Your simplified guide to the Princes' Islands in Türkiye

<p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr">Arabiaweather.com- Ismail Qasimi- There are legends that say that the name of <strong>the Princesses Islands</strong> is due to the fact that they were exiled to the princesses during the Byzantine era, and it does not matter if that is true or just legends, but the important thing is that these islands today are like the charming princesses among the tourist places in Turkey.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The island is located in <strong><a href="http://eg.arabiaweather.com/content/%D8%AA%D8%B9%D8%B1%D9%81-%D8%B9%D9%8... Sea of Marmara</a></strong> , and it actually consists of 9 islands that are considered one of the best tourism options in <a href="http://sa.arabiaweather.com/content/%D8%A8%D8%A7%D9%84%D8%B5%D9%88%D8%B1... . Buyukada is the largest and most famous island thanks to its distinct and varied accommodations and activities.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>carrots</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> There are 9 islands, of which four large islands rank first in the list below and five small islands (in order from largest to smallest). </p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/kizil_adalar.jpg" style="opacity: 0.9; line-height: 20.8px; float: left;" /></p><div style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></div><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Buyukada Island</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Saddlebag Island</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Castle Island</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Henna Island</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Mother of Pearl Island</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Flat Island</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Sharp Island</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Rabbit Island</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Spoon Island</li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>The best times to visit</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> It is preferable to visit the Princess Islands during the summer when the weather is sunny and the water is warm and suitable for swimming, but you can also visit it during the spring and autumn seasons, especially to enjoy the spring atmosphere among the wonderful nature with its colors, and it is not recommended at all to visit in the winter.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>access method</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> You must go to Sirkeci station to take the train towards Kabatas station, where there is also Kabatas port and you can take the ship to the Princes&#39; Islands from there, and the journey takes between an hour and a half to two hours.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/the_Marina_of_Burgazada.jpg" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Other ports offering trips to the Princes&#39; Islands are:</p><ul style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Kartal port: closest to the islands.</li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Multi Bay Port: Directly to the Princess Islands.</span></li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <span style="line-height: 1.6em;">Bakirkoy Port: Ships pass through Bostanci Port.</span></li><li style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> Yenikapi Port: Ships also pass through Bostanci Port.</li></ul><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>Means of transportation within the islands</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The most beautiful thing about the islands is that there are no cars and their noise, and therefore you will have to walk, ride horses or bicycles.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/uploads/adalar.jpg" /></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>restaurants</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> There are a large number of restaurants that are distinguished by their design that is consistent with the place, and their delicious dishes, especially seafood and various fish meals, in addition to a number of cafes and shops for souvenirs.</p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> <strong>beaches</strong></p><p style=";text-align:left;direction:ltr"> The love of the Princesses Islands must not have been born of coincidence only, but because it enjoys a group of the best beaches in the world with its beauty and tranquility, which is what made travelers on their trips to Istanbul choose these islands within their programs.</p>