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TENTATIVE ITINERARY FOR TURKEY TOUR

As the Cultural Capital of Europe in 2010, Istanbul is waiting for you with its history, culture and beauty. Yes that is true, it is just the right time in 2010 to visit this wonderful city which is a bridge between Asia and Europe. Let's discover its treasures together.

You are invited to explore the beauties of Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque and enjoy your Turkish Tea while catching your breath. Experience the unique life at Taksim Square in Istiklal Avenue and get your sea food by the Bosphorus accompanied by traditional music. Live the history in Topkapi Palace and take pictures of wonderful architectural buildings which are a complete selection of centuries starting from 6 up until now. Take wonderful pictures during the ferry tour on the Bosphorus where continents meet each other. Do you shopping in the Grand Bazaar which is the first mall of the history.

Ephesus which was established as a port, was used to be the most important commercial centre. It played a great role in the ancient times with its strategic location. Ephesus is located on a very fertile valley.

Ephesus, once, the trade centre of the ancient world, a religious centre of the early Christianity and today, Ephesus is an important tourism centre in Turkey.

The ancient city Ephesus is located in Selcuk, a small town 30km away from Kusadasi.

Some of the attractions in this area are:

• The house of Virgin Mary, which is a major pilgrimage site,
• The City of Ephesus, with the Library of Celsius, Temple of Hadrian, agora and fantastic Greco-Roman theater(click for a Youtube Video).
• Basilica of St. John and remains of the Temple of Artemis, which was known as one of Seven Wonders of the ancient world

• The Tomb of Rumi,
• Alaaddin Kaykoabat, (Seljuk Sultan) Hill (scenic),
• Whirling dervishes (video)
• Dinner with a Turkish Family
• Konya is the home of the world famous poet Rumi. 

Pamukkale -An unusual natural and historical site with the sparkling white castle -like cascades, Pamukkale is one of the most important highlights of Turkey, unique in the world. The site is named in Turkish as "Pamukkale", that means "cotton castle", parallel to the glorious and spectacular view of the site. The dazzling white calcareous castles are formed by limestone-laden thermal springs, creating the unbelievable formation of stalactites, potholes and cataracts.

Cappadocia which is unique in the world and is a miraculous nature wonder is the common name of the field covered by the provinces of Aksaray, Nevsehir, Nigde, Kayseri and Kirsehir in the Central Anatolian region.

• Early Christian Settlements, where they took refuge from Roman persecution. Numerous religious cave paintings display evidence of early Christianity. This is a unique, fascinating region in Turkey with its ‘fairy chimneys’ and underground cities carved out of volcanic rock.

Note that Application Deadline is extended to November 1st.

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