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Pamukkale

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General information

Pamukkale is a natural settlement in Denizli province in southwest Turkey. It includes terraces, travertines of carbonate minerals from Kent Spa and flowing water. It is found in the Aegean region of Turkey, in the temperate climate of the Menderes River valley. It is a favorite place for tourists.
Region and the History of the Region

The ancient Hierapolis city was built on a white castle, measuring 2,700 meters in length, 600 meters in width and 160 meters in height. Pamukkale can be seen from the hills on the opposite side of the valley at the center 20 km from Denizli. Near the ancient city of Laodice lies 5-10 km. 5 km further to the Karahayıt village, an international thermal center. Pamukkale is located at UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Travertens are good for visual disturbances, heart problems, rheumatism, digestion, respiration, circulation and skin disorders.

Tourist Information

Approximately 300 thousand people visit Pamukkale every year. The number of visitors of the region designated as World Heritage is increasing every year.

Places of Interest in the region
Hierapolis Ancient City. This is 18 km from the center of Denizli. An ancient Phrygian city located in the north, just behind the Pamukkale Travertines. Although the exact date of foundation is unknown, it is estimated that the wife of Telephos, founded by Eumenes in the 2nd century BC in the time of the kingdom of Bergama, according to Greek mythology, was the founder of Bergama and came from Hiera of Amazons.

Hierapolis is located in places devastated by the great earthquake that occurred in 60 AD and after the earthquakes that have been damaged and almost completely devoid of Hellenistic features. For this reason, the buildings that survived to the day are completely those dating from the Roman period.

Antique Pool. This is a pool of 23 centuries. When an earthquake occurred at a time when a pit opened in the middle of the city, the city poured its beauty pillars into the holding, and the remaining free thermal waters filled the interior and this Ancient Pool was formed. Places to visit in Pamukkale will fasnicate you.

Accommodation
Pamukkale’da accommodation you can stay in the center of the town and Karahayit Village (Neighborhood) in two areas were collected. The Pamukkale district center, which is more affordable and boutique style, serves as an advantage with its proximity to the travertines and the ancient city of Hierapolis.

Transportation
The closest neighbors of the Aegean section of Denizli Aegean Region are located at the distance of 145 km for Mugla, 2 hours for Aydın, 126 km for Aydın for 1 hour and 45 minutes for Burdur and 2 hours and 20 minutes away from Burdur.

Eating and drinking

One of Denizli’s most famous dishes is your famous tandır kebabı. So, immediately let go of your curiosity and give one of our best address recommendations for tandır kebabı. If you go to Kocabaylar, which is one of the first kebabs of Denizli who serve about 40 years, remember that you will not be able to rise with a portion.

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Ishak Paşa Sarayı

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İshak Pasha Palace is one of the important historic buildings in Turkey. It was built by The Governor İshak Pasha by himself to serve both as a residence and administrative building. The construction work started in the period of Colak Abdi Pasha, the father of İshak Pasha and completed by Mehmet Pasha, the son of İshak Pasha. But the common consensus of the historians is that %80 of the building had been completed during İshak Pasha period who also named the palace.

History of Ishak Pasha Palace

İshak Pasha PalaceAğrıis one of the most important architectural monuments of Ottoman era. The construction of the palace had started in 1685 and finished almost 100 years later in 1784. There are several sections in the palace including fabulous Harem section, mosque and mausoleum. The characteristics of the building had been inspired by ottoman, Armenian and Persian art. This is what makes the palace is so important today. The combination of the cultures integrated in the structure so professionally that even today although it is a ruined building it glamours the visitors with its elegance. The palace is now a museum and open to visitors between 08.00 am to 18.30 pm.

Location of Ishak Pasha Palace

The palace is in Doğu Beyazıt. Doğu Beyazıt is a district of Ağrı and is very close to Eastern borders of Turkey, Iranian border is only 35 km away. The region was under control of Ottoman for more than 400 years. But before the Ottoman rule Persians, Armenians, Seljuk dynasty and Urartu ruled the region.

