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More of Turkey, Towns and History

October 19, 2020 / cathyp

Turkey has a European side, Thrace but most of its land is in Asia and known as Anatolia. The further you get from the European side the more interesting and exotic the towns seem. Ankara and Konya are both Anatolian.

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Sights of Istanbul

October 4, 2020 / cathyp

Istanbul is no longer the capital of Turkey but it has a historic centre and is one of the worlds largest cities. Its half in Europe and half in Asia so there are plenty of different things to see.

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A Tour Round Turkey

September 27, 2020September 27, 2020 / cathyp

The best thing about Turkey is its variety. History, both ancient and modern, astounding natural features, and a fascinating culture.

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