Holy Cross Cathedral on Akdamar Island in Turkey

Akdamar Island (Akdamar Adası) is the second largest island in Lake Van, located in Eastern Anatolia. It’s home to a historic 10th century Armenian cathedral.

Tomb of Veysel Karani in Veyselkarani, Turkey

Veyselkarani, also known as Ziyaret, is a small town in the Siirt province of Turkey. There’s no real reason to visit unless you want to see the tomb…

Courtyard of Hasan Pasha Han in Diyarbakır, Turkey

Diyarbakır is a fascinating city in Southeastern Anatolia. It’s the largest Kurdish majority city in Turkey and has a lot of interesting sites for visitors.

Taksim Square in Istanbul, Turkey

Taksim Square (Taksim Meydanı) is the heart of the modern city of Istanbul, Turkey. It’s located in the Beyoğlu district and is a major transportation hub.

City Lines ferry terminal at Kabataş, Istanbul, Turkey

Most visitors in Istanbul will pass through Kabataş at one point or another. It’s a busy transportation hub located between Fındıklı and Dolmabahçe. There’s not much to see in…

A lively street in Karaköy, Istanbul, Turkey

Karaköy is an important neighborhood in the Beyoğlu district of Istanbul. It’s a busy transportation and tourist hub with a handful of interesting minor attractions and some good…