Tourist İnformationAbout the Region

The famous Mount Ararat, where it is believed that Noah’s Ark is hidden, is also in Ağrı. There is a national park in the area and a stone formation believed to be Noah’s Ark. In summer the park can be visited. Because the palace is in a desolated area there are not many places to visit but the city of Kars is a better alternative to visit afterwards. And on the way to İshak Pasha Palaceand around it there are some early ancient residues of Urartu culture to visit. And the castle of Doğu Beyazıt, which had been built by Urartu is another alternative to visit. Fish Lake is 60 km away from Doğu Beyazıt but it is worth go.

Accommodation

There are better alternatives for accommodation in Ağrı, Kars and Van. But for the visitors who want to spend an overnight close to the area there are couple of moderate hotels in Doğu Beyazıt and two campingsvery close to the Palace.

Transportation

The Palace is 5 km away from Doğu Beyazıt. Direct transportation is only providedfrom Doğu Beyazıt andby taxis or hourly buses only.To get Doğu Beyazıt from other cities intra city buses can be taken.

Lounch Options at Ağrı

The famous dish of DoğuBeyazıt is AbdigörKöfte. In each local restaurant, it can be found. Haşıl is also another famous dish of Ağrı region.

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Dilek Peninsula

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General Information

The Dilek Peninsula National Park, located on the peninsula where the Mentese Mountains met by the Aegean Sea, can be visited in two different regions, KusadasiGuzelcamli Municipality and Great Menderes Delta. The name of the zone is 1,237 mt. Which is the highest point of Dilek Hill, is located within the borders of Aydın.

Region

The Dilek Peninsula National Park, located on the peninsula where the Menteşe Dağları met by the Aegean Sea, can be visited in two different regions, KusadasiGuzelcamli Municipality and Great Menderes Delta. The name of the zone is 1,237 mt. Which is the highest point of Dilek Hill, is located within the borders of Aydın. The beaches of National Park can be entered by car or by foot from Guzelcamli District of Kusadasi.

Where to Go

You can see squirrels and turtles along the way. Wild boars have become domesticated by the occasional visitation to the park, and they are still living in the park. The animals in the museum in Great Menderes Delta region are exhibited in the National Park.

Approximately 11-12 km after the gorgeous entrance gate, the road ends with a military barricade and four beautiful beaches start to this area. Icmeler Bay, Aydınlık Bay, Kavaklıburun Bay and Karasu Bay are worth seeing. Each has a beautiful and clean coach. Small pebble beaches are provided with sun loungers, umbrellas, showers, cafeteria services, but can also be sunk by non-beach areas. You can take a boat trip and swim in Dilek Peninsula.

Dilek Peninsula National Park in the closed sections of the Olukdere Canyon 15 km. Was created. There is no individual entry permit in these areas, just trekking along with the officially designated guides of the park. It is forbidden to camp and fire in the National Park, which does not have accommodation, but it is forbidden for birding, bicycle tour (25 km trail), nature walk (15 km trail), botanical walking tour (2 km trail) And paragliding can be done.

Doganbey Village, located at the junction of Dilek Peninsula and Great Menderes Delta, is an old Greek village. You can easily see the restored old houses in Doganbey Village where you can see nice examples of Greek and Turkish architecture. Dilek Peninsula National Park Promotion Center and Museum is located at the entrance of the village immediately.

Zeus Cave at the entrance of the National Park’s Guzelcam is another beauty. The depth of Zeus Cave is about 10-15 meters. The fresh water from the mountain meets the sea with the salt water of the sea, and a cool green-blue cave has formed. In the summer there is a beauty shop with mud coming out on one side of the cave which is visited by the flock of visitors. Those who believed that the cave was sacred turned the surrounding bushes into trees of hope.

Staying

Aydin has a lot of accommodation options. The best of them are Concept Suits and Efeler Hotel. Hotels closer to the city center can be preferred to hotels like Hotel Unlu. Facilities such as Koprulu Aydın Suits or Anemon Hotel Aydin can be selected for a more economical option.

Transportation

After reaching the center of Aydın, take a taxi to Kusadası and Köse districts. Once you reach one of the districts, you can easily get to the Davutlar and Guzelcamli districts by getting on the mini buses.

Those who will go with a private vehicle first go to Kusadası Yada Kose district and after passing through the province they can go to national park through Davutlar and Guzelcamli fields.

Cousin

You can findAegean food mainly for eating and drinking. The number of restaurants is quite high. You can even buy and consume fish in the national park.

