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evokes a sense of time travel with its stone houses, rock-carved
churches, and cobblestone streets. It’s neither a seaside escape Isolation in Nature: Gito Plateau (Rize)
nor a mountain highland, yet it offers a cool and soul-nourishing
retreat.

3. Isolation in Nature: Gito Plateau (Rize)

Gito Plateau is a lesser-known yet equally captivating alternative
to Pokut. With a sea of clouds in the morning and a starry spec-
tacle at night, it’s the perfect choice for a quiet summer filled
with long hikes and fresh mountain air, far from the crowds.

4. A Night in the Dark: Stargazing at Lake Bafa and Heraclea

Located on the Aydın-Muğla border, Lake Bafa is a mystical get-
away for both mythology and nature enthusiasts. Watching the
sunset among the ruins of the ancient city of Heraclea, followed
by stargazing far from city lights, could become one of the most
unforgettable moments of your summer.

5. Cool Stone Walls: Midyat’s Stone Houses and Wine Cel-
lars

Stone houses that stay cool even in the scorching Southeastern
heat, and centuries-old cave wine cellars... In Midyat, time slows
down, and every step through its stone-paved streets reveals a
new story. Ideal for those who want to add a cultural dimension
to their summer vacation.

6. A Hidden High Valley: Erzurum – Narman Fairy Chimneys
A Night in the Dark: Stargazing at Lake Bafa and Heraclea
Resembling Cappadocia yet far less known, the Narman Fairy
Chimneys stand out with their extraordinary landscape. Neigh-
boring the cool Erzurum highlands, this region is a hidden para- A Mirror of Silence: Karagöl (Artvin / Borçka)
dise for both nature hikers and photography enthusiasts.

7. A World of Its Own: Lake Salda and the Martian Surface

Not the sea, but a lake… With a geological structure that even
inspired NASA’s Mars research. Salda’s white sands and cool
waters rival crowded summer beaches, yet offer a much more
tranquil atmosphere.

8. A Mirror of Silence: Karagöl (Artvin / Borçka)

Nestled among high mountains, Karagöl stands still like a mir-
ror, its coolness preserved by the dense forests surrounding it.
It’s the perfect escape for those who want to camp, read by the
lakeside, or simply listen to the silence. One of the rare natural
gems that has remained unspoiled.