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Wednesday, 24 January 2018
The healing waters of Pamukkale have been used as a treatment center since the ancient times. Tourists are able to swim in the pools in which lie in the remains of the ancient city of Hierapolis. Skiing is the first choice for many during the winter holidays, but this year, take a dip in Turkey’s miracle thermal springs that have offered cures to people since the ancient times.
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Thursday, 11 January 2018
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Thursday, 4 January 2018
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Saturday, 23 December 2017
Friday, 15 December 2017
When to Visit Istanbul for a City Trip or Holiday?
My favorite times to visit Istanbul are spring and fall. During those months, the climate is ideal. Does this mean that you shouldn’t plan an Istanbul city trip or holiday during summer or winter? Of course not! Istanbul is nice throughout the year, but every season has its pros and cons. Let me give you an overview, so you can pick the season that best suits your needs or expectations.
Spring
While the astrological spring starts on March 21, in Istanbul spring generally starts somewhere mid-April. The weather becomes warm during the day and pleasantly cool at night, while rain showers are getting rare. You can expect average high temperatures between 18 C (65 F) and 27 C (81 F).Another advantage of visiting Istanbul during spring is that you can witness the awakening of the city and Mother Nature. The city becomes more vivid (with the reopening of the terraces) and colourful (with the blossoms of the flowers in general, and the famous tulips in particular).
While the astrological spring starts on March 21, in Istanbul spring generally starts somewhere mid-April. The weather becomes warm during the day and pleasantly cool at night, while rain showers are getting rare. You can expect average high temperatures between 18 C (65 F) and 27 C (81 F).Another advantage of visiting Istanbul during spring is that you can witness the awakening of the city and Mother Nature. The city becomes more vivid (with the reopening of the terraces) and colourful (with the blossoms of the flowers in general, and the famous tulips in particular).
Summer
Summer, from mid-July to mid-September, is hot and often humid. Average daily highs are around 28 C (80 F), with especially in August peaks over 30 C (82 F). While most Istanbulites escape the summer heat and head for the islands or the coasts, the summer months see a huge influx of tourists. Expect longer queues and take the necessary precautions to protect yourself from the sun (and air-conditioners). The biggest advantage this season has to offer is the ideal Bosphorus cruise conditions.
Summer, from mid-July to mid-September, is hot and often humid. Average daily highs are around 28 C (80 F), with especially in August peaks over 30 C (82 F). While most Istanbulites escape the summer heat and head for the islands or the coasts, the summer months see a huge influx of tourists. Expect longer queues and take the necessary precautions to protect yourself from the sun (and air-conditioners). The biggest advantage this season has to offer is the ideal Bosphorus cruise conditions.
Fall (Autumn)
Fall or autumn lasts until the end of October, sometimes even mid-November. Temperatures are most of the time back to human levels (23 C or 70 F), but be prepared for surprises! One day can be hot and dry, while the next can be much cooler (15 C or 60 F) with short but intense rain showers. All in all, together with spring it’s my favorite season to visit Istanbul.
Fall or autumn lasts until the end of October, sometimes even mid-November. Temperatures are most of the time back to human levels (23 C or 70 F), but be prepared for surprises! One day can be hot and dry, while the next can be much cooler (15 C or 60 F) with short but intense rain showers. All in all, together with spring it’s my favorite season to visit Istanbul.
Winter
Winters are cold, with average day temperatures between 8 C (48 F) and 12 C (54 F). Snow showers are rare, but it rains frequently. Now I can hear you think, “So, what are the advantages then?” Well, you can enjoy reduced hotel prices, visit all the tourist attractions much more relaxed, and experience the year-end celebrations and decorations.
Winters are cold, with average day temperatures between 8 C (48 F) and 12 C (54 F). Snow showers are rare, but it rains frequently. Now I can hear you think, “So, what are the advantages then?” Well, you can enjoy reduced hotel prices, visit all the tourist attractions much more relaxed, and experience the year-end celebrations and decorations.