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Rahmi Koç Museum

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General Information

The first important museum dedicated to the history of industry, transportation, industry and communication in Turkey opened in 1994 with the support of businessman RahmiKoç is RahmiKoç Museum.RahmiKoç Museum is located in the Hasköy district of Istanbul.RahmiKoç Museum has three main sections. The historic Lengerhanebuilding, the historic Hasköy shipyard and the open air exhibition area make up the mentioned three sections.

Places to Visit

There is an old type airplane positioned at the top of the entrance to the free parking lot of the RahmiKoç Museum, which is interwoven with the outdoor exhibition area. The name of the plane is Dakota and it can be entered. There is FenerbahceVaporetto towards the Golden Horn. The historic ferry that hosts several exhibitions also has a nostalgic café.

Historical trams, trains, and classical cars can be seen when the museum is part of the shipyard which is now used as an exhibition space.

There are many interactive experimental sets available to participate in the Color Mathematics World. The miniature houses that come after the part where the boats are located can be visited.

How to Go

RahmiKoç Museum is located in the Hasköy neighborhood on the northern bank of Golden Horn. You can reach to the museum by metrobus at Halıcıoğlu stop and then on foot. The Eyüp ferry, which departs from Üsküdar, is also visited by the RahmiKoç Museum.

Staying

Since the museum is in İstanbul, there will be no problem about finding a place to stay. Accommodation options vary from hostels to hotels and as budget too. There is a café called Demlik Café in the classic car gallery. At there you can enjoy sandwiches, coffee varieties, biscuits and brewed tea. Also there is Fenerbahçe Buffet in FenerbahçeVaporetto to fill your bellies. If you want to have a birthday party, the buffet has an extra service for it and you can have the information at the entry. Another option is having your meal at outside, in this case the Coca Cola Buffet is the best. 1934 model Dodge truck has been transformed into Coca-Cola buffet. If you want something from the French cuisine, Cafe Du Levant should be your spot. Anyway, if you want to have an spectacular dinner right next to Haliç, you should visit Halat.

History

In the Ottomans, the chain to the sea to stabilize the ship and Lenger to the diameter on the end was called Lengerhane. The history of this Ottoman Lengerhane, built on the foundations of a building built for other purposes during the Byzantine period, dates back to Sultan III.Ahmet.

The special history of the museum begins with the purchase of the historical Lengerhane building by Rahmi M. Koç Museum of Art in 1991. By the Foundation, Dr. After the restoration work carried out meticulously in the coordination of BülentBulgurlu, the museum was opened in December 1994.

Hasköy shipyard, located just opposite the lengerhane and restoration work was completed in 2001 and was included in the RahmiKoç Museum.

Cousin

Ankara tava

It is the first meal that comes to mind when Ankara dishes are called. Even the citizens are divided about how they are made. In some regions, rice is made from barley in some regions of rice. Another issue is whether the meat is bony rib meat or cut meat.

Olun koru

In fact, it’s a shame when you order food. It is prepared by putting roasted mince on the noodle. Whether you have opened yogurt or not, enjoy it.

Beypazarı’sgüvec

The Beypazarı mosque prepared specifically for the sultan of the period with its 500-year history is cooked in a stone fireplace for about 5 hours in a wood fire. The meat used in the casserole is taken from the animals that find their own food in the nature, not the feed. Made with lamb is distributed in the mouth.

Ankara Roll simit

In Izmir you want him to be crisp, Ankara’s is the best. In the morning you will taste the roasted taste when you eat it. It is brown as you know, not as yellow as bagels in Istanbul or Izmir, because it is made with real molasses, immersed in real pekmez.

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Temple of Artemis in Turkey

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General Information

Temple of Artemis (Greek: Artemision, Latin: Artemisium) is also known as the Temple of Diana. The temple, dedicated to the goddess Artemis, it was completed in 550 years. The temple was built entirely of marble. Only one or two pieces of marble are left behind today, which is considered one of the seven wonders of the world.

One of the interesting features of the temple was that it served as a bank. The priest Megabysos undertook such tasks as accepting precious items that were given to the temple or left as escort, and giving credit from the temple budget. There were also some privileges of the Temple of Artemis. The most important of these was that when he took refuge in the temple, he was recognized for his immunity as long as he stayed here. This caused many criminals to gather in the temple.

