Balkanatolia Blog: August 2009

Alex and Vasso's Appartments, Serifos

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Serifos is one of the finest and most genuine in Cycladic islands. Plenty of sandy beaches, old town on top of a steep rock, a cute small harbour full of fishermen boats and a healthy dry climate with more than 300 sunshine days per year make this unspoilt dry island the ideal place for individual travelers. with turqoise clear waters, a superb authentical

You will not find even one big all-inclusive hotel at Serifos, just a handful of 3 star hotels and some 50 simple pensions, most of them self-catering studios. So be aware of coming to Serifos in high season without having made a reservation in advance. Especially August needs booking months before.

We recommend to our Balkanatolia guests Alex and Vasso's Appartments because they are outstanding among all other accommodations there: situated in a green shadowy garden sandy beach, there are 5 cute island-style houses with studios or appartments inside. Vasso and Alexandros are typical island people, warmhearted and full of hospitality. Their small restaurant serves tasty sea-food specialties and classical greek cuisine. You do not even need a car there - Serifos harbour is just a ten-minute walk from here. with big trees (which you can hardly find at another point of this treeless island), 5 meters from a superb

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Blue Mansion, Muğla Old Town

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If you love to experience the atmosphere of a genuine old Ottoman mansion, you should stay at the BLUE MANSION in historical centre of Muğla which is less than one hour drive from crowdy Marmaris.

The owners of Blue Mansion are a charming German couple who have restored this wonderful old house in a professional way and they will be happy to explain you anything you would like to learn about architecture and how people used to live here in older times. Older locals call Blue Mansion "greek house" because of its intensive colours and this makes us remember that this region used to be inhabited by Turks and Greeks.

The owners' hospitality is great. As Muğla is situated at an altitude of 600 metres, summer nights are not hot here (like in nearby coastal towns) but warm and romantic. Sitting on the atmospheric wooden balcony and watching the stars will make you forget the stress of modern urban life, having the tasty breakfast in the wonderful green courtyard and then walking through the streets of old Muğla will give you an impression of true Turkey and will make your stay unforgettable.

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Öztürk Pension, Olympos

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Since Stanley Kubrick's "Odyssey in Space" Olympos is a mythic place among nature lovers, backpackers and all kinds of adventure-addicted people from the whole world.

Olympos has everything romantic souls are looking for: an extraordinary nature beach, ancient ruins, situated in a steep valley full of wild vegetation, scenic mountains everywhere. Due to this marvellous environment, "Downtown"-Olympos with its famous tree-houses in summer sometimes can be at bit crowdy and noisy. without big concrete buildings, a small river among

Öztürk Pension is just 1 km from all that, and it is a small paradise. Mrs. Öztürk, a teacher in Ankara, is a charming lady which lets her guests feel what Turkish hospitality means. Together with her husband, she has created a half-dozen woulden bungalows with ensuite showers, all of them air-conditioned. Mrs. Öztürk prepares tasty dinners and barbeques under a wonderful mediterranean sky with millions of stars.

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Baris Pension, Çırali

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Please dont't tell this to too many people: Çıralı for insiders has the best beach of whole Turkish Mediterranean coast. Thanks to its position inside the Tahtalı National Park you won't find any big hotel and even the small pensions are situated discretely under trees and in green gardens.

Çıralı is one of the last ecologic paradises at Mediterranean and an important biotop for Caretta Turtles. Landscape, sea, beach, flora and fauna, culture (Ancient Olympos) here are of incredible beauty... This is how Turkish coast must have been before Antalya, Side, Alanya and others became crowdy tourist spots. If swimming, relaxing in green gardens among hen and enjoying fresh fish are not enough for you, you should go for a walk to nearby Olympos, situated in a scenic gorge, or to Yanartaş - the Eternal Flames.

Among numerous small pensions at Çıralı we preferred BARIŞ PENSION for its cute bungalows (preferably upper wooden floor!), its superb tropical garden and its friendly, relaxed hosts.

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We've moved here!

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Dear visitors and followers of Balkanatolia and ex-Balkanatolia Blog,

Because of some technical problems and thanks to our own decisions, we have moved Balkanatolia Blog to its new domain. I hope you will keep following us.

