Turkish firefighting teams were able to control a fire that broke out in the forests of Heybeliada Island, one of the Prince Islands of Istanbul.

A statement issued by the Istanbul governor’s office on Saturday said that the fire that broke out in a forest on the island of “Heybeliada” in the Marmara Sea has been brought under control this afternoon.

He indicated that the authorities have opened an investigation to find out the causes of the fire.

The fire did not result in any casualties or injuries, while 230 people from Heybeliada were evacuated to safe areas.

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On a hot & sunny day in Istanbul, going to Buyukada Island might be a great option!

In Buyukada, where you will forget all your fatigue, while taking a walk within history on the ancient sidewalk.

in addition, the opportunity to breathe fresh air and clean up your lungs.

This wonderful piece of land, which you will reach after a ferry ride with the company of seagulls, will make your day magical.

On these sunny days, take a break and have fun and peace. Welcome to the pearl of Istanbul, Buyukada…

How to get to Buyukada Island

You can reach Buyukada, the largest of the nine islands called the Princes’ Islands, by ferry from Kadikoy, Bostanci, Sirkeci and Kabatas.

While you are on the ferry, you can watch Istanbul behind you while drinking tea and sharing bread with the seagulls that will accompany you throughout the journey.

Buyukada tour

Once you leave the historic buildings of Buyukada Port, you will be surrounded by restaurants, cafes and sellers of delicious ice cream.

And you will be enthusiastically welcomed by the several lovely cats & dogs on this island.

You can ride bicycles and take a tour in the alleys of Buyukada Island, and breathe the fresh air on this wonderful place.

Have breakfast at Café Pasticceria to the left of the clock tower, to get the energy to embark on an exciting journey on the island of Buyukada.

You can walk in the alleys of this island, and see the colorful old houses that will undoubtedly catch your eye, and then continue your way to visit the Hagia Yorgi Church.

Places to visit in Buyukada Island

Hagia Yorgi Church

The square at the beginning of the ascending path to the Aya Yorgi Church is like a place for celebration, you can try the carriages waiting to take you to the church.

You can go to the Hagia Yorgi Church on foot or ride the waiting carriages, but be aware that the road is very long and steep.

And as you head to the church you will enjoy watching the sights of Buyukada Island, which have a different beauty with each single step.

The Hagia Yorgi Church is located at an altitude of 202 meters in Yüce Tepe Hill.

To the right of the church there are houses where priests live and an old monastery that is closed today.

On the left side there is the Yüce Tepe Casino where you can have snacks.

Moreover, you will find the Marmara Sea overlooking the Hagia Yorgi Church from all sides.

There is a strong belief that wishes made in Hagia Yorgi Church come true, so don’t be surprised when you see a lot of expensive items such as watches and necklaces at the entrance to the church, they are small thank gifts for people whose wishes come true.

It is also believed that holy water in the church has a curative effect, there were rumors of paralyzed people who recovered by it and walked in Yüce Tepe on foot!

The fresh air in Buyukada island will leave you hungry soon after.

So if you’re done with your visit, head over to Yüce Tepe Casino for some delicious meat dishes and don’t forget to order the handcrafted wine.

Walking under pine trees

After coming down from the Hagia Yorgi Church and walking for 20 minutes, you will find in front of you a wide forest full of pine trees.

The only thing you will feel in this place surrounded by pine trees is “peace”.

During this walk accompanied by the rustling of pine leaves and birds singing, you will have the opportunity to see the Greek orphanage, which still bears the title of “the largest wooden building in the world”.

This grand building, which has been vacant for 30 years, defies time with its monumental architecture, despite being nearly a century old.

The monastery of Christos now occupies the place of the garden of this building.

In the small cemetery near the monastery are the tombs of the workers who worked in the construction of the monastery and the priests who worked there.

A different love Experience in Buyukada!

If you want to go on your tour from Christos Monastery to Nizam area, you can take a phaeton, we recommend that you do not leave Buyukada without walking on Aşıklar Yolu (The Lovers Road) and Dilburnu.

After a quiet stroll in Aşıklar Yolu, you can have tea at Aşıklar Casino overlooking the sea, and if you want to relax on your walk, we suggest going to (Princes Koyu) which is just to your left.

In addition to what we mentioned above, you can visit Yörük Ali Beach and experience a quiet boat trip.

We also recommend you to visit the Con Pasha Mansion and Arap Izzet Pasha Mansion, which were built in the Ottoman era.

For the mansions in Nizam district of Buyukada Island, with its beautifully colored architecture and gardens, you will have to believe that the princesses in the stories are still alive!