Excavations in the 19th century revealed the first temple. These excavations continued in the 20th century. Today Link: Although some of the columns belonging to the temple are exhibited in the British Museum, there is not much left over from the temple. Many copies of the statue of the Goddess Artemis, one of the sculptures in this temple, have reached today. The statue of the Goddess Artemis, BC A replica that was estimated to have been made between 117 and 138 is also on display at the Selçuk Archeology Museum today.

History of the Region

Artemis is in the known historic place Ephesus in Selçuk, İzmir. The first establishment of the ancient city of Ephesus within the boundaries of Selçuk District of İzmir was founded in BC. In 6000 years, it is descending to the Polished Stone Age called Neolithic Period. In recent years, researches and excavations have identified settlements belonging to the Bronze Ages and Hittites at Ayasuluk Hill where the mounds surrounding Ephesus (prehistoric hill settlements) and Castle are located. During the Hittites Period, the name of the city is Apasas. B.C. The port city of Ephesus, where immigrants from Greece began to live in 1050 BC in 560 the Temple of Artemis was moved around. Ephesus, who was visited today, was discovered by Lysimakhos, one of the generals of Alexander the Great. It was founded in 300 years. Ephesus, the most glorious period of the Hellenistic and Roman ages, was the capital and largest port city of the Asian state and had a population of 200,000.

Ephesus has been relocated in the Byzantine Period and came to Ayasuluk Hill in Selçuk for the first time. Ayasuluk, which was taken by Turks in 1330 and is the center of Aydınoğulları, began to shrink gradually from the 16th century. It was named Selçuk after the foundation of our Republic in 1923 and today it is a touristic place with a population of 30.000 people.

Ephesus, one of the most important centers of the ancient world, Throughout its history to the 4th century, it has always played an important role in the fields of civilization, science, culture and art.

Since Ephesus has been replaced many times throughout its history, remains are spread over a wide area. Spread over an area of approximately 8 km², excavation-restoration and editing works are carried out within these remains, which are open spaces.

Places to Visit

The places to visit besides Temple of Artemisare: VEDIUS GYMNASIUM, STADIUM, ACROPOLIS, BYZANTINE BREAKS, DOUBLE LOCKS, PORT BOARDS, ARKADIANA (Harbor Street), THEATER GYMNASIUMU, AGORA, THE HOUSE OF THE VIRGIN MARY.

Transportation

If you can go to Temple of Artemis by getting on a Selçuk minibus from Izmir Intercity Bus Terminal(İZOTAS) or getting on the Denizli train which departs from the Basmane Train Station in Alsancak and getting off at Selçuk Station.

Accommodation

İn İzmir there are many hotels and hostels to stay. The prices vary from 30$ to 250$ for a night. If you do not want to stay away from the Temple of Artemis, you can choose an accommodation in Selçuk. If you say that you want to stay near the sea and see the famous Cordon, you can choose an accommodation in Alsancak but do not forget that it will be more expensive. If you want to swim, Alaçatı, Çeşme and Mordoğan are the best choices, however trying to travel to Temple of Artemis will be more hard and tiring from these places.

Statistics of Touristic Visits

300 000 – 400 000 of people visiting Ephesus in a year. %85 them are foreigners.

What to Eat in Izmir

Since İzmir is a coastal city, sea foods in here is magnificent. Here are some tastes to eat in Izmir while travelling…

Boyoz and Tea Dish

Boyoz: Identified with İzmir, you can only taste here is the taste of the tribe İzmir is the first to come to mind. I recommend you to taste some kind of dough job.

Kumru: Kumru, a kind of sandwich, is one of the delights of Izmir. This sandwich is made by putting cheese, tomato and green pepper among bagels obtained from a little salty paste and is one of the favorite foods of İzmir.

Izmir meatball

İzmir Meatballs: İzmir meatballs spreading all over my country are the most popular and delicious tastes of İzmir cuisine. Be sure to taste this dish made with baked potatoes, tomatoes and peppers with meatballs.

Izmir Tulum Cheese

İzmir Tulum: İzmir Tulum which is unique from İzmir is indispensable for breakfast meals. It is very difficult to find it in other cities except İzmir.

