Dating back as far as the Roman Empire, Istanbul is undoubtedly one of the oldest cities in the world. For centuries, the Turkish capital’s natural beauty, spectacular backdrop and diverse mix of culture have all inspired an awe and fascination that have drawn travellers from across the globe. Much has been written about its rich and truly unique history and the lasting impressions left on countless visitors. French writer, politician and poet Alphonse de Lamartine declared that “If one h...

In a location that enjoys panoramic views stretching from the Bosphorus Strait in the west to the Princes’ Islands and the Sea of Marmara to the south, the Varyap Meridian project truly embraces the city of Istanbul from which it rises. The project presents a 410,000 sq m mixed-use development including five tower elements housing residential units, hotel, offices and conference facilities with landscaped public areas and parking facilities. Varyap Meridian has 1,500 residential flats, div...

Flicking through my guidebook on the flight to Istanbul I could only find reference to one of the many restaurants on my 48-hour gluttony tour. What a great start. When I met my guide for the “Eat Istanbul” tour the next morning he said he wasn’t a professional tour guide. This was getting better. For those to whom umbrella-wielding tour guides and headphone commentary in ten different languages is anathema, this is an ideal city break – oh, and you’ll need the a...

The city of Antalya still fascinates me with its peerless nature and historical treasures. After visiting the ruins of ancient civilizations of different periods, or the caves that dates back to the Stone Age, it is almost impossible not to be impressed.
And Belek, for me, is a reward given to those who gave their heart to this city. With the cooperation of the state, universities and city planners, Belek was planned as a model tourism development and now it is probably the fastest growin...

EKOL Construction Investment Company is one of the largest privately owned construction specialists in Antalya by turnover, portfolio and experience. EKOL provides a complete range of construction and program management services in all segments of the residential building market. EKOL delivers integrated services, from initial design through to environmentally sustainable construction. The services are tailored to the needs of each individual client.