Across time, the fertile lands of forest and the beautiful climate meant that many invaders targeted their sights on Alanya. The old city walls of Alanya trail along its coast, highlighting how it resorted to defending itself. Within the walls, you’ll find a 14th century castle and the famous red tower. Up close, it is not so much red, more warm hues of orange and terracotta, but it looks astounding either way! The locals are so taken with it, they’ve made it the official emblem of the town.

Beneath the citadel, more fascinating sights await you, with a network of intertwining caves. Damlatas is the most impressive, with layers of rock aged over time which resemble molten candles.

Even just wandering around the sunlit streets, you’ll come across intricately-patterned mosques and Byzantine churches with domes of sparkling gold. For a true feast for both your senses and your mind, visit Alanya with Sumaster. You’ll be surprised how many cheap Turkish holidays you’ll find.

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Side is literally a historical work functioning as a town in disguise. On almost every corner you’ll be beset by huge Roman and Hellenistic columns, as well as the ruins of sites which stood over 3,000 years ago. Archaeological artefacts are so abundant here that one of the town’s two amphitheatres are still used for concerts today.

As you enter Side, the first thing you’ll notice are the city walls, named Megale Pyle, which indicate how important Side was to ancient civilisations. Despite the rubble of the Roman Baths, parts of the temples of Athena and Apolla still stand. It’s fascinating to gaze towards the huge columns and consider how many famous figures, including Alexander the Great and Pompey stood in the same place. The expertly carved stone also offers an excellent photo opportunity.

For a slightly newer slice of history, visit the centre of the old town to see the mixture of styles, from Byzantine churches to Ottoman villas. As you can choose your own flights and hotel, you can tailor your holiday to Side exactly as you like with Sunmaster. So it’s easy to create your own cheap Turkish holiday.

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A taste of paradise is closer than you may think, as Olu Deniz in Turkey is under five hours away. Its stunning lagoon draws the eye to its waters of sparkling shades of blue, surrounded with pine-covered hill tops. The pristine white beach adds to its beauty, and the area is a national nature reserve to ensure it stays in its sublime state. When you visit, you’ll see why it’s often voted among the 5 best beaches in the world by tourists and travel journalists alike.

The calm, fairly shallow waters of the lagoon also make it ideal for families. There’s a wide selection of quaint cafes and restaurants that are perfect for just sitting back, relaxing and enjoying the view.

A famous walk, the Lycian Way, is also near to Olu Deniz. It stretches over 500km and it takes in many of the most amazing sights in Turkey, including Mount Olympus. Because the area offers breathtaking views of steep mountains and vast stretches of the Mediterranean Sea, it is popular for paragliding too. Why not give it a try when you visit the resort? Just visit Sunmaster to book your cheap Turkish holiday to Olu Deniz today.

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What makes Turkey a tourist’s delight is the sheer variety of experiences to enjoy whilst on holiday. This is clear in Kusadasi, where you can choose to absorb the culture and the history of the region or simply laze on the beach and bask in the warm sunshine.

Situated near to the major ancient civilisations of Greece and Rome, and with a rich heritage of its own dating back to the Byzantine and Ottoman periods, Turkey has a huge number of historical sights to visit. In Kusadasi itself, the 17th century Caravanserai castle is the main attraction. Its dusky brown walls have been faithfully restored to give you an impression of the architecture of the period.

Make your next journey to the small nearby island, Guvercin Ada, which features the ruins of a Byzantine castle and evidence of the fortifications used by the Ottomans and the Ventians when they invaded the town.

The hike up the highest hill in Kusadasi is well worth the effort too, as when you reach the summit you’ll see a statue of the great leader of the Turkish republic, Ataturk, gazing across the town. Plus, you’ll be rewarded with some stunning panoramic views of the brilliant white houses and tree-top mountains.

Visit Sunmaster to create your own cheap Turkish holiday and look forward to a voyage of discovery in Kusdasi.

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There’s an amazing array of contemporary design hotels in the up-and-coming Turkish resort of Lara Beach. It’s a place where world-renowned architects have been allowed to let their imaginations loose! The most impressive jewel in the crown of Lara Beach is the Titanic Beach Resort. This huge hotel has been modelled on the famous 1920’s cruise liner and even the interior rooms and restaurants continue the nautical theme.

Another mesmerising man-made design is the Concorde Deluxe Resort. Built in the shape of the supersonic aircraft, its glossy black windows and cockpit penthouses will make you feel like a real high flyer! While Barut Hotels Lara Resort Spa is set in spacious palm-tree lined gardens, and boasts incredibly modern surroundings with sleek wooden floors, geometric patterns and modern art.

Set in a secluded, quiet location just 16km from the lively resort of Antlaya, Lara Beach offers unrivalled peace and quiet. Or you could always take a short trip into town to visit the designer boutiques and choose some glamorous new styles. You’ll find the perfect respite from all that shopping in a golden sandy beach that runs into calm Mediterranean waters.

Book your great value Turkish holiday with Sunmaster today and take your pick from a selection of impressive hotels in Lara Beach.

Sarigerme is a resort town located in the Southern coast of Turkey along the shores of the Mediterranean. It is a fifteen minute drive from the Dalaman International Airport and is located pretty much near other resorts like Marmaris and Dalyan. Sarigerme has some great surroundings that can be done with some exploring and white sandy beaches with clear waters that are perfect for relaxing and getting a tan.

The islands of Göcek are located near Sarigerme and they are known to have some magnificent sceneries. Family cruises are arranged from Sarigerme to these islands and its is not to be missed out. There are also exclusive jeep safaris that help you explore the Turkish countryside and get a first hand experience of what it is like out in the Turkish countryside. You could also hop into one of the quad bikes and go on a safari that includes riding in the Radar mountains and visiting the rock tombs.

Izmir is a beautiful city located in the Mediterranean country of Turkey. Situated on the southwestern coast of Turkey, Izmir is a large bustling port as well as a popular holiday resort. Known to the ancients as Smyrna, this city has the Gulf of Izmir named after itself. The city is one of few constantly inhabited cities of the world, with a recorded urban history spanning back 3500 years.

Izmir was so beautiful and resplendent that it attracted many conquerers, ranging from the Lydians to the ancient Greeks. A lucrative trading port with a beautiful climate, the city was one of the most important social centres of the ancient world. Today, Izmir boasts of a variety of cultural attractions. Ranging from the excavated Agora (an ancient Greek market) to the archaeological Mueseum, the city of Izmir has a rich and varied historical heritage.

If you’re more into sun and sand, look no further than the beach. Izmir has some of the most beautiful and serene beaches on the Mediterranean rim. Head out of town and the white powdery sands of the Altinkum beach beside the azure Aegean sea will sooth and refresh you.

Turkey, located in the Anatolian peninsula is often referred as a Eurasian country as it lies in between Europe and Asia and it was one of the oldest inhabited regions in the world. The country is bounded by eight different countries. Owing to the low costs of holidays in compared to the rest of the continents in Europe, Turkey has remained a popular tourist destination among tourists along with Bulgaria.

When it comes to Turkey, all that comes into your mind is beaches, resorts and hot Turkish baths. There are a number of places to visit and a holiday to Turkey should be a bit long one if you wanted to visit all the places of natural beauty. Blue Lagoon in Olu Deniz is one such place of heavenly beauty where the waters are clear and calm and has hence become a place for many water sports and also a safe place for children to swim. You also get to explore the beautiful ruins of Athena and Apollo temple at Side, a beautiful town at around 75 kms from Antalya. Side is also known for its golden beaches and has lots of attractions for all ages likewise.