| Turkey is the only country in the world that can be | | | | and includes the two largest yacht charter bases; |
| found in two continents. 97 percent of it is in Asia | | | | Bodrum and Marmaris. |
| and the remaining 3 percent is in Europe. The Asian | | | | -The Ionian Coast: a coastline starting in Izmir in the |
| part of the country is consists of of Asia Minor and | | | | north and streches all the way to Bodrum in the |
| European region comprises the eastern portion of | | | | south. Here you will find the best climate in the whole |
| Thrace. The two areas are bordered and separated | | | | of Turkey and a lot of rich culture. |
| by Dardanelles, Sea of Marmara, and Bosporus. | | | | The coast of Lycia is an ideal place for sailing. This |
| Through this distinctive division, a yacht charter | | | | place has many ports and harbors. The waters of |
| Turkey is easy to find. | | | | Lycia can reach as far as Gocek. The portion of the |
| Turkey is full of culture and tradition. Its history is | | | | so-called "East Lycian Coast" covers Antalya, Kas, |
| very colorful and energetic, but full of rage, conflict, | | | | and Fethiye. These places are ideal for cruising |
| and wars. It was managed by many empires. During | | | | because of its several attractions such as its coves, |
| the ancient times, particularly in 1800 BC, most of the | | | | beaches, cliffs, and mountains. However, these areas |
| country was inhabited by the Hittites. In 8th century | | | | are sometimes regarded by many ancient sailors as a |
| BC, the Greeks occupied the country. After two | | | | dangerous sailing ground because of its tempered |
| centuries (6th century BC), Turkey became part of | | | | waters. Nevertheless, all its harbors are safe and |
| the Persian Empire. However, the Persians did not last | | | | protected. |
| long. Soon after, it was invaded by Rome in 395 AD | | | | One of Turkeys most attractive tourist activities is |
| and was managed as a province. Still, the country | | | | cruising along its calm, relaxing, and stunning sea |
| was invaded by the Ottoman Turks in the 13th | | | | waters. In particular, most tourist yachties go to the |
| century AD. | | | | coasts of the Mediterranean and the Aegean. Aside |
| Cruising a sailing yacht in Turkey means sailing along | | | | from yachting, Turkey can also show its historical and |
| the many gulfs and bays of the much indented | | | | archaeological sites. You can find a handful of the |
| Turkish coast. It is also a journey back in time, with | | | | country's ancient architectures in Istanbul (the largest |
| an abundance of archaeological sites, castles and | | | | and the former capital city). You can visit the |
| temples that reflects its importance in ancient and | | | | world-famous Hagia Sophia, Sultan Ahmed Mosque, |
| medieval times. | | | | Pera Palas, Grand Bazaar, Galata Tower, and the |
| The Turkish waters is usually separated into three | | | | Dolmabahce Palace. If you are not into prehistoric |
| different cruising areas: | | | | buildings, you can have a stay at Istanbul's modern |
| -The Lycian Coast: a wild and rugged landscape with | | | | shopping malls, which are among the largest shopping |
| an impressive display of mountains, cliffs and ravines. | | | | centers in the world. |
| -The Carian Coast: this is the most popular sailing area | | | | |