Get to know Bolu, Abant ,and Duzce city

Get to know Bolu city a mountainous area formed as a result of a large landslide that led to the existence of this city. Bolu city is located 350 km from Istanbul on the western coast of the Black Sea. As it is characterized by its middle location between the capital, Ankara, and Istanbul. So, it Attracts tourists to it, and some consider Bolu one of the most beautiful natural lakes in the world because of its beautiful geography. Also Bolu contains many types of plants and the most beautiful mixed natural forests as there are a large number of tree species that make up the Bolu forests. The main species are beech, hornbeam, oak, alder, maple, elm, aspen, yellow and black pine, fir, hazel, linden, and ash trees are tall and have smooth trunks. There are also endangered plant species such as the yew. Among the wild animals there are bears, boars, wolves, foxes, fish, squirrels, deer, and rabbits, and among birds are teal, wild pigeon, and partridge. More than 100 species of birds have been identified in the national park area. This is what made many call Bolu a secret paradise.

Climate of Abant, Bolu and Dozce

The climate of Bolu city is hot in summer and cold in winter in general. With some climatic changes between the oceanic climate and continental climate from the Black Sea climate and the Anatolian climate from temperatures between 7 °C to 20 °C.

Tourist places in Abant, Bolu and Duzce

There are many tourist places that you can visit in Abant, Bolu and Duzce. Not only because of its charming nature, but also for the enjoyable recreational activities that exist in the area, such as camping in the nature, sports fishing and climbingas well. Among these areas, we have chosen for you the following:

Yedigöller _ Seven Lakes Garden

  Kartalkaya _ Resort Kartalkaya

Gölcük gölü _ Lake Gölcü

Mengen

Antik Kentler _ Ancient City of Bythenium 

Abant Gölü _ Abant Lake

Bolu Muzesi _ Bolu Museum

mağaralar caves

Aydınpınar Şelalesi _ Aydınpinar Waterfall 

Samandere Şelalesi _ Samandra Waterfall

 güzeldere şelalesi _ Quzal Dara Waterfall

Yedigöller Seven Lakes Garden

If you are looking for calm and recreation, the Seven Lakes is your destination. As it is one of the most attractive landscapes for tourists. Located in a very rugged area within the borders. With landscaped lakes, the seven lakes are named after the people of the forest; (Seringol, Buyukgol, Deringol, Nazligol, Kurugol, İncegol, and Sazligol). These seven lakes are located differently from each other on two plateaus with an altitude difference of 100 meters between them and contain many orchids and a total of 236 species of plants in addition to the most beautiful natural forests in Turkey. Besides beech and pine nut trees, leafy chickpeas, goat chestnuts, wild cherry trees, and ash.

Kartalkaya Resort Kartalkaya

It is one of the most beautiful places in Turkey, which is considered one of the most famous winter tourism areas. Karta Kaya Resort is about 40 km away from the center of Bolu. There are landscapes covered in white from every side at an altitude of more than 1800 meters to 2200 meters above sea level. Tourists go to it For ice skating or tobogganing with wooden skis, from December 20 to March 20.

Gölcük gölü   Lake Gölcü

The lake is about 8 km from the middle of Bolu County. It is also known as Sky Lake due to its location and its distinctive height at the top of the mountain. It is also characterized by an exciting and enchanting beauty over a length of more than 1,000 meters, a width of 2 km, and a depth of 30 meters. The lake is characterized by its clear water surrounded by a large number of trees, which makes walking around it a unique pleasure. There are also around the lake many wonderful game centers such as the mini-golf course, and the free game centers for children and especially suitable for families. You can also bring some inflatable boats with you and take an amazing tour inside the lake.

Mengen  

It is a quiet destination that was famous among tourists visiting the city for its delicious cuisine.  the area is about only 58 km from the center of Bolu, and it is one of the most famous areas of Bolu for its superiority in food and with a group of the best chefs in Turkey.And the place where a chef festival is held that includes Much seafood.

Antik Kentler Ancient City of Bythenium

Betheneum is a great destination for history lovers, so don’t miss it to see the ancient Greek inscriptions. Also, the city of Bolu contains the remains of the Bythenium located above 4 hills in the center of the city.