Tarhana soup

Tarhana Soup: At the end of summer, flour, yoghurt, abundant tomatoes, red peppers, Izmir weeds are first cooked in boilers, then left in the shed, dried and hand-rubbed into flour, dried thoroughly and kept in winter. During cold winter days, it is cooked with meat juice and served with hot bread with fried bread. Tarhana is a very delicious, local high-value soup.

Keskek: It is especially known as a wedding and feast. It is offered to the guests at keskek weddings, which are formed by baking thoroughly in the large boilers and on the heavy wood fire with the sheep of soft wheat removed from the crumbs and smashed in stone stumps. Tinned copper on the scene is served on the desire to pour spicy and red pepper butter.

Touristic Statistics

Last years touristic statistics say that Izmir welcomes about 200 000 tourist per month during summer and spring and about 30 000 tourists during fall and winter.

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Yerebatan Cistern

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History

The Yerebatan Cistern, located in the middle of the Historical Peninsula, was built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinianus (527-565) in 542 AD to meet the water requirement of the Great Palace. Due to its splendor among the marble columns rising from the water, it is also referred to as the Yerebatan Palace by the public. It is reported that the name of Basilica (Basilica) passing in foreign sources comes from the Ilius Basilica near the cistern.

General Knowlegde and Folk Myths

Yerebatan Cistern is a giant building covering an area of 9.800 m2. There are 336 columns, each 9 meters high. These columns, which are erected at certain intervals, bring 12 rows to 28 rows, in each row. These columns rising in the water are reminiscent of a vast forest, and the visitor is not allowed to enter the cistern. The two Medusa heads used as bases under the two columns in the northwest corner of the square are one of the masterpieces of the Roman sculpture art. Many legends based on mythology about Medusa make this cistern even more mysterious. According to one myth, Medusa is one of the three Gorgons, the female monster of the underworld. Only these three sisters are Snake Medusa and have the power to turn their ministers into stones. At that time, it was thought that Medusa was placed here with the idea that the paintings and sculptures of Gorgona heads were put in order to protect the great structures and special places from evil. According to another custom, Medusa was a girl who boasted with black eyes, long hair and beautiful body. For a long time Zeus’s son loves Perseus. Meanwhile, Athene loves Perseus and envies Medusa. For this, Athene puts Medusa’s hair in terrible snakes. No matter whom Medusa looks at, no one can see the stone. After seeing him in this form, Perseus excitedly thinks that Medusa is enchanted, cuts his head, wins many battles by taking his head and turning his enemies into stones. After this fact, it is said that Medusa had been processed in the ancient Byzantine in reverse and sideways to the sword and the pillars.

Lounch Options at Istanbul

Baylan’s guppy, Hünkar’s ayvalı yahnisi, Bulgarian ski, Uskudar Kanaat Restaurant’s pot dishes, Yaşar Usta’s kavudan freeze, Zeynel’s chicken breast and winner, Karaköy Güllüoğlu’s baklava, Sarıyer Börekçisi’s pastry, The logic of Emek Mantı, The cake shop of Ağa Restaurant, Baby Abbas waffle, Loft’s fig-crushed profiterole, Restaurant’s red pepper soup, Hacı Abdullah’s composts, Develi’s chickpeas, Ziya’s pumped zucchini dessert, Travel Pastry’s hot chocolate, Yakup’s kibble salad, Taste of tripe, Set of fish chokoreci, Sling Stone’s Lie Down

Here are most delicious cousins of Istanbul.

Where to Stay in Istanbul

Arnavutköy, Avcılar, Bahcelievler, Bakirkoy, Başakşehir, Bayrampaşa, Besiktas, Beylikduzu, Beyoglu, Sarıyer, Silivri, Sultangazi, Beykoz, Çekmeköy, Kadikoy, Maltepe, Uskudar

These are places you can go also in Istanbul city where also Yerebatan Cistern is in…

How to Go

How to get there: Cistern is right next to the Hagia Sophia Museum. Those who want to reach can get to Cistern by taking a tram from Eminönü. You have to be in Sultanahmet stop, the cistern is located on Yerebatan street.If you want to reach Eminönü from the Anatolian side, it will be faster to go on the ferry. If you want to pass from Taksim to Eminönü you can go to the bus stop, but if you want to go walking, watching the sea and fishermen, you can reach Eminönü in twenty minutes on foot.

