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An introduction to Kars

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Kars is one Turkish Town that I would definitely like to know better.  This once upon a time Armenian and Russian held town, seemed a little wild at first (we later found it calmed down drastically at night) and the people looked full of character and purpose. Some Turkish towns crept up on us – …

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Exploring the Rose Valley in Goreme Turkey or a Lost Laptop,Turkish phone Regulations and Helpful Locals

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Because we spent two months without our laptop in Turkey, we got very used to asking for help and directions from strangers. But Turkish people can never really be classified as Strangers, because they are so incredibly welcoming and helpful.   Even if they can’t speak much English they never shy away like we ourselves might …

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The Lesser Known Dalyan of Turkey can be found on the Biga Peninsula

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When planning the Turkish leg of our three month trip we initially ruled out Car Rental because of Turkey’s astronomical fuel costs.  After further research we realized that the small diesel rental vehicles on offer had excellent fuel economy.  Pairing this with the fact there would be two of us sharing the cost, car rental …

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Ferry to Eyup Istanbul for Pierre Loti views and Eyup Sultan Istanbul Mosque 2018

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Updated August 2018. The views from the Istanbul Pierre Loti Cafe at Eyup Istanbul are Panoramic. Sitting at the base of the hill is the Eyup Sultan Istanbul Mosque – a mosque that holds a special place in the hearts of Istanbulites. I recommend arriving by ferry from Eminonu, ascending the hill via Eyup Gondola …

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The Best View in Istanbul, Turkey

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Many cities claim to be built on seven hills, not the least of which is the exotic spice laden city of Istanbul, Turkey. A city that encompasses seven hills is sure to be dripping with views, but Istanbul has many man made viewpoints as well. The Best View in Istanbul. The view from the top …

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Erzurum to Dogubayazit in Photos

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Our hotel has a computer that has USB and photo capabilities so I can share some photos from our road journey today.   You can follow our journey on Twıtter and Facebook.  After explorıng Ishak Pasa Palace we wıll be headıng to Kars.            

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Our New Turkish Friend

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We met him at our pansiyon He was related ın some way to the owner and we stayed talking on the terrace after everyone else had left. It was a heady feeling – the one that we all love when travelliıng – making a connection with a local person. Ahmet was a good storyteller We …

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