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I want to stand at the junction of the Eurasian continent to appreciate the prosperity of the crossroads of the world; I want to sail on the Bosphorus to feel the intertwined winds of the Mediterranean and the Black Sea; I want to stroll through the old streets and alleys, palaces and churches to retrace the rise and fall of the ancient empire; I want to stand on the rugged surface of Cappadocia to witness the romance of a hot air balloon slowly rising into the sky.
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Turkey boasts a unique geographical location: connecting Asia and Europe, nestled between mountains and the sea, bordering both the Mediterranean and the Black Sea, straddling both continents. Such a land is inherently rich in stories. It possesses both ancient and youthful charm. Its unique location and pleasant climate make Turkey a paradise for travelers. Modern architecture of varying shapes, the majestic minarets of mosques, bridges spanning the Bosphorus Strait, the ruins of Troy from Homer's epic poem, the world-famous wonder of Cappadocia, the birdwatching mecca of Lake Kush, the beautiful Yalova Hot Springs... Turkey's captivating natural scenery and rich cultural heritage have earned it the reputation of a "tourist paradise."
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Istanbul is divided into two parts by the Bosphorus Strait. The east bank of the strait belongs to Asia and is the Asian side of Istanbul (hereinafter referred to as the Asian side); the west bank belongs to Europe and is the European side of Istanbul (hereinafter referred to as the European side).
The entire Istanbul (old Constantinople) is centered on the old city of the Golden Horn, and develops westward along the flat southern coast of the Sea of Marmara, while also extending across the strait to the Asian region.
The European region has a long history and profound cultural heritage. A large number of historical buildings and world-famous attractions are gathered in the European region. In addition, the urban development process in the European region is relatively fast. The entire city has a population of nearly 16 million, and more than 70% of the population lives in the European region. This makes the European region far ahead in public transportation, urban facilities, and economic development.
When you walk through the streets of Istanbul, you feel at ease. You see people of all colors, ideologies, and religions living side by side. From veiled women and girls to men, they are everywhere: on the streets, in the subway, and in the malls.
Beyond that, you'll find plenty of handsome boys and girls with completely different perspectives and multifaceted looks, but without any heavy gazes or unusual confrontations. You'll also find ample space for a variety of beliefs, lifestyles, thoughts, and styles.
In Istanbul, the feeling of freedom and calm makes you happy and full of energy.
This is undoubtedly a magnificent church. The massive dome and four towering minarets loom large before us, creating a visually stunning experience. Passing through two heavy doors, we entered the main hall. Decorated in yellow and black, the hall's massive dome, exquisite mosaic murals, and delicate stained-glass windows are all breathtaking.
Elegant chandeliers hang above the church, emitting a warm and soft light that illuminates the hearts of every pilgrim who comes here. The power of love and kindness spreads here.
Built in 532 AD, Hagia Sophia was said to be the largest church building in the world at the time, boasting 16 tons of gold used in its interior decoration alone. In 1453, the Ottoman Empire conquered Constantinople, and this thousand-year-old Christian church was completely transformed into a mosque, with four Islamic-style minarets surrounding it. It is the only church in the world to have undergone a complete transformation of its faith.
Cappadocia is a real-life fairytale. Cappadocia is world-renowned for Turkey's hot air balloons. But beyond the balloons themselves, Cappadocia is also a real-life fairytale. Whether it's early morning or dusk, when the lights are on, it's like a dream. The houses, built along the hillsides of the Kashgar landscape, feel like stepping into a real-life fairytale.
Beneath Cappadocia's shattered surface, an equally vast wonder has lain hidden for centuries; a subterranean city capable of concealing the movements of up to 20,000 residents for months at a time.
In secular Turkey, Konya is the most conservative region, where women wearing black robes and headscarves are noticeably more common on the streets. Konya's most renowned museum, the Mevlana Museum, is actually a mosque. The Mevlana Mosque is named after Mevlana, a great scholar and saint in Turkish history. Mevlana is a figure in Turkey, similar to Confucius, who founded Sufism, an offshoot of Sunni Islam.
The Mevlana Mosque is not just an ordinary mosque, but also a museum commemorating Mevlana. It has a rich collection of Islamic cultural relics and is an important pilgrimage site for local Muslims.
The museum houses a collection of the Quran from various periods and materials, many of which are rare and unique copies.
Entering the hall, you can see Arabic everywhere. The beautiful and exquisite dome has exquisite patterns and chandeliers. The windows display the world's largest and smallest Qurans, which are 800 years old and well preserved.
The most special thing is that there is a box containing a beard of the Prophet Muhammad. People circumambulate the box seven times, once to pay homage and twice to pray for peace and happiness.
Fethiye is close to the Mediterranean Sea and has the most famous natural bathing beaches and seaside resorts in the southeast.
Sailing yachts reflect the setting sun, the long coastline curves into a wide bay just before the beach, the tranquil sea sparkles, the blue sky and white clouds blend together, and the sea and sky merge into one. Such beauty is just an everyday feature of Fethiye.
Pamukkale (Cotton Castle) is a stunning attraction in Turkey, also known as Pamukkale.
It is located in the southwest of Dembur Plain, about 240 kilometers from the famous Turkish city of Izmir, and is one of Türkiye's most unique and fascinating natural wonders.
Pamukkale is renowned for its beautiful mineral deposits and open-air hot springs. Pamukkale's stunning landscape was formed over thousands of years by deposits of hot spring water on the hillsides. The waters are rich in minerals such as calcium carbonate and gypsum.
When the hot spring water flows through the hillside, due to changes in temperature and evaporation of water, the minerals in the water gradually settle down, forming layers of white mineral steps, just like covered with cotton, hence the name Pamukkale.
These white mineral steps create a spectacular spectacle, resembling a vast natural staircase, stretching for hundreds of meters and approximately 60 meters wide. From a distance, Pamukkale resembles a snow-white castle, gleaming in the sun's dazzling light, a breathtaking sight. When the sun shines on the mineral steps, the water forms numerous turquoise pools, reflecting a captivating light that is truly captivating.
The discovery of the ruins of the ancient city of Ephesus originated from the excavation of the site by Wood and the British Museum in 1863. In 1869, they cleared out the pillars of the Temple of Artemis (now in the British Museum). After years of excavation work by archaeologists, it was finally confirmed that this was the site of the famous city of Ephesus mentioned in the Bible.
The library was built according to the principles of Vitruvius (ancient Roman royal architect and engineer). It is built on 9 steps that are the same width as the building. The building is divided into three floors and is supported by Ionic/Corinthian mixed columns, with 8 columns on the upper and lower floors. The library faces east to facilitate lighting.
Four goddess statues were placed in the upper and lower niches of the exterior wall. The upper statues no longer exist, but the lower ones are replicas of the originals, which are housed in the Vienna Museum in Austria. Facing the library, from left to right, the four goddesses are: Sophia, goddess of wisdom; Arete, goddess of virtue; Enoia, goddess of fate; and Episteme, goddess of science.
"I'm photographer Pickup Truck Zhou, WeChat: zcshanghai8. I love traveling and humanistic photography. I've been to 21 provinces in China and 29 countries. In my opinion, photography is created with the shutter and with footsteps. So in my opinion, every photo should have its own story, and this is my story." I look forward to discovering different stories with you!
