A diverse country set on the gateway of east meets west, Turkey has wide range of culture and a rich history. Its towns and cities are heavily populated with different architecture from the Middle Ages to more modern times. Whether your trip is to see some traditional belly dancers or you head for the beaches, cheap car hire in Turkey is the best way to get around.

Central Turkey offers some strange sites to view in the Cappadocian Valleys, where there are volcanic like cones and people living in caves the traditional way. An excavated site of nine ancient cities called Troy is a legend straight from early Greek times. The best preserved ancient city is Ephesus, which includes Ionia’s Temple of Diana.

The south coast of Turkey is populated by sun-seeking tourists and there are many small fishing villages and beaches to discover. The main resort of Antalya is a good place to pick up a car rental in Turkey to explore the harbours and other resorts scattered along the coastline.

Istanbul is the centre for tourists with its bustling night bazaars and host of restaurants where food is a culinary delight. There are many mosques to see including the bright Blue Mosque or take a look at the 15th century Topkapi Palace, the residence of the sultans.

Harran in the southeastern area of Turkey is said to be one of the oldest inhabited places on Earth. Its surrounding ruined buildings and old stone walls lend to the feeling of being in an ancient time. The Ulu Cami mosque is home to impressive 8th century mosaics.