Ankara to Cyprus

Situated in the centre of Turkey and Central Anatolia, Ankara is the second major city in Turkey after Istanbul. Being the capital of Turkey, Ankara is also seen as an important city in the terms of commercial and industrial sector. It also houses many foreign embassies. The history of the city is deep rooted and takes you backs into the Hatti civilisation of the Bronze Age. The city got its name from the word 'Ancyra' literally meaning 'anchor'. It was 13th October, 1923 when Ankara was announced as the capital of Turkey. Moving in and around the city, you will be pleased to see the magical works of Turkey architecture. There are plenty of beautiful places to visit such as Ahi Elvan Camii, Ak Köprü, Alaeddin Camii,Kursunlu Han, Atatürk Çiftligi, Atatürk Evi, Caracalla Baths, War of Independence Museum, METU Science and Technology Museum and many more. The city is also quite religious and you will find popular Mosques here like Alaaddin Mosque, Ahi Elvan Mosque, Hacı Bayram Mosque, Kocatepe Mosque and Yeni (Cenab Ahmet) Mosque. If you are a food lover, then don't miss the chance to taste 'döner kebap'. You will easily find best döner restaurants in every corner of the city. For the shopping freaks, there are old shops in Weavers' Road where you will get everything from traditional to modern things. To enjoy your holidays in frolic way, go out in the pups and clubs with your friends. If you are looking to plan a trip to Ankara, then log onto MakeMyTrip.com where you will get all relevant information about your destination. MakeMyTrip is one of the leading online travel portals that understand the needs of the today's world. To book your entire Ankara tour package, the portal just takes few minutes which will save your precious time as well as money. Here, you also get some attractive discounts on your booking whether it is hotel booking or air tickets booking. So, plan your trip now with MakeMyTrip and experience the tour of your life.

The legendary birthplace of Aphrodite, Cyprus is every inch the Mediterranean- a tapestry of sublime beaches, ancient wonders, dramatic landscapes, terracotta pottery and the obligatory party resorts! Nissi & Makronissos are the perfect white sand beaches with clear waters and popular partying spot in Ayia Napa. Head to Episkopi for kite surfing, scuba diving and windsurf boarding. Or the family friendly Protaras, famous for outdoor seafood restaurants, beaches and views. Rent a boat to spot lagoons at Blue Lagoon in Akamas. Hire a car for day trips to Paphos (stunning coastlines), hike to the Troodos Mountains (picturesque villages with local attractions). Explore the Caledonia Falls in Platres, swim in the green water at Adonis Baths near Paphos. Hop on a jeep safari, pass through beautiful vineyards, forests and mountain villages. Wander the outdoor market of Omodos, one of the oldest monasteries in Cyprus. While strolling the cities, you can spot the preserved ancient burial site of The Tombs of the Kings, World Heritage Site Kato Paphos Archaeological Park, to the medieval ruins of Saint Hilarion Castle. Or the charming cobblestone street villages of Pano Lefkara, Lofou and Kato-Drys, where ladies practice traditional skills like weaving and lacework. Tantalize your taste buds with the local cuisine heavily influenced by Turkish, Greek and Middle Eastern food cultures; Hummus, Kebabs, Afelia (pork cooked in red wine), Sheftalia (Cypriot sausages), Souvlaki (chicken, pork or lamb skewers) and sweet treats like Rice Puddings and Baklava. Find the many treasures and delights of this paradisiacal island; you can book your flights with MakeMyTrip India.