Abant Gölü Abant Lake

One of the most beautiful and prominent tourist places in Bolu Abant is about 32 km from the city center. Surrounded by a large number of trees that give a charming beauty to the place, many types of fish swim in this lake, which is the main source of food in the city. And the lake has a humid and distinctive atmosphere in the summer.

Bolu Muzesi Bolu Museum

This museum is one of the most important tourist attractions in Bolu. You will enjoy seeing a lot of archaeological artifacts that cover a wide range of historical periods from the modern era to the Ottoman era for different civilizations such as Roman, Byzantine, Seljuk, and Ottoman. We advise you to visit it to learn about the history of the country through the artifacts it contains. Where the museum contains about 5,000 artifacts that tell us about the history of the country throughout the ages, and it contains about 12,000 coins.

mağaralar caves

The Turkish city of Bolu is famous for its many caves its beautiful landscapes. When you walk around it, you will surely like it, where the exciting galleries and the most beautiful caves are the “Vakili” cave, “Sari Kaya” cave, and “Aksu cave”. And it is one of the best wonderful and distinctive tourist places that he loves all persons.

Aydınpınar Şelalesi Aydınpinar Waterfall

  Edenpinar Waterfall is on a hill that is only 10 km from the center of Düzce. In front of 5 different waterfalls is the way to Bird Paradise Lake. And the area is covered with blackberry bushes during August.

Samandere Şelalesi Samandra Waterfall

The natural facade of Bolu is one of the most beautiful scenes that thousands of people dream of visiting. Tourists can get to know the waterfall more closely by climbing the stairs and long stairs around the waterfall. The thing that allows you to take close pictures. As you can enjoy a walk around the mouth of the waterfall until Lake Afteni on foot. On foot or by bicycle and enjoy the wonderful green scenery available from trees and green spaces. You will also find yourself cutting many bridges to bring the viewer closer and enjoy more. Or, you can rent one of the wooden huts.

güzeldere şelalesi     Quzal Dara Waterfall

It is special by the beauty of its waters descending from the highest mountains. It is about twenty-eight kilometers from the city of Düzce. Where many tourists who love adventure and climbing mountains visit it, and at the last point on the top of the mountain, there are huts, restaurants, markets, and others.

Day 2:

Departure in the morning to Ortakoy to see the archaeological mosque and to take some pictures. Then experience the Bosphorus trip by a ship tour as we will visit the charming Girl Tower. In addition to the magnificent Çamlica Heights to pass via Çamlica Mosque, the largest mosque in Turkey. After that, we head to Emaar Mall for hiking and shopping. At the end of the day, we go back to the hotel to rest.

Day 3:

We will go to the city of Bolu and then the resurrection of the wonderful Samandra waterfall. As we head to the Sinkli plateau to enjoy the beauty of picturesque nature. At the end of the tour, we see the beautiful slopes of Akkaya Travertine. In the evening we return to the hotel to rest.

Day 4:

Departure in the morning to visit the Golkoy Dam where you will enjoy the scenery of nature. Then we go to the Historical Museum of Bolu City. Lastly, we go shopping and take a walk in the old streets of Bolu.

Day 5:

Heading to the city of Abant and visit Abant Lake to benefit from the atmosphere in the area. Then we head to the rafting and rowing activity. In the evening, we return to the hotel to rest.

Day 6:

Heading in the morning to the distinctive seven lakes area and spending a good time moving between the lakes. Then we take souvenir photos. We return in the evening to the hotel to rest.

Day 7:

Departure in the morning to the wonderful plateau of Topuk and spend some time in the lap of nature. After that, we will head to Sapanca Lake for a walk on the outskirts of the lake. At the end of the day, we go back to the hotel in Istanbul.

Day 8:

The last day of the Istanbul – Bolu – Abant trip starts in the morning from the Sultan Ahmed Mosque and the Hagia Sophia Mosque. It is an opportunity to learn about the historical monuments of Istanbul. Then we will go to the closed market in Beyazit, The Egyptian market, and the Istinye Park Mall for shopping. Lastly, go to the airport to return to the homeland.