Hi, thank you for visiting.
I travelled to Turkey from 20 - 30 April 2005 specifically to attend the Dawn Service at Gallipoli on 25th April, the 90th Anniversary of the ANZAC and Allied Forces landing there in 1915.
I also discovered an all-too-brief insight into a wonderful country, friendly people, and a history simultaneously ancient and modern. These are just a few of my photos from Istanbul, Gallipoli and Ephesus along the western coastline of Turkey. I am adding more articles and photos during the next few weeks.
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First View of Istanbul
On approach to Istanbul airport from the north on the morning of 21st...
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Istanbul Skyline
The view from my balcony at the Agkun Hotel. The distant Mosque dominates the...
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Ancient Aquaduct of Valens
The ancient Aquaduct of Valens still stands right through the centre of...
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Dolmabahce Palace
Dolmabahce Palace is one of many examples of fine architecture built...
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Galatasaray University
This former palace is now in good use as Galatasaray University,...
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Istanbul Old &New
The older Dolmabahce Mosque in the foreground and the newer Ritz...
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Istanbul Housing, As Is, Where Is
According to local regulations, where a property on the shore of the...
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Istanbul Architecture
This hillside has everything... the modern villas high on the hill, then the...
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Rumeli Fortress
Near the top of the Bosphorus is a 500 year old fortess built to protect the...
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Bosphorus University
The former fortress is now Bosphorus University, no doubt an inspiring...
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Simit Man
Around Istanbul there a many people selling a barrow or trolley of...
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Blue Mosque - dome & tiles
Inside the Blue Mosque, the arches, domes and tiled walls are stunning...
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Blue Mosque tiles
On the upper level of the Blue Mosque, the walls are covered with exquisite,...
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Blue Mosque
From the outside, the Blue Mosque is an imposing building with tall minarets,...
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The Tourism Police
In this fascinating city of over 16 million people, it's good to...
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Hagia Sofia Ceiling
The Hagia Sofia is now a religious museum. It was built in 530s AD and...
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Bazaar Shop
This is one of hundreds of shops in Istanbul in marketplaces around the city,...
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Topkapi Palace Entry
Topkapi Palace was the administrative centre of the Ottoman empire for...
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Inside Topkapi Palace
There are numerous buildings inside Topkapi, each is an amazing piece of...
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All That Glitters...
The ornate designs and intricate work of a bygone era are on display...
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