Recently, it is very fashionable to celebrate New Years or Christmas abroad. This is a good way to change the familiar environment and get a lot of impressions. Turkey occupies one of the first places in the list of the most popular countries among Russian tourists in both summer and winter.
Instructions
Step 1
The trip to Turkey has some advantages over other tours. Firstly, its cost is quite low, which makes vouchers affordable for many categories of citizens. Secondly, due to the fact that holidays in this country are very popular among Russians, they understand the Russian language well, which will greatly facilitate communication with service personnel, sellers and other indigenous people of this country.
Step 2
Of course, when you come to Turkey in winter, you shouldn't count on swimming in the sea. But for tourists there are many other entertainments that will brighten up the anticipation of the New Year. You can enjoy guided tours of ancient cities and mosques without the heat of the summer. In addition, after a walk through the winter streets, a visit to the Turkish bath hamam will be doubly pleasant. For lovers of outdoor activities in Turkey, there are even ski resorts. In order for the snow not to melt from December to March, they are located very high, which makes the air there especially clean. The most popular ski resorts in Turkey are Palandoken for professionals and Uludag for families with children.
Step 3
The traditions of celebrating the New Year in Turkey are not much different from those in Russia. Usually it is a family dinner, New Year's TV shows, performances on city streets and fireworks. Do not forget that the inhabitants of Turkey are Muslims, and their tradition does not include decorating houses and streets, a New Year tree and Santa Claus. But in some areas, you can still find elements familiar to us. If you are going to relax in Istanbul, visit Taksim Square, where all tourists and Eastern Christians gather to celebrate the New Year according to their customs and traditions. If you would like to see how the Asian part of the population celebrates the holiday, go to the Kadikoy district.
Step 4
Turkey also has one special city where it will be very interesting to celebrate the New Year with the whole family. It is called Demre and is famous for the fact that it was here in the 3rd century AD. e. Saint Nicholas was born, who was a real historical figure, who during his lifetime was canonized for his good deeds. He became the prototype for Santa Claus and Santa Claus. The Church of St. Nicholas in Demre is open to everyone. It is believed that it was here that Saint Nicholas was buried, however, later his relics were stolen and transported to Bari, where they are still today. On December 6, on the supposed day of the saint's death, you can attend a service that lasts three whole days.
Step 5
Those planning to spend most of their New Year's holidays at the hotel can enjoy a festive dinner and entertainment program specially prepared for the New Year.
