They call this Camel Rock

May 29th 2006
5/27-5/29 We arrived in the village of Grohme via an overnight bus ride that turned out to take 12 hours. The buses are very interesting here, they have a bus attendent that serves snacks and beverages and the bus stops at least every four hours at a rest stop where people can use the rest room and chain smoke. Apparently 4am Coca-cola breaks are the norm amongst the Turks. Also of note is the ... read more

Middle East » Turkey » Central Anatolia » Cappadocia

Modern Turkey was founded in 1923 from the Anatolian remnants of the defeated Ottoman Empire by national hero Mustafa KEMAL, who was later honored with the title Ataturk, or "Father of the Turks." Under his authoritarian leadership, the country adopt... ... read more

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Jaime and Andrew

Inspired by our friends Roy and Jill, we have decided to put our lives on hold and travel the world for the next few months. Armed with a portable pharmacy and a few travel books we hope to make some friends and avoid malaria. Assuming we figure out how to post pics, we apologize in advance for the wardrobe - and the lion's mane that will be Jaime's hair. We hope to see you all in 6 months when we return, probably after a good shower and a steak dinner. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy our musings! ... full info

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