Friday 26th July 2013 - Silk Road in Aksaray


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July 26th 2013
Published: August 1st 2013
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Friday 26th July 2013 Silk Road - Aksaray to Kayseri Joy of Joy - I have finally discovered evidence of the existence of the silk road in Turkey. So far in this blog, I have been reporting what looked like a holiday report - now I am pleased to write something about the silk road at last. The day before I drove past a town called 'Sultanhani' - didn't think much of it because I was ... Read Full Entry



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Brake fluid everywhere - nasty, dangerousBrake fluid everywhere - nasty, dangerous
Brake fluid everywhere - nasty, dangerous

Brake fluid everywhere - nasty, dangerous
The Turkish AAThe Turkish AA
The Turkish AA

The Turkish AA
My friend AliMy friend Ali
My friend Ali

My friend Ali - saved me from a lot of trouble
Sendvije AliSendvije Ali
Sendvije Ali

He made a great sandwich and tea.
My reward for finding evidence of the silk road and staying alive after brake failureMy reward for finding evidence of the silk road and staying alive after brake failure
My reward for finding evidence of the silk road and staying alive after brake failure

My reward for finding evidence of the silk road and staying alive after brake failure



1st August 2013

In my recent trip along the Silk Road...
I never saw a caravansarai, much to my regret, as they epitomize the road to me. Just like you, I would have closed my eyes and imagined life in one 800 years ago. I've often thought that the concept should have been picked up by the hotel industry...more than just a motel, but a walled enclosed area with a courtyard.

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