The archaeological site of Troy is located in western Turkey near the convergence of the Aegean Sea and the Dardanelles (ancient Hellespont), the strait that connects the Aegean to the Bosphorus and the Black Sea, a strategic location valuable to whomever controls it. A visit to Troy is included in ... Read More »
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Turkey Tours – Name That Site!
Located in southwestern Anatolia, this site is known as the "Cotton Castle" because of its dramatic travertine terraces formed by hot-spring deposits of calcium carbonate. Even in ancient times, the area was a popular stop on Turkey tours (although they would have been called Asia ... Read More »
Turkey Tours: Name That Site!
This little Byzantine church-turned-mosque-turned-museum is tucked into a quiet neighborhood of Istanbul, about 3 miles from the star attractions of the Old City. The building's modest exterior belies the brilliance inside, where an outstanding collection of Byzantine frescoes and mosaics cover the ... Read More »
Foto Friday – Open Now!
It's been a cold, dark week for millions of Americans. We hope you are safe and warm. These sunny (usually!) destinations are open to American travelers now: ... Read More »
Foto Friday – Timeless Allure
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Turkey Tours – Name That Site!
Can you name this Greco-Roman city in western Turkey that is not Ephesus? Like Ephesus, it is a highlight of many of our Turkey tours. Like Ephesus, it is one of the seven churches in the Book of Revelation, and as such, is usually included in Christian pilgrimage tours of Turkey. Also like Ephesus, ... Read More »
