Turkey

I’ve been going to Turkey since 1986 thanks to my best friend, Ayşe Carden, who took me along as her research assistant.  She introduced me to her family and culture and I was “adopted” by both.  Since Turkey is not a common destination for Americans I’ve probably been in touch with dozens of folks who were going and wanted some suggestions. I figured I’d write my suggestions down on a blog.  I’ll do this bit by bit. So, you may want to check back from time to time.


Places to Visit


Istanbul

Efes (Epheseus)

Afrodisias (Aphorodisias)

Pamukkale

Bodrum

Kapadokiya (Cappadocia)


Cultural Hints


Language

Names

Dos & Don’ts



 

Turkey

Name: Turkiye

Capital:  Ankara

Established:  29 Oct 1923 Gov’t:  Parlim. Demcrcy

Language:  Turkish

Currency:  Lira (YTL)

Population: 71.3 Mil

Location: Europe & Asia


Places in Turkey


Istanbul




Efes (Ephesus)




Bodrum





Useful Links


  1. Turkish-English Dictionary

  2. Hurriyet Newspaper in Eng

  3. Fest Travel Agency




 

Pamukkale at sunset