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The wine from Kirk Kilise is very good. However, most Turks don’t drink wine—they are mostly teetotalers. So, the wine is taken to the coast, bought by French companies, sent to Bordeaux, and then...

The sky was gray, and the wind howled. The land looked dull and lifeless. The Turkish villages were messy, made up of mud huts. There were no hedges, flowers, or even grass. The buffalo...

We talked about many different things. Every once in a while, a general or colonel was called over to join the conversation. However, as soon as they had said their part, they stepped back. In the nearby woods, a band played music, and throughout the meeting, refreshments were offered: cigarettes and coffee, cigarettes and ice cream, cigarettes and caramels, cigarettes and grapes — and then, more cigarettes.

Moda Burnu, the protruding promontory nestled between two bays, is a favored residence for the British colony in Constantinople. Offering a breathtaking panorama of Stambul, the Sea of Marmara, and the Islands, it serves...

Challenges and Opportunities Importance of Rafting in Turkish Tourism Rafting holds a significant place in Turkish tourism, providing visitors with a unique and original experience. This adventure adds a vibrant touch to Turkey’s destination appeal, increasing...

Proposed Solutions Ministry of Culture and Tourism Collaboration Needed The pressing issues faced by rafting tourism in Turkey require a concerted effort from the Ministry of Culture and Tourism, working in collaboration with the police force....

Ancient Heritage along the Bosporus The bubbling spring surrounded by trees near the railway station marks the location of the ancient Hermagoras. Haidar Pasha Plain serves as the gathering point for troops heading to the...

Maritime Landmarks and Legends along the Bosporus The prominent square yellow structure neighboring the cemetery, visible from the sea, is Selimieh Barracks. It stands on the grounds where Sultan Murad IV’s summer palace once existed....

Fish A Culinary Heritage Throughout the history of Istanbul, fish has held the esteemed position of being the most consumed product in the city’s cuisine. Over time, various methods of preserving and preparing fish have...

Heading North A Seasonal Journey As the fishing season persists, fishermen across Turkey embark on maritime adventures, trying their luck in the bountiful seas. With the onset of summer, they bid farewell to the Mediterranean,...