Turkey is famous all over the world for its extensive beach areas, perfectly clean and reaped. The quality of Turkish beaches is evidenced by the fact that a hundred hundred beach recreation zones in the country are marked by the "Blue Flag" - an international distinction that is bestowed on the best beaches of the planet.
The coverage of beaches is diverse: there are sandy, stony, pebble and concrete. But a significant part of tourists choose sandy beaches for rest in Turkey. Let's try to figure out which beaches in Turkey are sandy, and what sandy beaches of Turkey are the best?
Where in Turkey are the sandy beaches?
Turkey has access to the water area of four seas: Aegean , Mediterranean , Marble and Black. The most popular beach resorts are on the shores of the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. The beach zone of the Aegean Sea is dominated by pebbles, but in the Mediterranean region - mixed beaches. The sandy coast is typical for the resorts of Belek, Alanya and Side in Turkey.
The best beaches of Turkey with sand
Patara
Admittedly, the best white sand beach in Turkey is the small town of Patara, located in the southern part of the Mediterranean coast. In 2010, the local beach was recognized as the best classical beach in Europe. In addition, in Patara quite democratic prices, which allows a wonderful rest and luxuriate on snow-white sand for a very reasonable price.
Alanya
The resort center of Alanya attracts admirers of comfortable family rest. Alan yellow-sand beaches are divided into convenient bays. For the recreation areas located in this place Turkey is characterized by a gently sloping sandy entrance to the sea, therefore it is very comfortable to spend time with small children here. An additional plus is a long bathing season. Its duration is 7 months a year, which is unusual even for a southern country.
Belek
The resort of Belek is a twenty-kilometer long sand strip along the sea coast. A lot of equipped entrances to the sea make the sandy beaches in this place Turkey convenient for children.
Side
In the last decade, the Turkish village of Side has acquired the status of an upscale recreation center. Particularly comfortable are the beaches and hotels in the western Side, which is very popular with tourists. For those who prefer solitude and tranquility, it is better to choose a holiday in the east of the resort.
Olympos
Located 30 kilometers from the Kimera Olympos is a pretty uninhabited vacation spot. In Olympos, vacationers are given the opportunity to admire the lush local vegetation, swim in crystal clear water and lie on a fine white sand.
Iztuzu
Another white sandy beach stretching for 5 kilometers stretches on a peninsula, washed by sea and river water. A beautiful beach is part of a nature reserve. Its second name is "Turtle", as many sea turtles come here every year at a certain time.
Oludeniz
A wonderful beach with a developed infrastructure is the main advantage of Oludeniz. Located in a quiet harbor, the resort is surrounded by mountains, so there are no winds in the place, and the sea is always calm.
Pamucak
The dark sandy beach occupies a space longer than 5 kilometers. Rest in the untouched by a civilization the place will be pleasant to tourists, adoring silence and natural "wildness" of the nature.
Kemer
The best sandy beach of Kemer is located in the vicinity of the village of Yoruk. All Kemer beaches are well equipped, which will appeal to tourists who prefer relaxation with the comfort and amenities of modern civilization.
