Edirne

Edirne (ancient Hadrianopolis and the not so ancient Adrianople) is in the westernmost part of Turkey. Edirne is a gateway to Turkey, opening to western world and the first stopover for newcomers from Europe. It is situated near the Greek (7 km) and Bulgarian (20 km) borders. Close to the ancient city of Troy. Edirne is an amazing historic city seldom visited by tourists, even though it's an easy day-trip west of Istanbul. I guess it's just in the wrong direction: from Istanbul, most of Turkey is east and south, so no one thinks of going west. I think the importance of this city with all its hidden gems will one day challenge the wonder of Istanbul as a place to see.