Touristic Statistics

Last two months of 2017 datas are represented here to you travelers:

JANUARY 1.170.333

FEBRUARY 1.240.633

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Taksim Square

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Taksim Square is one of the symbolic places of Istanbul. Taksim Square comes forward with its historical and political importance, hotels, cafe&restaurants, places of entertainment enclosing it. One of the rare inner city woodlands of Istanbul is also in Taksim.

The Name of Taksim Square

The name of the square comes from an infrastructure project realized in the Ottoman period. Sultan I Mahmud got a reservoir built to reach water to this area of Istanbul.Water lines were branchedoff in this place. Taksim means division or distribution. That’s why the name of the square was called as Taksim.

History of the Square

There was a free field in comparison with remaining part of Beyoğlu and there was not a building in the empty field. The first structure in this area was a reservoir known as Maksem. Second building in the square was TopçuKışlası, Taksim Military Barracks. It was built in 1780 during I Abdulhamid’s reign. Then Mecidiye Barracks, Gümüşsuyu Military Hospital, the building of Palace Orchestra were built in 19^th century. Thus, Taksim Square turned into a military area.

Beyoğlu was tied up with Şişli by tram in 1913 and the importance of Taksim Square increased.In 1920-30’s the backyard of Taksim Military Barracks was used as football field known as Taksim Stadium. During the modernization process of Taksim Square in 1940’s Taksim Millitary Barracks was pulled down and became a park: Taksim Gezi Park.

The symbolic monument of the square is Taksim Monument. It was built in 1925-1928 and symbolize Turkish War of Independence.

Taksim Square is a symbolic center for left wing of Turkey. That’s why all left wing trade unions want to celebrate 1 May here.

Touristic Importance of Taksim Square

Taksim Square is “heart” of the tourism of Istanbul. It is center of culture, entertainment and trade of the city. There are dozens of cinemas, theatres, exhibition halls, café, restaurant, club, hotels near the square. Millions of tourists visit Taksim Square every year.

Housing in Taksim Square

Taksim is the heart of accomadition sector in Istanbul. You can find dozens of hotels from cheaper to expencive. Besides it, you have chance to look for boutique hotels, hostels and daily rental houses.The best advantage of Taksim hotels is being in the center of Istanbul. To reach some historical places is very easy.

Food and Beverage in Taksim

There are many restaurants where you can find dishes from Turkish and world cuisine. You can aslo taste regional meals in restaurants like “Hatay Medeniyetler Sofrası”, “Klemuri” and etc. “Tarihi Pano Şaraphanesi” – Historical Pano Winery – is an authentic place and you can taste Assyrian wine here.

How Reach to Taksim Square?

You can use Hacıosman – Taksim metro line and have to get off at the last station. Most frequently used bus is 25 T. Taksim Square is the last stop of the bus. You have an opportunity of using metrobus. Getting off on the Mecidiyekoy stop, you can reach to the square on foot.

6 Aralık 2017 0 comment

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Hasankeyf

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South-easternpart of Turkey is famouswithitsspecific historical and geographical places. With its fascinating geographic features and 10 thousand years of history, Hasankeyf attracts thousands of domestic and foreign tourists.

10 Thousand Years of History

Hasankeyf is an historicalcounty placed in Batman district. The historical importance of the town came from its location. Hasankeyf was on the trade routes from Northern Mesopotamia to Anatolia. Moreover, due to Tigris River divides the town two parts, Hasankeyf became a great center for river trading. Because of its importance, the town faced the tragedy of occupation for many times.

Because of being in the border line between Sassanid and Byzantine Empires, Hasankeyf often changed hands. Nevertheless, the town remained as an important Christian trade center. Khalifa Omar’s army occupied Hasankeyf in 640 and after this date began islamisation process in the town. In 1102 Hasankeyf became the capital of Artuqids which ruled the south-eastern part of Anatolia from 1102 to 1409. Hasankeyf remained as the capital of Artuqids till 1232 and the period of two centuries were the most sumptuous years of the town.

After Mongol attacks Hasankeyf was blasted in 1260. Hasankeyf changed hand many times from 13^th to 16^th century and finally, became a part of Ottoman Empire in 1515. Because of Ottoman – Safavid wars during the first half of 17^th century, Hasankeyf lost its significance as a trade center, turned into the county of Mardin in 1867 and the county of Batman in 1990.

