Turkey

Turkey is geographically, politically and officially part of two continents - Europe and Asia. The smaller northwestern portion (Thrace) is part of Europe, while the larger portion (Anatolia) is part of Asia. As exotic and riveting tourism destinations go, some say it has no peer.

Situation
Spans Europe and Asia

Population
69,660,559

Official Language
Turkish (official), Kurdish, Arabic, others

Government
Parliamentary Republic

Land Area
783,562 km²

Capital
Ankara

Location

The Republic of Turkey is a Eurasian country with its Eastern and Western traits. It also spans two continents. The seas which surround the country on three sides are the Black Sea, the Aegean and the Mediterranean.

Altinkum

Altinkum, located on the Didim peninsular on Turkey’s west coast is a small and friendly resort meaning “golden sands”. Altinkum offers delightful beaches which gently shelve into the inviting turquoise blue Aegean, you will soon see how the resort got its name.

Altinkum offers visitors many great restaurants, bars and nightclubs. From typically Turkish to basically British, you'll find everything you want here.

There are excellent facilities in Altinkum on any of its three great beaches, with water sports of many kinds and also pedaloes for those who prefer the pace of life a bit slower.

Sunbeds and umbrellas are available for rent on any of Altinkum's beaches and once you are settled, there will be no need for you to move until sunset, with handy bars and restaurants very close by.

About Turkey

Turkey

Location

Altinkum