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| Turkey |
| Cruising the beautiful Turquoise Coast, aka the "Turkish Riviera," is a proverbial step back in time. With the exception of Bodrum and Marmaris, both popular holiday centers, the towns that dot the shore are sleepy seaside villages. These are simple and authentic, punctuated by neighboring coves and beaches of delicate sand. They also serve as gateways to some of the most impressive antiquity sites in the world. Among these are the city of Kaunos, dating from the 9th century B.C. with a mix of Greek, Roman and Byzantine ruins, and the most impressive, the ancient Greek city of Ephesus, the most important seaport of its time and location of one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Temple of Artemis. Why Go: Scenery, history, unspoiled villages. When to Go: May-October Essential Ports: Kusadasi, Gocek, Oludeniz, Gemiler Island, Fethiye, Dalyan, Ekincik Bay, Kas, Kekova and Bodrum. Essential experiences: Ephesus, a flat bottom boat trip up the Dalyan Cayi River to Kaunos, past stunning high cliffs containing tombs of the ancient Lycian culture. Local favorite: Gironda, a plush setting for elevated versions of Turkish dishes close to the harbor in the old town of Kalkan. |