Travel season is upon us which means it is time to get out that passport, pack those bags and get OUTTA HERE!
Of course when picking a place to fly off to, there a number of factors to consider. Everything from price, activities and the kind of experience and adventures you’re hoping to get out of your trip!
Which is why we think the number one travel spot for Pakistanis this summer is Turkey. And here’s why:
1. It is absolutely STUNNING.
Everything from the hot air balloons of Capadoccia to the serenity of the Bosphorus, everything about Turkey is absolutely beautiful. The city is complete magic, there is no denying it.
2. Delicious halal food line the streets.
UFF, telling ya, the kebabs, the falafel, the hummus, DELICIOUS.
3. The Mosques are incredibly breathtaking.
Not only are the mosques beautiful, they carry an IMMENSE amount of history. People from all over the world come in to offer their prayers and appreciate the grandness of the mosques.
4. It’s a great place to go if you’re on a budget.
Don’t believe us? Just listen to what Daniyal^ had to say.
5. Turkish people LOVE PAKISTANIS.
Take it from a Pakistani who has been to Turkey, they LOVE knowing that you’re from Pakistan. They consider us their friends, siblings and more importantly (sometimes) give us discounts too. Love you Turkey.
6. Language is more or less not such a problem.
Point number 5 will help with this. Apart from that, a HUGE portion of Turkey understands and speaks English as well. And for those of you who read and understand Arabic, you are in luck.
7. Haggling in Turkey? IT’S GREAT.
From the shops at Liberty Market to the stalls in the Grand Bazaar, one of Istanbul’s iconic markets – haggling carries and every Pakistani knows this is one of the best things EVER.
8. It’s a country FULL of culture, arts, and music.
Just like ours. <3
Ever been to Turkey? Do you love it? Are you Pakistani? TELL US YOUR THOUGHTS IN THE COMMENTS BELOW! Love you and happy travels!
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Cover photo source: Daniyal Shahid