Journeys of July 9: Turkey

Turkey is right in between Europe and Asia and has such a mix of cultures, as can be seen by its famous landmarks.

Starting off with one of the most famous landmarks, the Hagia Sofia


http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-turkey/

There are many famous mosques in Turkey. One of the more popular tourist destinations is the Blue Mosque.


http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-turkey/

There are also quite a few popular ruins to see here. The Library of Celsus:


http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-turkey/

And there is also the remains of the Temple of Artemis.

The Pammukkale, or "cotton castle", is such a cool landscape.


http://www.touropia.com/tourist-attractions-in-turkey/

The Golden Horn, an famous inlet that brings back memories of AP World History...


http://www.turkeytravelresource.com/-golden-horn-view-45-guide.html

And a stop by the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul for some shopping.


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*Note: I do NOT own any of these pictures. The URL under each picture will take you to the page where I got it from.