Taking you family on a holiday in Turkey is an experience that they will remember forever. This is a beautiful country with a vast array of things to see and do. The ancient architecture is among the most beautiful in the world. Right now families are feeling the financial stress that goes along with a difficult economy and many people have thought that they would not be able to take a vacation with a tight budget. There are ways to travel to Turkey without spending a great deal of money, which means that families can holiday in this beautiful country without having to worry about the money that they are spending. There are several ways to keep the travel budget low.

For starters, you can find many hotels and resorts that have low cost accomodation that includes all your meals and drinks (all-inclusive). This is a great way for a family to cut the cost of travel and still have restaurant-style meals every day. If your budget is particularly tight, and you'd rather spend money on attractions and souvenirs, then you could stay in a hostel instead of a hotel. There are hostels all over Turkey that have a very low nightly charge and this can save a family a great deal of money. You can also save money by shopping locally and preparing your own food, instead of eating out all the time. This can help you to stay on a very low budget by avoiding expensive restaurant food.

Why not save money by going to attractions that members of the public can visit for free. The Blue Mosque is one of Turkey's most recognisable landmarks. Constructed in 1609 it is one of the best examples of Ottoman architecture. At the back you can see beautiful antiques that come from all around Turkey. The Covered Bazaar is the biggest and the oldest covered bazaar in the world. Consisting of 65 twisting streets with over 4,000 shops this is an unforgettable experience. Antikabir, which is both a museum and a mausoleum, is a well known and respected monument. Gold leaf mosaics and intricate statuary make this a beautiful place to visit. There is also the option of strolling through the sprawling gardens of the Dolmache Palace. The Sunken Palace consists of two acres of 12 inch deep water that is traversed by wooden walkways where you can see art exhibits and the intricate details of the columns.

There are numerous other attractions that have a very low charge for admission and are well worth seeing also. For example Pamukkale, with its mineral waters available for bathing. The waters are considered to be sacred with healing properties. The Turkish and Islamic Art Museum is housed in a 16th century palace and contains what is considered to be the finest collection of Islamic artefacts in the world. The palace itself was the finest palace ever built during the Ottoman empire. The Goreme Open Air Museum is one of the most visited monastic communities. It consists of 30 rock-hewn churches and chapels that contain frescoes from the 9th to 11th centuries. The underground cities Derinkuyu and Kaymakli were used as a refuge for early Christians where the established early communities. Now that these cities have been excavated and restored, you can see homes, shops, schools and churches that Christians had to use to hide in from Arab invasions. Now you can tour around the amazing and complex labyrinths of these cities.

Taking a holiday to Turkey does not have to be an expensive undertaking. This can be an affordable option for a family looking to take a memorable trip without spending a great deal of money. For families looking for a holiday that allows them to enjoy ancient structures and art then look no further. Few cities offer so many options for free attractions and so many ways to soak up such a rich and vibrant culture. This is the trip of a lifetime, and no one will forget the beauty and splendour of this amazing place. Turkey is an affordable holiday option.

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Author: Mark Kempster