{"id":857161,"date":"2024-08-25T17:07:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-25T14:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/?p=857161"},"modified":"2025-02-10T20:37:25","modified_gmt":"2025-02-10T18:37:25","slug":"top-15-instagrammable-places-in-turkey","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/top-15-instagrammable-places-in-turkey\/","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udcf8 Top 15 Instagrammable places in Turkey"},"content":{"rendered":"

If you choose the most photogenic<\/a> countries in the world, then Turkey<\/a> will definitely take pride of place in the top five. Beautiful nature, magnificent architecture<\/a>, and even the roads between cities are so picturesque that they force you to stop the car for a couple of spectacular photos. But if you want photos like on Instagram, then here is a selection of the most popular locations. By the way, if you set a goal to visit them all, then keep in mind: many tour operators offer entire tours<\/a> that include such places.<\/p>\n

Istanbul<\/h2>\n

Galata<\/h3>\n

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Galata is a historical district of the city and a very atmospheric location in the Turkish capital. There are a large number of restaurants and shops, and there are always a lot of people. On a hill in the middle of the area rises one of the main attractions of<\/a> Turkey – the Galata Tower. This oldest building in the country can be seen from almost anywhere in Istanbul. And from the terrace of the tower itself there is a panoramic view of the Bosphorus<\/a> and the Golden Horn.<\/p>\n

And despite the fact that there are many photogenic places in Galata, the cobbled street leading to the Galata Tower is perhaps the most popular among Instagram users.<\/p>\n

Roofs with seagulls<\/h3>\n

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To pamper “their inner goddess,” the girls go to take pictures on panoramic rooftops overlooking the city. The grounds are decorated with pillows and Turkish carpets, and seagulls circle around at arm's length.<\/p>\n

There are two such locations in Istanbul. Until recently, the Kubbe roof or, as it is also called, Takht, was considered the most popular. But not only has a photo shoot here recently become more expensive, but the main location has been moved from the roof to the glazed lower level. They suggest finishing the seagulls in Photoshop. On the plus side: there is professional lighting and there are additional photo zones – a room with lamps, an Ottoman-style throne and a wall of roses.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Instagram users have fallen in love with another location on the “secret roof with domes.” It\u2019s easier to get there with a photographer, but locals can also take you “to the seagulls” for a reasonable fee. By the way, birds fly there for a reason. They are fed chicken skins.<\/p>\n

On the roof there is a wide selection of dresses, both in the national style and those same satin dresses of different colors with long flowing trains. There is a dressing room<\/a>. Additionally, you can take pictures in a room with lamps and on a swing.<\/p>\n

The photos are taken with a view of the Bosphorus and the Galata Tower.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Ortakoy embankment\u00a0<\/h3>\n

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An incredible sunrise can be caught on the Ortakoy promenade. Here you will find the Bosphorus, the picturesque B\u00fcy\u00fck Mecidiye Mosque (or Ortakoy Cami), and a beautiful pier. The location attracts not only languid beauties in luxurious dresses, it is ideal for capturing a love story. To have fewer people and ideal light on the embankment, you will have to come here early in the morning.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Red tram\u00a0<\/h3>\n

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The red tram can be found on the Istiklal pedestrian street in the Beyoglu district. It became pedestrian only in 1990, and before that it was used by cars and trams. The tram still runs along its route<\/a>, but serves more as a local attraction<\/a>, and mainly tourists travel on it. Photos with a handsome red background can often be found among Instagram users who have visited Istanbul.<\/p>\n

Lamp shops in the Grand Bazaar<\/h3>\n

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This Turkish market is one of the most atmospheric places for shopping and photography.<\/p>\n

To take those cherished photos in the shop, you will have to buy something. Before purchasing, take a closer look at the prices, which can vary greatly from store to store, and don\u2019t be shy about haggling. It is possible that you can agree with the store owner about a couple of photos for a reasonable fee and without buying a lamp.\u00a0<\/p>\n

There are a variety of showcases here, each more beautiful than the other, so you should first look at them all before choosing the one. You should not take photographs without the permission of the store owner. After all, it has already become part of the business.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n

Gate of Dolmabahce Palace<\/h3>\n

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The territory of Dolmabahce Palace has become a recognizable location in Istanbul and a popular place for insta-photo shoots in Turkey. It is one of the country's most impressive Ottoman palaces, influenced by the Baroque and Rococo styles. At one time it served as the main residence and administration of the Ottoman emperors.\u00a0<\/p>\n

You can get inside the palace from 9 am to 6 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. But a photo against the backdrop of the majestic gates is enough to decorate your feed.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Vaults of Hagia Sophia<\/h3>\n

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While in Istanbul, you should not miss the Hagia Sophia, despite the fact that the queues of people wanting to get inside are simply huge,<\/p>\n

Most of the time in this mosque you will have to walk with your head up in order to appreciate the scale and beauty of the majestic vaults of the building<\/a>. There is not enough interior lighting, even from the huge chandeliers and the light that comes through the relatively small semicircular windows, so the photos turn out quite dark. But this is precisely what gives them their charm.<\/p>\n

To take a photo in splendid isolation, it is better to get in line shortly before opening. The ticket seller periodically walks around the crowd gathered near the entrance. Not everyone buys from him, thinking that he is a scammer, but in reality it is a chance to get to the mosque before others.<\/p>\n

