The Sultan Ahmed Mosque (better known as the Blue Mosque), Istanbul – Turkey. If you are wondering why it doesn’t look that blue, it is named for the blue tiles on the .. more ..

The Aya Sofia, or Hagia Sophia, is one of Istanbul’s most prominent attractions. I read stories about its size and beauty before my arrival into Turkey back in October, so I figured I was in for a treat. I had no idea, however, that it would be so big… or so awe-inspiring. Rather than try to fill this page with a huge list of cliches and overused expressions, I figured I& .. more ..

During the past month, I traveled in the Middle East, having wonderful stays in Turkey, Israel, Jordan, and Egypt. In Cairo, at the world famous Museum of Egyptian Antiquities, commonly known as the Egyptian Museum, photography is forbidden. It isn't just flash photography, it's photography of any kind. In fact, you can't even bring your camera into the museum. If you have a camera with you, the

Mount Tahtali was the first thing that I wanted to do while in Kemer. Reviews from the internet promised “amazing landscape views from this tall mountain of Turkey that stands 2365 meters above sea level” During the months of Jan to April, it is said that you can go skiing on Mount Tahtali in the morning, descend to the resort of Kemer and swim in the Mediterranean Sea in the afternoon. I was not interested in the skiing or swimmin .. more ..

For many, a big part of any holiday is the food you eat, the food you remember and the food you would rather forget.  In Turkey, street food is a way of life and simply cannot be ignored.  Some of your finest meals will be made instantly in front of you so here is a little taste of what to expect from Turkish street food.  Kokorec, spiced offal wrapped in lamb’s intestine is of course, a tasty treat to tie you over until dinner.  For anyone wondering ab .. more ..

This week had led to a flurry of activity in markets all over Turkey. Cattle farmers are busy as communities gear themselves up for a four day festival that will start on Sunday called Kurban Bayram. The cattle farmers will experience their busiest week of the year as all over the country, goats, sheep and cows are sold in order to be sacrificed according to Islamic rules and traditions. What will I be doing on Kurban Bayram? On Sunday .. more ..

Toilet History – Roman Flush Toilets If you happen to be in Turkey, it’s worth checking out the superbly preserved Roman City of Ephesus, which is located near the Aegean Coast...

Inspired by an article about Hasankeyf, an ancient settlement on the banks of the river Tigris, soon to disappear under the waters of the Ilisu hydroelectric dam, I was on my way to explore Turkey's southeast. I want to see Hasankeyf, her caves, mosques and emblematic medieval bridge before it all vanished forever. But not only Hasankeyf -- Mardin, Urfa and Harran were also on my itinerary.