Emma Calley

Everything you need to know before you visit Turkey

Intrepid Group. 

As far as rich and diverse histories go, it’s no surprise that Turkey is one of the world’s most vibrant and exciting melting pots of culture.

The country is nestled between AsiaEurope and the Middle East and Istanbul is the only city in the world that straddles two continents. Asia Minor or Anatolia has been home to many significant historical groups throughout history; from the Hittites to the Greeks, Romans to the Byzantines and Ottomans. And, almost every town you visit in the expansive country will be home to the ancient ruins of one dynasty or another

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