Isa Bey Mosque – Selcuk
During a guided tour or shore excursion of Ephesus you have an opportunity to visit one of the oldest mosques of Turkey – ISA BEY MOSQUE, built 1375. Istanbul was not yet conquered and the Ottomans had not yet advanced beyond Söğüt and Bursa either. This 640 year old mosque is located in Selçuk, between the remains of Artemis Temple and the Saint Jean Basilica. … Continue reading Isa Bey Mosque – Selcuk
Turkuazoo – Istanbul Aquarium
The Forum Istanbul, is not only one of the largest shopping malls in Europe, great for those wishing to make a shopping trip to Istanbul, but is also one of the first world-wide to have a huge aquarium inside! The giant aquarium, Turkuazoo, is located inside a culture park over an area of 8 thousand sqm. 10 thousand different underwater creatures and 25 thousand other … Continue reading Turkuazoo – Istanbul Aquarium
History of the Harem
Constantly regarded as an enigmatic matter for European voyagers, the Ottoman Harem was a popular subject for writers, who wrote hundreds of pages and tried to unveil this secretive center of attention. As the matter is still being discussed by many, the Harem Quarter in Topkapi Palace keeps attracting thousands of tourists each year. In the early ages of the empire the Ottoman Padishahs used … Continue reading History of the Harem
Sarma – Stuffed Vine Leaves
Sarma refers to a dish that can be prepared with grape, cabbage, or chard leaves. The term sarma derives from the Turkish verb “sarmak,” which means to wrap or to roll. It can be prepared with rice and spices (vegetarian) or with rice and ground meat. Ingredients: 1lb pickled grape leaves, pickled in brine then washed and drained 4 medium onions, diced 2 cups rice, washed under cold … Continue reading Sarma – Stuffed Vine Leaves
Grand Bazaar – Shopping in Istanbul
No Istanbul shopping tour or historical sightseeing tour of Istanbul would be complete without a visit to the world famous Grand Bazaar! Built by Fatih Sultan Mehmet (The Conqurer), the Grand Bazaar, or Kapali Carsi as it is known in Turkish, is reminiscent of a city. It was an important step in the “Conquerors” target to make Istanbul “his own city”. Built in a modest … Continue reading Grand Bazaar – Shopping in Istanbul
Jordan Tour – Top 5 Sights
The territory in which Jordan is located is one of the oldest settlements in the history of humanity. With approximately 125 thousand registered archaeological sites, the most famous of which being the Red Rose City of Petra, the Aqaba Gulf and the Dead Sea, Jordan is fast becoming a “must see” destination. There are many Jordan tours & Jordan travel packages of various duration that … Continue reading Jordan Tour – Top 5 Sights
Egypt – Tour the land of Pharoahs
Are you looking for a great travel destination? Are you looking for an interesting environment? Then consider taking a trip to the unique and ancient land of Egypt. If you love to explore the architecture and lifestyles of the old world, then a tour of the mystical land of Egypt is the perfect solution to indulge your dreams. Here are the top 5 reasons to … Continue reading Egypt – Tour the land of Pharoahs
Greece Travel & Tours
There are two kinds of travellers. Those who like to find a paradise where life stands still and relaxation is inevitable or those who are more of an explorer type who immerse themselves into a culture and absorb every bit of the new land. No matter which category you fall into, your needs will be met with a trip to the cradle of western civilization; … Continue reading Greece Travel & Tours
Almond Helva – Badem Helvasi
Ingredients: 250g butter 2 tablespoons blanched almonds 1 cup strong plain flour 1 cup wholemeal flour 3 cups sugar 4 cups water 1 tablespoon rose water Melt the butter in a round-bottomed pan. Add the almonds to the flour and cook on a very low heat, stirring with a wooden spoon, until the almonds and flour have turned golden brown. A good helva needs to … Continue reading Almond Helva – Badem Helvasi
Turkey … a must see destination
Turkey is considered one of the most amazing tourist destinations of the world with a reputation amongst travel enthusiasts for greeting visitors with friendly smiles and open arms. With a rich historical heritage and blessed with majestic mountains and a magnificent coastline, Turkey has something to offer everyone. Today Turkey is a modern European nation and has protected its historical treasures to share with those … Continue reading Turkey … a must see destination
