Historical mansions and lakes of Amasya, the city of Ottoman princes.
Get ready to embark on a fascinating two-day tour of Amasya, known as the city of princes, perfectly blending the historical heritage of the Ottoman and ancient periods with unique lush nature. Located in the inner parts of the Black Sea region and divided by the Yeşilırmak river, this city offers its visitors a deep-rooted history and an incredible visual feast. You start the first day by visiting the walls of the majestic Amasya Kalesi, where you can watch the city from the highest point and admire a example of historical defense architecture. After photographing the fascinating view of the valley, you take a long historical walk in the area of the Kral Kaya Mezarları, carved with great mastery into the skirts of steep mountains for the ancient Pontus kings. After envisioning the glorious days of the past, you turn back to the city, taking a short resting break in the Şehit Polis Muzaffer Can Parkı, which attracts attention with its calm atmosphere. You make the conclusion of your first day by breathing the pristine air around the high Kırklardağı Tepesi and watching the sunset over the valley.
On your second day, you focus on the cultural riches of Amasya and the peaceful natural wonders outside the city. You start the day by taking a nostalgic journey in the rooms of the historical Hazeranlar Konağı, an elegant example of traditional Ottoman civilian architecture dazzling with its fine woodwork. After feeling the warm traditional living culture of the city, you embark on a journey through time in the corridors of the comprehensive Amasya Müzesi, where precious artifacts obtained from archaeological excavations are exhibited. After these hours full of history, you step away from the exhausting tempo of the city to embrace nature. First, you take a short photo break on the shores of the peaceful Ziyarat Gölu, known as an exquisite viewpoint, and enjoy the calmness of the water. You complete the grand finale of this culture and nature adventure by taking a pleasant walk around the natural wonder Borabay Gölü, which shines like an emerald stone among the pine forests.