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WHY BUY IN TURKEY?

Unlike some other countries such as Bulgaria and parts of Spain, in Turkey a foreign individual is allowed to purchase the Freehold Title of the land upon which the property is set. This avoids the possibility of "land grab" by others claiming ownership in the future, as has happened elsewhere. Turkey has so much to offer her visitors, breathtaking natural beauties, unique historical and archaeological sites, steadily improving hotel and tourist infrastructure, a tradition of hospitality and competitive prices. It is not surprising therefore that this country has recently become one of the world's most popular tourism destinations. Due to Turkey's diverse geography, one can experience four different climates in any one day.

Eat, drink and be merry! This epicurean motto never befit a country more perfectly than Turkey that has one of the three biggest cuisines in the world. The large variety of different dishes and delicacies for gourmet palates will surprise every guest paying a visit to Turkey. Turkish people are very friendly and hospitable. This is one of the virtues they are really proud of. When you visit Turkey you will get this warm feeling in every step you make. Today Turkey is abuzz with life, energy and enterprise. It is a modern, secular country with a booming economy. It embraces the future as a bridge between the East and West. Its cities teem with vibrant cosmopolitan life. Wherever you travel in Turkey, the country and its people will amaze and impress. The surge of its market forces and the modernization of the infrastructure of the whole country are impressive. Turkish hospitality and genuine warmth is a tradition. Turks have a certain "Joie de vivre" for life and enjoy nothing more than sharing their optimism and enthusiasm with travellers over a hot sweet cup of tea served in the traditional tulip shaped glass.

In recent years, Turkey has become a major tourist destination in Europe. With the rapid development of both summer and winter resorts, more and more people from around the world are able to enjoy the history, culture, and beautiful sites of Turkey. From swimming in the Mediterranean, trekking in mysterious Cappadocia to skiing in Uludag Turkey has something to offer every tourist.

Turkey is a country with a lot to offer: tranquil sandy beaches, a fantastic turquoise sea, an unrivalled reputation for hospitality, a cuisine to die for and a vast array of delightful scenery with a host of animals, birds and greenery dotted with spectacular mosques and castles. A country where people form different cultures, religions and ethnic backgrounds come together! A land as ancient as the human culture, where the continents of Asia and Europe meet. Turkey is a paradise of sea, sun and mountains, at the same time offering the visitors the pleasure of historical treasures of magnificent ancient civilisations. From April to October, most parts of Turkey have an ideal climate providing perfect conditions, which a visitor can enjoy.

But Turkey isn't just a treasure house of historic artefacts; it's a thriving, bustling, energetic modern country, with cosmopolitan cities, dazzling marinas, first class hotels and restaurants, and nightclubs, which are open throughout the night. Wonderful climate, friendly, hospitable people, world class cuisine, every kind of sport and leisure activity, great service and reasonable prices make Turkey just about the perfect place to visit, to holiday in or to live all year round. And best of all, it's no further than other popular Mediterranean destinations, being only 4 hours or less flight-time from UK and Irish airports.

     

There are an enormous variety of things to see and do ranging from water sports to mountain trekking, archaeology to night clubbing and river rafting to raki drinking. Whether you leave Turkey with magnificent carpets, amulets to ward off evil, belly dancing tips, an appreciation of its history, or just a tan, you will want to go back for more and more. This all goes to make Turkey the perfect place to buy your ideal property. And with prices climbing fast and the ever-increasing possibility that Turkey will join the EU. Now is the time to buy