Does a gorgeous lakeside picnic sound good to you? If so then you won’t want to leave Turkey without bringing a basket lunch and setting up in front of one of its scenic lakes. These lakes are some of the most popular tourist spots in Turkey. They’re perfect for not only picnicking but also hiking, […]
No one can dispute this simple fact: there’s no place on earth like Greece. After all, it’s where the ancient gods chose to call home. From crystal clear seas to verdant green mountaintops, Greece is a gift basket brimming with rich delights for every visitor. We’ve selected 10 of our favorite spots within this magical […]
According to most surveys, tea is the most widely consumed beverage in the world, after water. In fact, on any given day, approximately 159 million Americans are sipping their favorite piping hot brew. Of these, about 84 percent is black tea, and we’ve just discovered your new potential favorite! The next time you’re selecting a […]
The Sumela Monastery is a historic site located in modern-day Turkey. At over a thousand years old, it is one of the oldest monasteries in the Christian world. However, age alone is not what sets this historic site apart. Travelers come from all over the world…to look up. As in 1,200 km (4,000 feet) to […]
One of the world’s most iconic train journeys is the Orient Express. This long-distance passenger train journey heralded an era of extravagant first-class travel during years when travel was commonly rough and dangerous. Just as impressive as the furnishings, food, and accommodations were the magnificent views from London through Paris to Constantinople (now Istanbul). Today, […]
Egirdir is a town in southwest Turkey lying on the shore of a large lake surrounded by mountains. Travelers stop here on their way to Cappadocia, Antalya or Pamukkale to visit the ancient cities of Sagalassos, Pisidia or Adada, and the area also attracts many people who come for outdoor sports that include paragliding, trekking, […]
The beautiful terraced gardens behind Beylerbeyi Palace used to be known as the Gardens of the Cross because of a cross erected here by Constantine the Great. From Byzantine times onwards, numerous magnificent buildings were constructed here, enhancing the beauty of nature with that of architecture. The sun shone brightly and a gentle breeze was […]
Roses are the oldest source of perfume. Ancient Sanskrit documents mention rose oil, which is the strongest form of this scent, and in the Iliad’s Homer relates how Aphrodite rubbed Hector’s dead body with rose oil. What was meant by rose oil in these texts was not what we mean by this term today, since […]
While the neighborhood of Balat Istanbul has a rich history and is on the UNESCO World Heritage list, less than 1% of travelers to Turkey visit it. Have you heard of the “Neighborhoods of Faith”? Fatih, Fener, and Balat are where different religions and communities live in harmony to create a cultural melting pot. Are […]
You’ve probably seen the iconic evil eye symbol a hundred different times and paid no mind to it. Or, you’ve pondered its meaning and the history behind it. In fact, you may even own a piece of jewelry with the evil eye symbol but not thought twice about its actual meaning- only that it looked […]