Archeological Sites and Historical Monuments

Great Palace, The Old Tigris Bridge, Süleyman Mosque, ZeynelBeyMasoleum and other church, palace and mosques wait visitors.

City of Caves

There are many rocky and caves around Hasankeyf and the name of the town come from an Arabic idiom “HıssınKeyf”, “City of Caves”. Hasankeyfcaveswere used as shelters in ancient times. That’s why, besides its historical importance, Hasankeyf is considerable tourism area with its geological characteristics.

Hotels in Hasankeyf

There aren’t many hotels in Hasankeyf. That’s why you have to make a reservation before your visit. You have also boutique hotel choices. Hasankeyf hotelprices are affordable.

Ilısu Dam and the Future of Hasankeyf

Story of Hasankeyf will be more harrowing. Hasankeyf will submerge because of Ilısu Dam which will serve for 50 years. Medium term economic plans destroy history of 10 thousand years.

How Reach to Hasankeyf?

Hasankeyf is situated in the distance of 49 km from Batman city center. Distance from Mardin is 109 km, from Midyat is about 45 km. Hasankeyf buses pull from bus terminals. Beside these, you can use service vehicles in airports.

Food and Beverage in Hasankeyf

Oily dishes of meat, pastry, regional soups form the cuisine of Hasankeyf. YolGeçen Hanı – a restaurant is in a natural cave – presents tasty foods and ravishing atmosphere. You can alsotaste regional dishes in Mardin or Midyat which are not far from Hasankeyf.

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WELCOME TO BEYAZIT SQUARE

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It was built in 393 during the reign of Theodosius 1, as the largest square in the city. A gigantic victory arch used to stand in the middle of the square which was called the Bull’s Square (Forum Tauri) because of the large bronze bull’s head there. There was a bronze statue of the emperor on the arch.Today, only a few marble blocks remain of the arch itself, but nothing remains of the monumental fountains which were to the North of the square. They used to be the largest fountains in the city then, and the Aqueduct of Valens used to supply water to them. The buildings of the University of Istanbul occupy the large courtyard on the grounds where the Conqueror had built a palace. The monumental gate and the tallest tower in the city, the Bayezid fire lookout tower, which stands in the gardens of the University, were built in the 19th century. The Bayezid Mosque and its complex (school and baths) are the main buildings around the square.

A BriefHistory of BeyazitSquare

BeyazitSquarewasalso used as a square in the Byzantine Era (Forum Tauri). When Fatih conquered İstanbul, he built the first palace in the area where the Istanbul University is located. The square has göne through various changes throughout history and survived up to the present. BeyazitSquarewascalled Forum Tauri (The Bull’s Square). The square, which has been changed in various aspects up to now, has great importance in terms of our political history. Thedistrict of Beyazit is wherethefirstOttoman palace was built. As in the Byzantine Era, the square kept its importance in the Ottoman era. The various buildings built here until the 19th century showthattheOldPalace in Beyazitwas not abandonedafter Topkapı Palace was finished. BeyazitSquaregained a new look and status in the 16th century when the külliye (social complex) was built here and various other edifices were added within this square. After the month of Ramadan, herds of sheep and other sacrificial animals were presented to Muslims for their Islamıc duties until the 18th century. Theimportance of BeyazitSquareincreasedmore in the Period of the Restoration of State (Tanzimat) and the Old Palace served as the headquarters )(Serasker Building) fort he new military formation. This was following the Vak’a-i Hayriyye (the “favorable event”) which lead to the abolishment of the former military force, the Janissaries, which had göne out of control of the Sultan. In 1866, the Seraskerat (the general staff) of Sultan Abdülaziz left its mark on the history on this square. It was mainly a social gathering area where political views were exchanged: therefore, Sultan Abdulhamid 2 prohibited political activities as part of his heavy censorship measures. After the announcement of the Constitutional Monarchy, this square was called by various names due to the important political events occurring there. The Serasker Building is presently the main building of Istanbul University.

Touristic Informations

BeyazitSquare is visited by nearly ninety million tourists every year. BeyazitSquare has somehistoricalplaces, likeBeyazitMosque, TheBeyazitTower, TheTurkishBath of Beyazit, Simkeşhane.

