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Turkey
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It was in Turkey that Julius Caesar uttered
the immortal words "I came, I saw, I conquered".
These days it seems like Turkey is being conquered
mostly by tourists, especially on the Aegean coast,
but it is possible to escape the tourists hoards
if you head off the beaten track.
Turkey is the home of the world's oldest city and
it is a nation known for history, classical civilisation,
and captivating arts. The mystique of Turkish harems
are far from the reality of Turkey which is a welcoming
land, far removed from the "terrible Turk"
of ancient warfaring legend. It is becoming increasing
modern, with great food and plenty of attractions.
It is the true meeting point of east meets west where
you can have a hugely varied experience, from archaeological
splendour, mountain treks, clubbing and package sun
holidays, and water sports.
Read the full story -
background and travel essentials
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Travel
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Our journey path, maps and on the road
adventures >>>>
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Culture
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Celebrate the feminine soul and joy of
womanhood with Belly
Dancing
The art of relaxation perfected in a
Hamman or Turkish
Bath
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Food
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Beyond
the kebab; explore delicious multicultural
cuisine + a recipe for Turkish Delight
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Historic Sites
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The city of
Ephesus, one of the largest and
best preserved classical sites in the
world
Topkai
Sarayi is one of the world's greatest
museums and former Harem
Aya
Sophia, an Islamic take over
of a spectacular Christian Cathedral
Gallipoli
is the site of one of the longest and
bloodies battles in history.
Rare marbling, intricate tiles and stunning
architecture in the Mosques
of Instanbul
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Travel Writers
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Turkish
Tomatoes
By Paul Cook
"As a horse and cart approached
the crop fields, combined with the alien
landscape of fairy chimneys surrounding
us, it felt like we were wandering though
an unspoiled Turkish past."
Cyprus
Aphrodite, Calamity! by Caroline
Puzinas
A rocky, wet Mediterranean war-tale
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| Guide written by Susi O'Neill |
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