Turkey: A Land of Contrasts and Beauty

There is a reason Turkey is nicknamed the gateway to the East. The country is indeed where two parts of the world meet. Turkey is located on two continents, where old traditions and forgotten peoples exist side by side with the culture of modern cities and the luxuries of the West.

The geographical history of Turkey predates the history of the Turks themselves. Traces of the first settlements of nomadic people date back to around 6,500 BC, while the Turks as a people only date back about 900 years.

The nation's history, therefore, consists not of one continuous narrative, but of many smaller stories which, when pieced together, provide magnificent tales of migration, wars, mighty sultans, and lost cultures.

Asia Minor was, until the beginning of the 20th century, under Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman rule. This has resulted in many wars, battles, and changes in rulers over the years.

Visitors to present-day Turkey should pay particular attention to one significant change of power: the foundation of the Turkish Republic in 1923. This historical event has affected Turkey like no other and created the nation that exists today.

Buying a holiday home in Turkey is a popular way for many people to combine a financial investment with an investment that friends and family can also benefit from.

Turkey is a fantastic country, and few other places offer such a wide variety of cultural experiences, genuine hospitality, and—let’s not forget—a fantastic climate. Add to all this a price level that is far below that of other European countries, not to mention easy, quick, cheap, and year-round travel and flight opportunities.

All this creates a setup that makes Turkey the perfect place for a sound investment.