly extensive. You can shop at markets and in the numerous stores. You can quickly reach excursion destinations in the surrounding area such as the national parks, the Karagöl crater lake and the small paradise islands of Yassica Islands.

The sea water at Çeşme is among the most beautiful in the country. It is crystal clear and wonderfully refreshing on warm summer days. The hot thermal springs, which provide pure relaxation, are always an experience.

The range of restaurants and bars is extensive. Some of them offer breathtaking views of the sea. If you would like a bird's eye view of the region, climb the castle of Çeşme.

The port city of Kuşadasi nestles in the bay of the Ikarian Sea and the eastern Aegean. The town's landmark is Pigeon Island with its time-honored Byzantine fortress.

The harbor is the ideal place to watch the ships and enjoy a regional meal. If you fancy some sport, then a hiking tour through the Dilek National Park is a good idea. Not far away are the unique Pamukkale limestone terraces and the ruins of Ephesus.

The lively coastal town in the southwest of the country is an established vacation destination. Bars, nightclubs, stores, beaches and lots of water activities: The resort offers you all of this. Its landmark is the magnificent marina, which is somewhat reminiscent of Saint-Tropez in France.

Bodrum's sights include the castle at the harbor and the mausoleum of the petty king Halicarnassus.

If you are looking for peace and tranquillity, the fishing village of Kaş with its 7,000 inhabitants is the perfect place for you.

You can relax on the beaches of the Lycian coast and take a walk along the golden sand dunes. The Antiphellos amphitheater and the charming fishing port are also great photo opportunities.

There is a large selection of private clinics in the major vacation resorts of Side, Alanya, Kemer and Belek. The doctors often speak German and the treatment rooms are well equipped.

The state hospitals are also modern and offer a solid level of service. Whether it is possible to communicate in German depends on the individual case. With regard to the assumption of costs, it is advisable to clarify in advance with the health insurance company which clinics are accepted by the insurance company.