Tourism

Istanbul Airport handled 290,287 passengers and 1,739 flights on August 16, setting new European daily records for passenger traffic and flights.

Türkiye has 580 Blue Flag beaches in 2026, with Antalya leading the country with 232 awarded beaches.

The UNESCO-listed ancient city of Sardis in Manisa attracted nearly 60,000 visitors in the first seven months of 2026.

Türkiye now has 22 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, sharing 15th place globally with Canada. The recognition strengthens cultural preservation and tourism.

Antalya welcomed 5.7 million international visitors in the first half of 2026. Tourism officials estimate the region's current capacity is around 20 million tourists per year.

New TÜİK data shows that domestic tourism in Türkiye is evolving as rising accommodation costs encourage travelers to take shorter trips and choose more affordable lodging options.

Turkish authorities remind visitors to respect Hagia Sophia's regulations after tourists were detained for violating mosque rules. Failure to comply may result in legal action, including deportation.

Turkey has climbed to fourth place in the global tourism ranking, welcoming 60.6 million international visitors and generating more than $56.3 billion in tourism revenue.