Sumela Monastery A Hidden Gem Of Trabzon : In the region of Macka, you will find Trabzon city and the Sumela Monastery. This crazy high monastery is a 1600-year-old ancient Orthodox monastery of the Panaghia located 1200 meters high on a cliff. The building itself, constructed in the midst of the rocks, combined with its …
The oldest olive oil facility, dating back to 600 BC, can be found at the ancient settlement of Klazomenai in west Anatolia, in the Urla district near the city of Izmir. Like elsewhere around the Mediterranean, olive oil is a very important foodstuff in Turkey and takes pride of place in Turkish cuisine.Towards the end …
Bursa is the second most populous city in the Marmara Region and the fourth most populous country in the world. Bursa is center of attention among foreign tourists as well as local tourists. Bursa has been home to many civilizations throughout history and is the capital of the Ottoman Empire. As a city that draws …
Guide to Ephesus Ancient City and Ruins ,The colourful timeline of Turkey’s history means that the country is awash with historical sites dating from many civilizations. Out of all of them, Ephesus ancient city ruins are probably the most well-known, attracting thousands of visitors every day. As capital of Roman Asia Minor, Ephesus was a …
Having been founded around 1650 BC, Hattusha was the capital of the Hittite Empire and became the focus of the arts and architecture of that time. It has been on the World Heritage List as a cultural asset since 1986. Hattusha is an open-air archaeological museum consisting of two sites, the Lower City and the …
Cappadocia is one of the most visited destinations in Turkey. The centuries-old history of the region has made the region rich in architectural works. It is possible to say that all of the civilizations that lived in Anatolia for a time passed through Cappadocia. Therefore, it becomes possible to examine various structures built by different …
Basilica Cistern or Yerebatan Palace is located in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district. It was built under the Stoa Basilica, which was built as a center of commerce, justice and art between the 3rd and 4th centuries. First constructed by Emperor Constantine, the small building was rebuilt by Emperor Justinian in the 6th century due to the …
Sultanahmet Mosque, one of the most fascinating pieces of Istanbul’s skyline, is also, at the same time, one of the most important symbols of Istanbul. And it is not only its magnificent appearance that makes it so fascinating. The Blue Mosque has many distinctive features separating it from other mosques such as being the first …
Hagia Sophia, a remarkable achievement in the history of architecture. A living proof of mankind’s revolt against the laws of physics. A monument whose importance transcends borders. As one of UNESCO’s World Cultural Heritage sites, Hagia Sophia continues to attract millions with its majestic grandeur and beauty. BIRTH OF THE HAGIA SOPHIA As founder of …
It is located on the promontory of the historical peninsula in İstanbul which overlooks both the Marmara Sea and the İstanbul strait. The walls enclosing the palace grounds, the main gate on the land side and the first buildings were constructed during the time of Fatih Sultan Mehmet (the Conqueror) (1451 – 81). The palace …