Far Eastern tourists take top spot in Safranbolu's tourist boom

Safranbolu listed among the world's top 20 best-preserved cities by UNESCO and included in the Cittaslow movement, is among the favorite travel routes of Far Eastern tourists.

In the first three months of the year, the district, a captivating open-air museum with inns, baths, mansions, fountains, mosques, and bridges, welcomed over 9,201 foreign visitors from 125 countries. This district seamlessly transports visitors to a bygone era, preserving Ottoman architecture, culture, and the charm of historic city life.

Tourists from Taiwan topped the list in January, February and March, drawn to the district's rich cultural heritage, including monuments, canyons, and caves. 

Taiwan led the pack, with a remarkable 5,438 tourists visiting the district. China followed closely behind with 2,146 visitors. Tourists from Thailand, Japan, South Korea, India, the U.S., Malaysia, Germany and Russia also flocked to Safranbolu.

"Safranbolu is a peaceful place. It is very nice for short walks and shopping. For this reason, we prefer to come to Safranbolu. I have been to Safranbolu before," Sung said. 

Source: Newsroom