No Flamingos At The Wetlands In Bodrum
Flamingos failed to flock to the Tuzla wetlands near the resort town of Bodrum this year, marking the latest blow to an ecosystem that faces the risk of disappearing completely. The area was declared a special protection zone five years ago, but industrialization & urbanization in the region is putting the wetlands at risk. Marble plants & carpet washing factories have continued to operate in the area their wastewater reaching the wetlands through the Mazı River. More than 5,000 summerhouses were also built near the Tuzla wetlands, & all their wastewater is released into the lake. Once home to 120 species ...
Nurol Art Gallery Open In Bodrum
Reversing the winter trend of art galleries closing in Bodrum, the Nurol Art Gallery Bodrum opened in the Oasis Shopping Centre. The Oasis Shopping Centre & Nurol Art Gallery in Ankara worked together for the new opening. The exhibition includes paintings, ceramics & sculpture by the three very talented members of the Eren family, Cemil, Barış & Zeynep. The Erens are well known both in Ankara & in Turkish art circles & have a long association with Bodrum on the Aegean coast. Cemil Eren was one of the artists who worked on frescoes at Anıtkabir, Atatürk’s Mausoleum & Museum, in the 1950s. ...
Cameron ‘anger’ at slow pace of Turkish EU negotiations
David Cameron has promised to "fight" for Turkey's membership of the European Union, saying he is "angry" at the slow pace of negotiations. On his first visit as prime minister, he said the country could become a "great European power", helping build links with the Middle East. He compared hostility to the membership bid in some parts of the EU with the way the UK's entry was once regarded. Mr Cameron was expected to agree a new strategic partnership with Turkish Prime Minister Tayyip Erdogan during his visit. 'Frustrating progress' In a speech at the Turkish parliament in Ankara, Mr Cameron said he wanted to ...
The Ultimate Celebrity Destination: Bodrum The “St-Tropez of Turkey”
Home to The Mausoleum, one of seven wonders of the ancient world, Bodrum has long been recognised as a celebrity hotspot. Nowadays, jet-setting actresses including Nicole Kidman, Uma Thurman and Liz Hurley holiday in Bodrum, but more than two thousand years ago, Cleopatra, Queen of Ancient Egypt, was also known to reside in this charming Mediterranean town. To this day, the elegant celebrity tradition thrives in Bodrum, with infamous individuals such as Beyonce Knowles selecting it as their ideal holiday destination or investing in the unique property found on the peninsula. With an average of 300 days of sunshine a year, ...
Yapı Kredı Launch Ex-Pat Banking
Yapi Kredi, a subsidiary bank of Koc Holding, has announced a new "expatriate banking" service aimed at meeting the banking needs of expatriates living in Turkey, Today's Zaman reports. According to a statement released yesterday by the bank, the new service will cater to the investment; deposit, insurance, safe deposit box & wire transfer needs of overseas nationals living in property in Turkey. Executive Vice President of Credit Cards & Consumer Lending Nazan Somer noted that 10 Yapi Kredi branches located in cities with a heavy concentration of expats would have bankers who can manage the portfolios of their expatriate customers. Somer added ...
Cumberland Rentals
As a gesture of goodwill Cumberland Properties are offering an exclusive 10% early booking discount to readers of this website. Seaview Regency Prestige is a newly completed project of 13 two storey detached villas and 6 three storey semi-detached villas all of which have 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Set on a gently slopping hill, in a jewel of a bay called Küçükbük – conveniently located just outside Gündoğan town centre. This quiet bay is renowned for its crystal clear sea, traditional gulets, cafés, bars and beachfront restaurants. Gündoğan town is famous for its local fish restaurants and readily accessible amenities ...
Cumberland Landscaping & Design
Turkey is highly regarded for its flora and fauna and has almost as many species of wild flowers as the rest of Europe combined. With 9000 species already identified, more than one third are native to the country and many are not to be found anywhere else on earth. This gives a rich and diverse selection of natural plant life both to choose from and inspire us. Being green and eco-friendly is now near the top of everyone’s agenda and it had not gone unnoticed at Cumberland Properties. After constructing and selling property in Turkey for many years we had already ...
Turkish property owners find the buying process fairly simple and straightforward, company reports
Buying property in Turkey is not as difficult as some might think and can be simpler than in the UK, according to some of those who have taken the plunge in Bodrum. Buying property in Turkey is not as difficult as some might think and can be simpler than in the UK, according to some of those who have taken the plunge in Bodrum. In a similar vein to many popular holiday home destinations, Turkey requires that buyers register with the local tax office and obtain an official tax identification number. This enables the buyer to pay the taxes associated with the ...
Turkey An Affordable Alternative For Expats
Over two thirds (75 percent) of expatriate Britons living in EU countries are considering returning to the UK due to the effects of the economic crisis according to a recent survey. Fears over job security falling European property prices and the strength of the Euro are forcing many to reconsider their options according to a poll commissioned by Moneycorp the UK foreign exchange specialist. 250 in-depth telephone interviews were conducted last month and the findings indicated that 70 percent of those interviewed were now considering packing up and going home. Job security was the most common concern with 35 percent worried about losing ...
