The Turkish Ministry of Tourism site presents detailed information for eight tourism regions in Turkey: Izmir and the Aegean, South Aegean, Eastern Anatolia, South Eastern Anatolia, Antalya and the Mediterranean, Black Sea, Istanbul, and Ankara. Suggested itineraries for each area and information about mosques, museums, archaeology, and festivals. Valuable "facts for visitors" section that links to recreational activities. Not a booking site.

Factual, informative site for the politics, education, business, economy, culture, and people of Turkey. Connects to statistics and official sources including legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government. Read national documents like the constitution and view essential economic and tourist data.

The Interactive Museum takes you into Turkish art and history through three portals. The Virtual Galleries section tours two palaces and visits art and history collections in two museums and one photography gallery. Turkish Art News brings you art announcements and articles of current programs and expositions. A general Resource Center holds 54 articles and 78 images in 17 art- and design-related categories.

Explore Turkey is loaded with practical connections to sights, tours, cruises, books, hotels, and information. Read about major destinations in easy to follow text, then make your reservations on line. Simple sitemap, clear topics, readers corner, and bookstore will give you a solid start to your Turkish adventure. Connects to articles from Insight Turkey.