Have some fun in Buyukada Island

Walking in Kenan Evren Park, having a fun round at the water sports club, and even joining concerts at the Turing Culture House are some of the fun things to do on Buyukada Island.

It’s time to say no to the ferry!

You never realize how time passes in Buyukada! At departure times the streets start to get crowded, if you are lucky you will find a phaeton during this rush hour.

And you can say goodbye to Buyukada by sitting at Yıldızlar Casino across from the pier and watching the sunset.

At that time you will feel a pain in your heart, especially when you see the ferry coming slowly and you don’t want to leave!

It is exciting to make a sudden decision and wave your hand to the ferry you had planned to enter.

Let us remind you that there are ferries from Buyukada to Bostanci until 12:30 am, so you can complete your tour with an enjoyable dinner.

Where to stay on Buyukada Island?

As there are small and large guest houses in Büyükada, you may prefer Hotel Prenses Büyükada or Hotel Splendid Palace, which are the main hotels in Büyükada.

We also recommend Hagia Nikola Pension in Hagia Nikola Bay, for its beautiful and private atmosphere.

Where to eat in Buyukada Island?

We are sure that it will be difficult for you to choose one of the restaurants lined up next to the pier, you can get the most delicious fish and meat dishes in each of them.

But our special recommendations are to try the calamari and octopus at Milto, which has been in service since 1935.

It is a common tradition in Buyukada to buy ice cream and go for a beachside picnic, so we recommend having an ice cream on the beach as an after-dinner dessert.

You can buy ice cream at Prinkipo Ice Cream or Roma Ice Cream.

Finally, back to Istanbul!

As soon as you wake up in the morning, open the windows, breathe in the fresh island air and enjoy the magical landscape of green and blue harmonious combination.

When you return, remember to take some food and souvenirs with you from Buyukada Island.

One day in Buyukada means peace, pleasure and fun at the same time.

You can experience more and more interesting things and get exciting moments at the pearl of Istanbul…

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The Dalyan region of Mugla State, southwestern Turkey, is distinguished by the charm of its beaches and sands, in addition to the beauty of nature and its historical richness.

The state continues its efforts to introduce the region to attract more Ukrainian tourists, and Dalyan is located on the coast of a canal linking Lake Koygies with the Mediterranean Sea.

A group of Ukrainian tourists, made up of travel agency representatives and tourism workers, as well as YouTube content makers, bloggers and writers, liked the region a lot.

Hosted for promotion, the group was accompanied by a tour of the maze-like canal of Dalyan and the ancient city of Kaunos.

In addition to Isuzu Beach, which is considered one of the best open protected areas in Europe, the group also visited Kojiz Sultana Sulfur springs.

Ukrainians took a dip in Isuzu, taking memorial photos in front of the 2,400-year-old megalithic tombs.

They visited the sulfur springs and enjoyed their healing waters and mud baths.

Travel agency representatives also took photographs of the targeted places and took notes on them.

While YouTube content creators and bloggers with large numbers of followers shared the photos they took on their social media accounts.

These posts contributed to the promotion of the region, as they gained a lot of admiration and drew attention to the region in a short period of time.

Introducing Dalyan in a more effective way

Andrei Umants, an official at a Ukrainian travel agency, said that Dalyan is distinguished by its special high-end character.

He added that after the outbreak of the Corona epidemic, the Ukrainian people preferred “boutique” hotels, and that they came to Dalyan  to promote them in Ukraine.

Omantes also expressed his great admiration for the nature, history, beaches and location of the region, describing it as “a hidden paradise in Turkey.”

Adding that each point in the region has its own beauty, charm and different impact on visitors.

Omantes said that it was the first time that he had visited the Dalyan region and Turkey in general. “Previously, Cappadocia was a favorite and popular destination for Ukrainians.

But I think Dalian will become their popular tourist destination in the coming period.

An ideal place for a special holiday

Yana Ryanska, a member of the group with a large number of followers in Ukraine, said that she came to Turkey about 20 times before that.

She visited many cities such as Mardin, Istanbul, Gaziantep and Cappadocia.

Reyanska added that she was very impressed by the beauty and charm of Dalyan  because it is special and is an ideal and unique place for a vacation.

She also expressed her great admiration and amazement at the beauty of Isuzu Beach, the Caretta Caretta Sea Turtle, and the nature and history of the area.

In addition to being affected by the quality of the food and the hospitality, noting that Dalyan  is a suitable place for a safe holiday in the period of the epidemic.

