Cittaslow
Tranquility in nature and silence in historical surroundings!
Tranquility in nature and silence in historical surroundings! Türkiye, the meeting point of different civilizations and unique natural beauty, has 25 Cittaslow towns in seven regions. Towns with historical character, settlements on high altitude plateaus, stone houses on narrow streets near the seacoast - all of them await you to get away from the crowds and to relax in serenity!
Cittaslow is an organization and movement that was inspired by the Slow Food movement that promotes local and traditional food (as an alternative to fast food). Hence, the "slow" moniker. Cittaslow focuses on towns that promote a high-quality, sustainable lifestyle in contrast to an urban lifestyle that harms the environment and puts...
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Discover the picturesque charm of Cittaslow Mudurnu, a historical Ahi town included in the UNESCO World Heritage Tentative List, and an enchanting retreat nestled in the Bolu region of Türkiye. Steeped in history and blessed with an abundance of natural beauty, Cittaslow Mudurnu is the perfect destination for those seeking an escape from the hustle of daily life.
Located 40 km east of Aydın, on the south bank of the Büyük Menderes River, Yenipazar is located at the foothill of the Madran Mountain, which is covered with forests at the north. The Orthosia Ancient City, dating back to 2,000 BCE, is the first settlement. Strabon argues that the remains of Orthosia, which is one of the Carian settlement areas, can be seen, and some of the mosaics unearthed in the excavations are exhibited in the Aydın Archaeology Museum.
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