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Cultural and culinary tourism growth in Turkey and Northern_

Overview

Tourism in Turkey and Northern Cyprus is expanding through a focus on cultural heritage, scenic attractions, and gastronomy. In Northern Cyprus, initiatives aim to extend the tourism season by developing routes that highlight historical sites, nature, and local cuisine across regions such as Kyrenia, Famagusta, Nicosia, and Karpaz.

In Gümüşhane, a glass observation terrace near Torul Castle has attracted over 67,000 visitors, aided by social media interest. Meanwhile, regional traditions in other parts of Turkey are driving growth. In Didim, the Akköy neighborhood attracts visitors with its historical stone architecture and local products like olive oil and strawberries. In Gaziantep, the traditional menengiç coffee has become a significant draw for tourists visiting historic bazaars.

Entities

Didim · Gaziantep · Limni Lake · Torul Castle · Zigana Mountain

Timeline

  1. 3 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Turkey's regional culinary and cultural heritage attracts tourists

    Cultural and culinary tourism is growing in Turkey, highlighted by the historical stone architecture of Akköy in Didim and the popularity of traditional menengiç coffee in Gaziantep's historic bazaars.

  2. 19 days ago

    [CULTURE] 3 sources
    Tourism expands through cultural routes in Northern Cyprus and Gümüşhane

    Tourism is diversifying in Northern Cyprus through cultural and culinary routes, while a glass observation terrace in Gümüşhane attracted over 67,000 visitors this season.

Sources

61saat.com · aksiyon.com.tr · habertrabzon.tr · mistikalem.com · olaymedya.com · sesgazetesi.com.tr