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The legacies of the Hittites, Greeks, Romans, Christian
apostles, Byzantines, Ottoman Turks, & the other civilizations
that have called this land home have made Turkey into a vast
outdoor museum full of beautiful, intriguing sites. Highlights
of Turkey's many treasures include the spectacular Byzantine
churches & beautiful mosques of Istanbul; the ruins of the
fabled city of Pergamum on its windswept hilltop; the holy city
of Konya where Dervishes still whirl; the extraordinary
landscape & cave dwellings of Cappadocia; the great theatre of
ancient Ephesus; the magnificent beaches of the Aegean &
Mediterranean with signs of ancient civilizations at every turn
& so much more... |
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10 Things To
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10 things to do in Turkey
Have a Turkish Bath (Hamam) and relax.
Walk on a magic carpet and buy one if possible !
Take a boat cruise on the Bosphorus (Istanbul).
Bargain for souvenirs in the Grand Bazaar or anywhere.
Sip tea and play backgammon at the local tea house.
Buy delicious sesame covered simit from a street vendor.
Catch a performance of the renowned Whirling Dervishes.
Say "Merhaba" (MER-huh-BA) (Hello) to locals.
Take a ride on a dolmus (small minibuses).
Visit the barber for a haircut, shave or massage.
Watch a folkloric dancing performance.
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