With its natural geographical advantages, Türkiye has many beautiful beaches. If you want to escape the stress of the year and want to sunbathe on the sand, why not check out these beaches in Türkiye? This article will recommend the most breathtaking beaches in Türkiye.

1. Kaputa Beach

Kaputa beach is one of the most famous beaches in Türkiye. Two of the most striking features of this beach are its magnificent white sand and crystal turquoise waters. Here, you can swim in the sea while admiring the view, which will surely provide you with physical and mental healing.

The beach is located in southern Türkiye, just 20 km from the Ka district of Antalya and 7 km from Kalkan. There are cliffs and forests, and the beach is reached by steep steps.

2. Ilıca Beach

When you first arrive at Ilıca Beach in the resort town of Cesme (eme) west of Izmir, you may think you are in the Maldives. Even when the beach is crowded during peak season, it remains clean and tidy. Its long sandy beaches are the main attraction for the millions of tourists who come to Cesme on holiday.

Plus, you'll find bustling business districts with shops, restaurants and services right next to the beach.

3. Lüdeniz Beach

Mugla's lüdeniz beach in Fethiye on Türkiye's southwest coast is another popular tourist hotspot. Thousands of tourists flock to lüdeniz every year for the breathtaking views and crystal clear sea. Also known as Turkey's Blue Lagoon, this beach will make you want to hang out in the shallows for hours.

4. Iztuzu Beach

Türkiye's world-famous Iztuzu beach is located in the Aegean province of Mula. It is also known as Turtle Beach. It is one of the most important nesting grounds for the Türkiye loggerhead turtle (Caretta caretta).

This year, the number of loggerhead turtles nesting on the beaches of Iztuzu has officially reached 700, the highest number to date. Its 4.5 km long beach is a long and narrow piece of land that forms a natural barrier between the Dalyan River and the Mediterranean Sea.

Iztuzu Beach is popular with tourists for its soft golden sand, pine-covered hilly surroundings and surf-friendly waters.

5. Olympos Beach

Olympos beach is located in the Kumluca district of Antalya, within walking distance of the fairytale ancient city of Olympos. Near the beach, there is a fountain from which icy spring water flows down the riverbed into the sea. In summer, icy currents are on par with warm, sunlit water.

Olympos Beach is generally favored by young couples and teenagers. Near Mount Olympos are the ruins of ancient Greek gods, dotted with ancient roads, greenery and natural wonders.

Listed by international travel publications as one of the best beaches in southern Europe, Olympos is a holiday centre that combines history and nature. Its geographical location close to the green Olympos-Bei Mountain is a cultural heritage bearing the remains of the ancient Lycian city. This is definitely a place worth visiting, right?