Turkey
Pearl of the Aegean
Discover why this country’s untamed beauty and cultural heritage are compared to the priceless elegance of a pearl. Turks invented the kebab and their delicious cuisine that has been enjoyed in countries around the world for thousands of years. Turkish traders were the first to introduce tulips to other lands. And, St. Nicholas, known as Santa Claus, was actually born in Turkey, not the North Pole. So, whether you are exploring temple ruins dating back to the Hunter-Gatherer Era or watching muscular athletes compete in the national sport of oil wrestling, there is something for everyone in this modern-day destination of antiquity.