Istanbul

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well im here in istanbul, my final destination in europe before i fly for my holiday in Asia. Turkey is quite an incredible place. Ive probably said that about every palce ive been, but it is nothing like i expected. Parts of Turkey are as modern as anyplace ive been, incuding the United States. Both Izmir and here in istanbul are just totally modern. If u are wanting to find the old turkey you have to head to the Eastern part ive been told, because everything you would find in an Aust city is here. Plus all the history that goes with being here.

I went to gallipoli the other day. it was very moving to be there. ANZAC cove where they all landed is so small and facing just rugged cliffs. The whole beach would be as long as my street. Going to lone pine and the neck, you just realise the whole operation was crazy. An experience il never forget.

So i have 5 more days here to look around which will be great.

hope all is well

james

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