The fertile land of Thrace, which constitutes the European part of Turkey, is generally covered with sunflower fields and vineyards. Anyone arriving from Europe and entering Turkey from its western gate, Edirne, first comes across the Selimiye Mosque, a masterpiece of Turkish architecture.

The traditional Kırkpınar wrestling competitions are held here, annually as summer commences, in a wooded area in the city, called Sarayiçi. Tekirdağ, located in the west of Thrace, with its vast beaches and nice examples of Ottoman architecture, is well known for its vineyards and wine festivals.

With its rich with natural and historical assets, Kırklareli is the largest province in Turkey’s European section. İğneada and Kıyıköy, on the other hand, are Black Sea resorts known for their fine sand beaches.