Romantic Turkey's Must-Visit Hidden Gems

Embark on a romantic journey to Turkey! Marvel at the spectacular canyon hot air balloons, dreamy Pamukkale, mysterious churches and mosques, plus incredibly delicious kebabs and ice cream~

🌍 Recommended Itinerary:
Day 1: Arrive in Istanbul
📍 Blue Mosque (Free entry, dress code required)
📍 Hagia Sophia (Ticket ~60 TRY)
📍 Grand Bazaar (Remember to bargain! More atmospheric in the evening)
🏨 Recommended to stay near Hagia Sophia

Day 2: Istanbul
📍 Topkapi Palace (Rooftop terrace is exceptionally beautiful)
📍 Galata Bridge (Many people fishing there)
📍 Istiklal Street (Great for souvenir shopping)

Day 3: Cappadocia
📍 Hot air balloon ride (Book in advance! ~150€/person)
📍 Göreme Open Air Museum (Unique karst landscape)
📍 Derinkuyu Underground City (Wear a hat against falling dust)

✨ Practical Tips:
- Lira has depreciated significantly, better exchange locally
- Cappadocia has big temperature differences, bring a jacket
- Always bargain at the Grand Bazaar
- Take motion sickness pills before hot air balloon ride

🍖 Food Recommendations:
✓ Sahra Kebab (Don't miss the clay pot kebab)
✓ Yogurt ice cream (Look for MADO brand)
✓ Turkish coffee (Unique but has lots of grounds)
✓ Desserts (Baklava is quite sweet)