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Wednesday, 22 November 2017
Santa Claus's tomb may have been uncovered beneath Turkish church:
Turkish archaeologists have dashed the hopes of millions of children by claiming to have uncovered the likely burial place of Saint Nicholas.
Surveys have uncovered an intact temple and burial grounds below St Nicholas church in the province of Antalya, where he is believed to have been born, archaeologists told the Turkish newspaper Hurriyet.
“We have obtained very good results, but the real work starts now,” said Cemil Karabayram, the director of surveying and monuments in Antalya. “We will reach the ground and maybe we will find the untouched body of Saint Nicholas.”
Revered for his gift-giving and aid to the poor, the 4th-century saint gave rise to the legend of Santa Claus.
In recent years, the church in Demre district in Antalya, near his birthplace, has been restored and draws many visitors. Demre is built on the ruins of Myra, the city where Saint Nicholas, revered by many denominations in Christianity, is believed to have lived.
It had been thought that the remains of Saint Nicholas were transferred from Demre by sailors who smuggled them to the city of Bari in Italy, where the St Nicholas Basilica still stands.
According to that version of events, the remains of Saint Nicholas were transferred to Bari as parts of the Byzantine empire in modern-day Turkey fell to Muslim invaders around the First Crusade, 700 years after his death. Venice also competed to host his body and today contains relics belonging to the saint.
Based on documents obtained from the area, Turkish archaeologists now believe the remains belonged to a local priest rather than the saint, whose body may still be within the temple complex. The theft probably took place after the church was burned down and was being restored.
The archaeologists recently began the fresh surveys, discovering the temple below the modern church using ground-penetrating radars. They said the temple was almost intact but inaccessible due to the presence of stone reliefs and mosaics that needed to be preserved.
Excavation work will allow scholars to access the temple grounds below the church to determine whether it still holds Nicholas’s body.
The saint’s fabled gift-giving gave rise to the legend of Sinterklaas in the Netherlands, which morphed into Santa Claus and was popularised in the US by Dutch immigrants to the colonies.
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Turkish archaeologists have dashed the hopes of millions of children by claiming to have uncovered the likely burial place of Saint Nicholas.
Surveys have uncovered an intact temple and burial grounds below St Nicholas church in the province of Antalya, where he is believed to have been born, archaeologists told the Turkish newspaper Hurriyet.
“We have obtained very good results, but the real work starts now,” said Cemil Karabayram, the director of surveying and monuments in Antalya. “We will reach the ground and maybe we will find the untouched body of Saint Nicholas.”
Revered for his gift-giving and aid to the poor, the 4th-century saint gave rise to the legend of Santa Claus.
In recent years, the church in Demre district in Antalya, near his birthplace, has been restored and draws many visitors. Demre is built on the ruins of Myra, the city where Saint Nicholas, revered by many denominations in Christianity, is believed to have lived.
It had been thought that the remains of Saint Nicholas were transferred from Demre by sailors who smuggled them to the city of Bari in Italy, where the St Nicholas Basilica still stands.
According to that version of events, the remains of Saint Nicholas were transferred to Bari as parts of the Byzantine empire in modern-day Turkey fell to Muslim invaders around the First Crusade, 700 years after his death. Venice also competed to host his body and today contains relics belonging to the saint.
Based on documents obtained from the area, Turkish archaeologists now believe the remains belonged to a local priest rather than the saint, whose body may still be within the temple complex. The theft probably took place after the church was burned down and was being restored.
The archaeologists recently began the fresh surveys, discovering the temple below the modern church using ground-penetrating radars. They said the temple was almost intact but inaccessible due to the presence of stone reliefs and mosaics that needed to be preserved.
Excavation work will allow scholars to access the temple grounds below the church to determine whether it still holds Nicholas’s body.
The saint’s fabled gift-giving gave rise to the legend of Sinterklaas in the Netherlands, which morphed into Santa Claus and was popularised in the US by Dutch immigrants to the colonies.
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Friday, 27 October 2017
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