Cappadocia<\/h2>\n

Valley of Balloons<\/h3>\n

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In the valley between the settlements of Gyorime and Chuvashin, hundreds of hot air balloons rise into the air almost every day in calm weather. Those interested can see the Cappadocia region from a bird's eye view. Well, for those who are satisfied with picturesque pictures against the backdrop of balloons, there are a couple of recommended places for photo sessions, and just watching this amazing spectacle.\u00a0<\/p>\n

One of the most popular points is the top of Sunset Hill in Goreme. It\u2019s best to come here an hour before sunrise to get the best viewing spots. The cost of visiting such a natural site will cost approximately $6 per person.<\/p>\n

Not far from Gyorime is Baglidere Valley or, as it is popularly called for the unusual shape of the rock formations, “Valley of Love”. You can get here by car or on foot from the village of Cavusin.<\/p>\n

There is also a good view from the slopes of the rock-hewn Uchisar fortress in the town of Chuvashin. The castle consists of rooms with balconies connected by narrow passages. The cost of entry to the fortress does not exceed $1.<\/p>\n

Any of these options is suitable for spectacular photos with flying balloons in the background.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Terrace overlooking the flight of hot air balloons<\/h3>\n

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Another recognizable location against the backdrop of the Charlieres and Mont Golfieres<\/a> is the terrace with colored carpets and satin pillows.<\/p>\n

There are quite a few such terraces in Gyerim, but one of the most popular is located in the cave hotel Sultan Cave Suites. Although the cost of the apartments is high, spending the night in such a natural hotel will give you an extraordinary experience and the opportunity to go to a luxurious photo zone. At the entrance to the terrace, they check for the keys to the hotel room, so that strangers cannot enter there. Unfortunately, the queue for the photo shoot is still huge and it will only take a couple of minutes to take a photo.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Oh yes, the food in the photo zone, which seems so appetizing, serves as a prop and lies there for several days. Don't even think about trying it!<\/p>\n

Ikman Carpet Gallery<\/h3>\n

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This is one of the most beautiful and unusual Turkish carpet stores in the country. It is located right in the center of Goreme in the open air. It is unusual in that it is surrounded by its own rock chimney (a tall narrow stone rising from rocky ground, with a “lid” on top).<\/p>\n

As with the Grand Bazaar, if you buy a carpet you can rent for free. If not, then the cost of a photo shoot will cost about $15-20 for 15 minutes. In addition, the store owner offers to take professional photos from a copter. This site is regularly ranked among the most Instagrammable places in the world<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Pamukkale<\/h2>\n

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Spectacular shots against the backdrop of snow-white rock formations with sky-blue pools are the travertines of Pamukkale. They were formed thanks to thermal springs, saturated with calcium and flowing down from the hill. This is one of the most Instagrammable places in Turkey. But it\u2019s extremely difficult to take a photo against the backdrop of all this beauty without a crowd of people. The place is very popular and excursions<\/a> are constantly held here. Due to human intervention in natural resources, most of Pamukkale's basins have dried up. And those that remain either do not allow tourists, or half of the excursion group is already sitting in them.<\/p>\n

It is better to come here in the warm season. In winter it can be quite cool here, and you can only walk on the travertines barefoot (or with socks on). In addition, in the summer, the opening hours of the “cotton castle” are extended to 23.00. By 19.00 the bulk of tourists have already disappeared – and you can catch the moment for a successful photo.\u00a0<\/p>\n

You can get to this beauty with a tour from major cities (Antalya<\/a>, Bodrum) or by bus<\/a> to the city of Denizli, and then by minibus or rented car.<\/p>\n

Olu Deniz<\/h2>\n

Beaches<\/a> of the Blue Lagoon<\/a><\/h3>\n

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When it comes to sea beauty, Turkey's most Instagrammable coastline is the Blue Lagoon in the Fethiye region. The electric blue color of the water, surrounded by rocks, made this place incredibly photogenic.<\/p>\n

Of course, the most beautiful pictures in the lagoon are taken at sunrise and sunset, but you will have to work hard to find a deserted place here.\u00a0<\/p>\n

The area itself is popular not only for its beautiful beaches and clear water. Nearby is the unique reserve “Valley of the Butterflies” and a large number of rock tombs have been discovered.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Random cats from Turkey\u00a0<\/h2>\n

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And of course, Turkish cats occupy a special place in the hearts of bloggers, photos of which are replete with the feeds of guests of the country. Choose any location you like (fortunately, there are many of them here), start posing – and a couple of cute cats will definitely sit next to you. Without such a photo, it\u2019s as if I\u2019ve never been to Turkey. We'll have to come again to correct the mistake.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Do you want to bring stunning photos from Turkey? Find out about the 15 most Instagrammable places in the country. From the hot air balloons of Cappadocia to the turquoise waters of Oludeniz, a guide to Turkey’s most photogenic locations for the perfect shots.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":842191,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":"","_wp_rev_ctl_limit":""},"categories":[2159,3110,2519,2509],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-857161","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tuerkei-en","category-asien-2-en","category-reisetipps-en","category-reisen-en"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/857161","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=857161"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/857161\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/842191"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=857161"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=857161"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/tourism.com.de\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=857161"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}