Tourists from the Far East take the first place in the tourist boom of Safranbolu

Listed in the top 20 best preserved cities in the world by UNESCO and included in the Cittaslow Movement, Safranbolu is one of the favorite itineraries of tourists from the Far East.

In the first three months of the year, the district, a fascinating open-air museum with inns, baths, mansions, fountains, mosques and bridges, welcomed more than 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 by 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 with 2,146 visitors. Tourists from Thailand, Japan, South Korea, India, the US, Malaysia, Germany and Russia also flocked to Safranbolu.

“Safranbolu is a quiet 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