The Ukrainian market is important

Ali Morshed Yagmur, head of Dalyan Tourism and Hotel Workers Federation, said that representatives of Ukrainian agencies and bloggers will take part in a six-day tour of Dalyan, Gojak, Fethiye and Marmaris.

Yagmur explained that there are Russian and Ukrainian families who came to the region during the winter period due to the closure of other places due to the spread of the epidemic.

He mentioned that the Ukrainian market is very important for Turkish tourism, and that is why the “Anadolu Jet” airline company organized flights from Kiev, Odessa and four other Ukrainian cities.

He also noted that the Ukrainian guests were very impressed with Dalyan, which is hope and good news for a good tourist season.

Yagmur noted that the posts shared by bloggers on social media provided the opportunity for many Ukrainians to get to know the region closely.

And that another Ukrainian group will visit the region soon to promote it, stressing that such events will contribute to the revitalization of tourism in the region to a large extent.

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Although Turkey has many tourist attractions, these islands are one of the most popular options for those looking to travel to Turkey.

If you are planning to visit Turkey, the Prince Islands in Istanbul can be one of the best options for you ..

Prince Islands was once the home of exiled princes, but today it is a luxury resort for leisure and recreation, attracting many tourists around the world.

Overview of The Prince Islands

Prince Islands is a group of nine relatively small islands located in the Sea of ​​Marmara near Istanbul, of which 4 are the most visited:

• Büyükada
• Heybeli ada
• Burgazada
• Kınalıada

These are the only islands that people usually visit. The names of these islands come from the fact that the princes were exiled to these islands during the Ottoman and Byzantine eras, but today they’ve become a luxurious place for entertainment and recreation, and an important tourist attraction center for tourists and Istanbul residents to stay away from the hustle and bustle of the city.

Büyükada Island, is the largest island, and it has the largest number of tourists.

Tourist attractions in Prince Islands

If you are traveling to Istanbul and want to spend time in peace, make sure to put the Prince Islands as your priority, because these islands will offer you the beauty of nature with no hustle and bustle of the city, as cars are prohibited in all parts of the islands, and you can only use a bicycle or a carriage, of course, the municipality and the police is an exception to this rule, which is a strong reason for more security on these islands, as well as for less pollution and traffic.

The virgin nature and excellent weather alone can attract tourists to visit these islands, but it does not end there, as there are archaeological and historical landmarks on BuyukAda Island, that will definitely take your attention.

The most famous of these monuments is the Ayurvedic Church, which is located on the top of a hill on the island dating back to the sixth century.

Don’t miss the beautiful view of the sea on these islands. On the other side, when you come down from the hill, you will find an ancient Greek orphanage with a 20,000 square meter wooden building, which is one of the most exciting places on the island.

Additionally, on this island, you can see the church of Eos Nicholas, Gregory’s father, and the Hamidiye Mosque, as well as the remains of an ancient hotel from the nineteenth century.

Not all monuments and monuments are on BuyukAda Island only, as there are many other monuments on these islands, especially Heybeliada island, which attracts tourists with its old and narrow streets.

Accommodation and amenities in Prince Islands

Although you have traveled to the prince islands in the heart of nature and away from the hustle and bustle of the city, there are also great entertainment facilities on these islands, as there are many beautiful hotels in BuyukAda, some of which may be 100 years old, but still has great amenities and luxury.

Ada Plus Hotel is one of the most famous hotels on the island, it shows the splendor of history with its ancient design and architecture, while providing excellent services for travelers.

There is another famous hotel on the big island, usually always full of tourists, and this famous hotel is called Splendid Palace and was built in 1908. With a design similar to the French cities, that amazes every tourist.

If you want to stay in the suites overlooking the sea, you can go to Kınalıada Island, where the suites and summer houses are rented to tourists at a reasonable price.

In addition to enjoying the beautiful nature, you can enjoy sightseeing on the island with a horse-drawn carriage.

Do not forget that some of the famous restaurants in Istanbul are located on these islands and you can enjoy a delicious meal during your trip to the Prince Islands.

How to go to Prince Islands

You can only go to the Prince Islands in Istanbul by sea because there is no airport on these islands.

The islands are not far from Istanbul, but the time spent on the road depends on the type of boat you choose.

You can choose between 3 types of boats:

• Regular passenger boats.
• Speed ​​boats.
• Sea buses.

It takes at least an hour to arrive at these Islands.

The boat can be taken from Kabataş Station, which can be reached by tram line or Istanbul metro line.

On weekends, if the weather is sunny, the boats fill up quickly and you must stand in a long line until it is your turn to board the boat, so it is best to go very early in the morning.

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