There are many gorgeous places to visit in our region, as well as intriguing things to do, eat, and see. It's difficult to choose where to spend Eid, but it's a once-in-a-lifetime chance. Turkey is undoubtedly one of the most fascinating tourist locations in the Middle East.
If you're spending your Eid holiday in Turkey, we've put up a list of activities to do while you're there.`
Visit the Süleymaniye Mosque
The popular TV series "The Magnificent Century" has been seen or heard by everyone in the Middle East (Hareem Al Sultan). Sultan Suleyman the Magnificent became one of the most well-known historical characters in the region as a result of this. He commissioned the Süleymaniye Mosque, which was constructed by imperial architect “Mimar Sinan.” It's one of the most well-known tourist attractions. Do not miss it!
Paragliding in Fethiye’s Babadağ
The Babada Mountain, which is between the Lüdeniz Beach and Hisarönü in Marmaris' southern resort, is roughly 6,500 feet tall (1,960 m). With spectacular 360-degree spins, wingovers, and even thermal flows. Paragliding from Babada Mountain is the greatest option for paragliding in the nation, with a breath-taking landscape and steady weather.
Shop at the Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar is among the world's biggest and oldest covered markets. The market is spread out across 61 streets and includes about 4000 stores. Every day, between 25K and 40K people attend the market. This is the place to go if you're looking for seasonings, jewellery, pottery, souvenirs, clothing, or carpets.
Pass by Taksim Square
This is the centre of Istanbul's nightlife and shopping. Taksim Square is the city's principal pedestrian thoroughfare, flanked by 19th-century buildings that house multinational retailers, movie theatres, and cafés. It's connected to a network of side alleyways with antique stores and rooftop restaurants with panoramic views of the Bosphorus.
Kiteboarding in Muğla’s Akyaka
Akyaka is the best site in Turkey for kiteboarding, with its 3-kilometre-long beach, thermal wind, and shallow, clear water. You may also cool down in the Azmak River after a long day of kiteboarding.
Pray at Hagia Sophia Museum
Built in 527 AD as a Greek Orthodox Christian patriarchy cathedral, Hagia Sophia was subsequently turned into a museum and is today one of the world's most visited Ottoman mosques. The building is a Byzantine architectural marvel and is regarded as one of the most remarkable Byzantine constructions ever built.
Plan a Trip to Antalya
If you're visiting Turkey for ten days, you shouldn't spend them all in Istanbul. There are plenty of other great places to visit. If you're spending Eid in Turkey, a vacation to Antalya, Turkey's coastline city, is an excellent choice. After Istanbul, Antalya is Turkey's second most visited city, and it was once regarded as the entrance to the Turkish Riviera, or Turquoise Beach.
Ride a Jeep Safari in the Taurus Mountains in Antalya
The Jeep Safari in Kemer's Taurus Mountains is among the city's most popular leisure pursuits. On a Jeep Safari, visitors may see spectacular countryside landscapes, village life, flowing waterfalls, and mountains while travelling on dirt, dust, and stone-paved roads.
Visit 360 Istanbul
360 is a venue built in the pinnacle of a 19th-century structure with a breath-taking 360-degree view over the Bosphorus, Golden Horn, and Sea of Marmara landscapes. Weekends are the greatest times to go since the venue has a variety of entertainment acts that keep going. 360 is also noted for its delicious food, unique decor, and welcoming atmosphere.
Pokut Highlands / Rize
The Pokut Highlands, with their view of the Kaçkar Mountains and local cuisine, provide a visual feast for visitors. Pokut is perched on the crest of a mountain, above the clouds, and surrounded by a lush pine forest.
Take a picture in front of the Blue Mosque
If you're interested in Islamic and Ottoman architecture, you can't miss the Blue Mosque. During Sultan Ahmed I's reign, it was built between 1609 and 1616. It stands out among Istanbul's mosques due to its 6 minarets. Every traveller who visits Istanbul should take a picture in front of the magnificent mosque.
Tour in Hatay
Hatay is a city on the Mediterranean coast in southern Turkey. With its St. Pierre Church, Antakya Castle, Medieval Antakya dwellings, and Roman mosaics in its Archeology Museum, Antakya is the province's largest district, rich in religious and historical tourism. Apart from its cultural significance, Antakya is known for its native cuisine, particularly for künefe, a sweet after-dinner dessert.
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