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5 Breathtaking Sunset Spots to See in Turkey

One of my favourite rituals is to sit down at the end of the day with an ice-cold beer and watch the sun sink below the…

Turkish Tea Culture: How Tea Shapes Social Life in Turkey

Turkish tea, not coffee, is the national drink of Turkey. Visitors are often offered tea when they go to a Turkish home, and meetings in tea…

Ani Ruins: Exploring the Ancient City of 1,001 Churches

The ruins of Ani are the remains of a medieval Armenian kingdom: an impressive spread of churches, mosques, and fortifications on the border with Armenia. Situated…

Gaziantep Mevlevi Museum: History, Highlights & Visitor Guide

We walked up and down the street three times and, realising we were lost, asked a passer-by where the Gaziantep Mevlevi Lodge Foundation Museum was. Located…

Lesbos 3-Day Itinerary: Explore Greece’s Underrated Island Gems

Beautiful, unspoiled nature, sandy beaches, ancient castles, and colorful seaside towns — if that sounds like your ideal getaway, it’s time to visit Lesvos. Greece’s third-largest…

Dolma-Style Stuffed Peppers with Rice and Herbs

One of the greatest pleasures is biting into a favorite dish. I love dolma, and today I quickly enjoyed two for lunch. If you travel in…

Discover the Turkish Bath Experience: What to Expect Inside

The Turkish bath experience is a familiar recommendation on many lists of things to do in Turkey. While it may not be my personal favorite, it…

Inside Topkapi Palace Museum: Secrets of Ottoman Intrigue in Istanbul

If a building could hold untold stories, Topkapi Palace Museum in Istanbul’s Fatih district would be one of them. Founded in the 15th century after the…

Maral’s Colorful Wooden Mosque: A Stunning Architectural Gem

From the outside, the wooden mosque of Maral appeared plain and unremarkable. Perched on a slope beside a winding mountain road, it could easily be mistaken…

Turkish Culture: A Practical Guide to Traditions and Social Customs

One thing you will quickly notice when visiting Turkey is how sociable Turkish culture is. People in Turkey enjoy meeting others and often spend long stretches…