Bodrum: Cultural Heart of Eastern Europe
Turkey, a country rich with exquisite cultural heritage, houses one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the magnificent Mausoleum of Mausolus. The monument, situated in the stunning coastal city of Bodrum in southwest Turkey was impressively constructed to house the tomb of Mausolus, ancient ruler of Caria. The name “Mausoleum”, describing the monument enclosing a burial chamber, actually originated from the original edifice in Bodrum. Its majestic, temple-like structure, decorated with reliefs and statuary on a massive base, stood resiliently for 1700 years until it was eventually devastated by earthquakes. Today, you can still visit the foundations and several ...
Cameron ‘anger’ at slow pace of Turkish EU negotiations
David Cameron has promised to “fight” for Turkey’s membership of the European Union, saying he is “angry” at the slow pace of negotiations. On his first visit as prime minister, he said the country could become a “great European power”, helping build links with the Middle East. He compared hostility to the membership bid in some parts of the EU with the way... [Read more about this property]
The Ultimate Celebrity Destination: Bodrum The “St-Tropez of Turkey”
Home to The Mausoleum, one of seven wonders of the ancient world, Bodrum has long been recognised as a celebrity hotspot. Nowadays, jet-setting actresses including Nicole Kidman, Uma Thurman and Liz Hurley holiday in Bodrum, but more than two thousand years ago, Cleopatra, Queen of Ancient Egypt, was also known to reside in this charming Mediterranean town. To this day, the elegant celebrity tradition... [Read more about this property]
Turkish property owners find the buying process fairly simple and straightforward, company reports
Buying property in Turkey is not as difficult as some might think and can be simpler than in the UK, according to some of those who have taken the plunge in Bodrum. Buying property in Turkey is not as difficult as some might think and can be simpler than in the UK, according to some of those who have taken the plunge in Bodrum. In a similar vein to many popular holiday home destinations, Turkey requires... [Read more about this property]
Turkey An Affordable Alternative For Expats
Over two thirds (75 percent) of expatriate Britons living in EU countries are considering returning to the UK due to the effects of the economic crisis according to a recent survey. Fears over job security falling European property prices and the strength of the Euro are forcing many to reconsider their options according to a poll commissioned by Moneycorp the UK foreign exchange specialist. 250 in-depth... [Read more about this property]
Bodrum: Cultural Heart of Eastern Europe
Turkey, a country rich with exquisite cultural heritage, houses one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, the magnificent Mausoleum of Mausolus. The monument, situated in the stunning coastal city of Bodrum in southwest Turkey was impressively constructed to house the tomb of Mausolus, ancient ruler of Caria. The name “Mausoleum”, describing the monument enclosing a burial chamber, actually... [Read more about this property]
Turkish Government And Local Municipalities Limit Density Of Construction
Turkey is learning from the mistakes of Spain by guaranteeing that its immaculate coastline remains unspoilt. This is undeniably a crucial step on the way to Turkey becoming a principal destination for overseas buyers. The Turkish Government has certainly decided that the Spanish construction approach is not their chosen method of development. The measures that they have taken in restricting and regulating... [Read more about this property]
Merrill Lynch Say Turkey May Be Next Brazil
The Turkish economy will probably grow 4.5 percent in 2010 according to research by Bank of America-Merrill Lynch. “If the real interest rates continue to be around 4 to 5 percent then Turkey has a huge growth potential and it can be the next Brazil,” said Türker Hamzaoğlu, a Merrill Lynch economist for emerging economies in Eastern Europe the Middle East and Africa, or EEMEA region, in a... [Read more about this property]
Prperty for sale in Turkey
We spoke to a prospective client last week who was looking to move abroad, it was their first time in Turkey and unfortunately they were not interested in moving here. We like to get as much feedback as possible from clients who come to visit and when we asked why they thought Turkey wasn’t right for them, they replied saying that they didn’t think the infrastructure of the country was sufficiently... [Read more about this property]
Cumberland Propeties
www.cumberland-properties.com As a leading property developer in Bodrum, Turkey since 2003 we specialise in holiday and investment properties and offer safe and secure buying. Our unrivalled customer service will aid you in buying one of our homes for sale in Bodrum and advise you about investing in overseas properties. Please take the time and browse our Turkish properties for sale and holiday villa... [Read more about this property]
Property in Turkey
Turkey is a friendly, beautiful and culturally rich country that offers great value for money, especially property in Turkey, and is modern enough to be comfortable, yet traditional enough to be interesting. In recent years Turkey has become a favoured tourist destination, its immense unspoiled coastline and Mediterranean climate that offers all-year round sunshine makes Turkey a location that is much... [Read more about this property]
