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Türkiye’s 29 Cittaslow Towns Open a New Slow Tourism Chapter for Georgia, Romania and More.
Georgia, along with Romania, Russia, Bulgaria and the UK, can explore Türkiye’s 29 Cittaslow towns through cultural journeys, coastal retreats, mountain landscapes and heritage experiences that support slow tourism. Spread across the country’s seven geographical regions, these destinations offer international travellers an alternative to conventional city breaks and resort holidays. From traditional markets and historic settlements to lakeside communities and protected natural landscapes, Türkiye’s growing Cittaslow network connects regional identity with visitor experiences. The initiative also gives the wider global tourism industry opportunities to diversify itineraries, promote locally rooted businesses and encourage more geographically balanced travel across lesser-known Turkish destinations.Türkiye’s Cittaslow network brings together destinations recognised for protecting local identity, traditional culture, environmental quality and sustainable community development. The international movement originated in Italy in 1999, while Türkiye’s participation began with Seferihisar in İzmir in 2009. The network now includes 29 towns and districts across 24 provinces and seven geographical regions. Source: Travel and Tour World
