Marmara Region

Found the venue of the Council of Nicea?

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Found the venue of the Council of Nicea?

We had just put the article on "Isnik - the ancient Byzantine Nikaia" online when we were surprised by the news that Turkish researchers probably discovered the actual meeting place of the first Christian Council of Nicaea with the help of aerial photographs.

İznik- the ancient Byzantine Nikaia

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İznik- the ancient Byzantine Nikaia

On the way from Bursa towards Eskesehir we had made a short stopover on the D 200 near Inegöl for lunch in one of the many restaurants along the road.

History of the media-heavy Taksim Square in Istanbul

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History of the media-heavy Taksim Square in Istanbul

A little bit of history about Taksim Square in Istanbul, which has once again attracted a great deal of attention from the media. Taksim Square in Istanbul has always been considered the city's most important transport hub.

Istanbul: Will the idea of Pliny Canal become reality after all?

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Istanbul: Will the idea of Pliny Canal become reality after all?

The ancient Romans first had the idea of building a bypass next to the Bosphorus, which connects the Mediterranean Sea with the Black Sea through the strait near Istanbul, which would reduce the high load on the strait from shipping traffic.

Maiden's Tower of Istanbul "Kız kulesi"

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Maiden's Tower of Istanbul

For almost every traveler it is a must, the Maiden's Tower or as the locals say "Kız kulesi", the Maiden's Tower, because who does not at least know pictures of the old lighthouse from the 18th century, which has become one of the symbols of Istanbul.

Old historic Istanbul - enjoying sunset in Eminönü

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Old historic Istanbul - enjoying sunset in Eminönü

How one imagines Istanbul in one's dreams: Sunrise over the Bosphorus. The yellowish light is reflected in the water of the Golden Horn, which divides the new and old parts of Istanbul in the Eminonu district.

Byzantine Hagia Sophia - Anthemios & Isodorus

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Byzantine Hagia Sophia - Anthemios & Isodorus

Dating from Byzantine times, the huge architectural monument of Hagia Sophia, also known as the "Great Cathedral", was commissioned by Emperor Justinian I to have been built.

Basilica Cistern - Sunken Palace Istanbul

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Basilica Cistern - Sunken Palace Istanbul

The sunken place in Istanbul has a story which is told over the sounds of water. One of the charming constructions left from the Byzantine era is the Basilica Cistern located at Sultanahmet Square in old Istanbul across the street from Hagia Sophia.

Istanbul Circuit: Superbiker Marco Melandri knows the course

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Istanbul Circuit: Superbiker Marco Melandri knows the course

Repeated discussions about the use of the Istanbul Circuit by Formula 1 between the Turkish government as the guarantor and organizer Bernie Ecclestone have not exactly contributed to the positive publicity of the circuit in recent months.

Bursa at Uludag Mountain - short history!

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Bursa - at Uludag Mountains

Bursa, the fourth biggest town of Turkey and capital of the district of Bursa in the western part of Turkey, now has 1.6 million inhabitants. About 90 kilometres from Istanbul, and at the foot of the Uludağ, this fast growing town has all that modern towns can offer.

Uludag - National Park next to Bursa!

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Uludag - Nationalpark

The nature reserve of the National Park next to Bursa stretches all along the southern slopes of the Ulu Dag Mountains next to Bursa. Depending on the height of between 500 and 2500 metres, there are 4 different types of vegetation.Read More

An Amethyst Mine in the mountains of Dursunbey

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An Amethyst Mine in the mountains of Dursunbey

We were following the main road from Dursunbey to the right towards Beyel, continued to the fire station that brought us to about 800 meters above sea level in its park-like grounds, to the Dursunbey river and to the imposing canyons and on the way back to the local Amethyst Mine.

Open air Stalactite formations at Dursunbey Cayi

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Open air Stalactite formations at Dursunbey Cayi

During our exploration along the Dursunbey Cayi, we came across a small stream which was to pass by car before we could reach into a rich, green lawn that was used by backpack hikers traveling with a tent during these days.

Our Trip to Istanbul - Dolmabahçe Palace

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Unsere Reise durch die Metropole

İstanbul is the biggest city in Turkey and the most popular due to its geographical location. To the south stretches the Marmara Sea, strewn with islands, and to the north is the Black Sea.

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