"So much to explore!" Turkey by tommix

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somewhere between Erzurum and Malatya - Turkey

Are you going to Turkey? Where? Izmir or Antalya? - before my trip to Turkey I heard this kind of question so many times. But the Turkey it's not only the seaside and the beaches. It's a so huge, in big part mountain country, with so much to explore! From armenian and gregorian churches in the east, beautiful Seljuk monuments in the center to captivating city of Istanbul in the west...
Only one advice - take your time! :)

As an apetizer you can look at my pages on Ishan or Dörtkilise.

Pros and Cons

Pros:beauty and diversity of country, relatively cheap prices, and great cuisine!
Cons:distances and crazy drivers!
In a nutshell:Gorgeous beaches, monuments, landscapes - everybody can find here something for himself!

Last visit to Turkey: May 2004
Intro Updated Oct 2, 2004
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Try narguileh! Local Customs (1)

During a trip to Turkey everyone (and certainly every smoker!) should try at least once to smoke a narguileh - an... more travel advice

main (North) entrance to the Mosque - Turkey

Divirigi - a hidden treasure! Off The Beaten Path (2)

It's really far away from every major tourist place. But you can get here either by minibus from Sivas (180 km, 3 hours)... more travel advice

mescit in the middle of the courtyard - Turkey

Sultanhani caravanserai Off The Beaten Path (2)

That's a must for all lovers of Seljuk architecture. In a small city of Sultanhani, on the road between Aksaray and... more travel advice

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beatle74 Apr 20, 2005 at 11:31 AM

you know what? shame on me! I've never seen those beauties before. :(
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matcrazy1 Apr 15, 2005 at 2:58 PM

Great start. Very accurate intro and fantastic off the beaten tips. Haha, I bought narguileh in Turkey... didn't use for years though :-)
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Tijavi Apr 11, 2005 at 1:27 AM

Indeed, there is so much to explore in this magical land - now am at a loss where to go myself. The town of Divirigi looks enchanting, and must be worth a visit. Thanks, Tomasz.
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KIZGINdamdakiKedi Dec 26, 2004 at 1:29 PM

Good Start ! i am looking forward for some more pictures and info. Merry X-mas and Happy new Year ! ESra
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shelnlin Sep 13, 2004 at 3:02 PM

Ahh the sheesha... they are amazing things aren't they? I am not a smoker yet for some reason I actually liked the Grape flavour sheesha. Great start on your page!!!
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MalenaN Sep 3, 2004 at 10:56 PM

Sounds like you have visited many interesting parts of Turkey!
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Pakistaniguy Aug 24, 2004 at 2:11 PM

i totally agree with your tips, pros and cons !!! Gr8 start !
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nocnylot Jul 18, 2004 at 1:14 PM

Great shisha pic too! :)))