SomePlacesToVisit

BeyazitMosque

This mosque is considered to be a turning point of Ottoman architecture. A section of the külliye of the mosque, whose architecture is influenced by Hagia Sophia, is now used as the Museum of Turkish Foundation of Calligraphic Arts. The museum is a spectacular place where examples of the art of calligraphy as well as materials and tools used in calligraphy are exhibited. The coffee house under the famous old chestnut tree has maintained its fame throughout all history. Particularly on Sundays, there is a colorful bazaar around it.

TheBeyazitTower

The tower built in 1828 in the courtyard of Istanbul University was used as a watchtower by firemen. The first watchtower was built from wood and it burnt down during a fire, it was subsequently rebuilt of stone.The first palace after the conquest of Istanbul was built here but is hasn’t survived into present.

Simkeshane

This is the place where craftsmen processing silver and golden threads worked. It was formerly in theareawhereCorlulu Ali PasaMadrasahwaslocated and later on it wasmovedfromBeyazitto Aksaray. The first mint of Istanbul was inside Simkeşhane. Silver Ottoman coins used to be minted here. This building, which is also known as Simkeşhane Bazaar with the addition of a public fountain and school, wasbuilt as “Simkeshane-i Amire” in 1707 byUmmetulah Hatun, thefavoritewoman of

Third Sultan Ahmet. The building is presently used as the Istanbul Provincial Public Library of Orhan Kemal and the Library of Manuscripts.

TheTurkishBath Of Beyazit (Patrona Halil Bathhouse)

The bathhouse which might be seen at therightwhilewalkingfromBeyazitto Aksaray holdsgreat importance in the Ottoman history. The leader of the 1730 rebellion that ended the Tulip Era (the westernization attempt of the Ottoman Empire), Patrona Halil, was a masseur in this Turkish bathhouse. It has been since restored and used for cultural activities.

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Duden Waterfall

written by brain_737

General Information

One of the important promenade areas around Antalya is Dudenbaşı. Duden Waterfall and the picnic area around it attracts the attention of tourists, whether it is from outside or not. The pleasant coolness of visiting the waterfall on a hot day is attractive. The waterfall is 12 km from the city. It is in the north. Bus and minibus services are available.

Formation Process

Let’s take a look at the formation of the waterfall, and the promise is that this area is a great-endowed late geophysicist and cave. Two great karstic springs are found on the 28th and 30th km of old Antalya – Burdur line. These two fountains, named Kirkgozlerand Pinarbasi, have as much water as the two rivers unite after a short run and the water in a small tea consumption disappears in the Mustache Duden. Duden is called the water-sucking hole, which attracts water in our country. Some of the drops are so big that a huge river can swallow the lake.

The water lost from the Whiskered Duden is 14 km. Varsak comes out of one end of the pit and sinks again after a very short flow. The water lost in Varsak comes back to the ground in Dudenbaşı after 2 km of subterranean flow. This water is suddenly falling down in Dudenbaşı, in a river with a siphon. The water flowing from the waterfall is sudden coming from the Kepez hydroelectric power plant. After Dudenbaşı, Duden Stream, which is very dispersed and divided into many branches, is finally 40 m to the east of Antalya. The height of the travertines falls from the threshold to the Mediterranean by making a waterfall.

Touristic Places Around

Dudenbaşı’s pleasure is not just a waterfall. A narrow staircase leads you through the cave and the surrounding greenery. Do not forget to take your camera. In the future you will see restaurants on both sides of the sea. However, in order to get here, it is necessary to go parallel to the place, leaving the entrance of the park and turning to the right. Our recommendation is to visit the park first. If you go to the right after you leave Duden Waterfall and the park, a nature covered with forested areas is waiting for you in the future. This road leads you to the lovely villages of Antalya. Along the way there are areas used as picnic areas. It’s hard to find places around here in the summer months. People usually sit at the edge of the creek and even try to get in and cool off. Way too far ahead, after a couple of kisses, he goes to the oval and the mountains.

How to get to Duden Waterfall?

Duden Waterfall is 12.3 km away from the city center. It takes about 24 minutes by private car. To reach Duden Waterfall by public transportation, you can use Antalya City buses. In the Duden Waterfall park area you will find places to eat and drink buffets, souvenir shops, photographic equipment, books.

Where to Stay

When you visit Duden Waterfall you can stay in apart hotels and pensions in Kepez.

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