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Turkey

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September 7th 2012
Relaxing day at sea yesterday. Arrived Istanbul, Turkey this morning massive place. view from the ship unbelievable. transfer from boat to city Grand bazaar-shopping "same same but different". So many jewellery places, leather jackets and bits and bobs. Lol have worked out not to make eyecontact with the local Turks as they chase you for miles just for a sale. Bargaining here is great fun. Light l ... read more

Middle East » Turkey » Mediterranean

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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