Have a nice day and enjoy the new site ;)

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Kervansaray Nemrut, Kahta

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Nemrut hosts a beautiful landscape as much as the history itself

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Mythic Mount Nemrut, 2206 metres high, close to Euphrates River, is a well-known sight-seeing place in Eastern Turkey. Most tourists stay at one of the concrete hotels in Kahta town. Kervansaray Hotel is different and much more romantic. It is the nearest to the summit of the famous tumulus. Hotel Kervansaray is therefore the perfect starting point for the last 8 kilometres to the top of the monument.

The Hotel provides you the opportunity to experience the hospitality of the local people and will make you feel at home. It has only 30 beds. Due to this small scale, it can offer its guests the maximum attention. Each room has an ensuite bathroom with hot and cold running water and the rooms are clean and neat. In addition, there is a swimming pool which gives you a chance to relax. Next to the hotel is a small camping site. You can sleep under a clear sky with thousands of stars which will guide you through the night.

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Harran Beehive Houses

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This is where you can sleep and try to count the stars.

This is one of our most exotic accommodations! And it shows how rich Turkey is in terms of culture: Harran (ancient Carrhae) in the vast plains of Northern Mesopotamia, one of the oldest towns of mankind, the place where Abraham lived before he reached Canaan, where Adam and Eve set foot after they were expelled from the Garden of Eden is a valuable archaeological site. Except several Roman monuments, Harran is famous for its ruins of the first Islamic University in the World with the stunning minaret of an old mosque.Contemporary Harran is a poor village in south of Şanlıurfa, not even 10 km from the Syrian border, inhabited by ethnic Arabs with long-established traditions. Typically families consist of 10-15 children. Local women are tattoed and closed in traditional Bedouin clothes.

By the late 1980s the large plain of Harran had fallen into disuse as the streams of Cüllab and Deysan, its original water-supply had dried up. But the plain is irrigated by the recent Southeastern Anatolia Project (GAP) and is becoming green again. Cotton and rice can now be grown.

Harran’s best are its traditional beehive houses, constructed entirely without wood. The design of these makes them cool inside (essential in this part of the world) and is thought to have been unchanged for at least 3,000 years. Some of them offer basic accommodation, we chose the best of them for you. If you come in hot spring, summer or autumn, you should sleep in the wooden bed in the courtyard, under a night sky which has more stars here than at any other place you have been before...

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Bukla Auberge, Ayder, Çamlıhemşin

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Ayder is one of the best places for escapers

Is this Switzerland or Austria? - No, it is a wonderful unspoilt Alpine region in deep northwestern Turkey.

Çamlıhemşin area is known for its steep mountains, deep forests and green yaylas (pastures), a paradise for mountaineers and nature lovers. Ayder is situated at 1300 m above sea level and its thermal springs are just 500 km away, Black Sea coast is just a 1,5 hours drive from here and that is not really so far for the escapers.

We chose Bukla Auberge for you because we think it is one of the best accommodations around here (it is arguably the best hotel in Kackar Mountains National Park). Rooms are completely wooden and beds will make you feel warm in cold mountain nights. We believe you will relax by watching the waterfall right across the hotel and feel lucky to be among the rare people who can enjoy such moments.

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Artuklu Caravanserai, Mardin

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Artuklu is one of the best in eastern Turkey

Imagine a relaxing room with the view of Mesopotamia, the land between the rivers of Tigris and Euphrates. That's what Artuklu Caravanserai basically offers you. The 800-year old hotel building dates back to Artukids who ruled Eastern Anatolia and northern parts of Mesopotamia between 12th and 14th centuries.

This architectural monument, which has been restored, will bring the old hospitality and times back to modern life. We think that comfort meets history in this caravensarai. With jakuzis, hair dryers, air-conditioner and orthopedic beds will make you relax as much as you need. In the meantime, you will experience the advantage of being in the old town.

We believe that Mardin is one of the best cities to accomodate in Southeastern Turkey. Well-known for its Arab-style skirt of a rocky mountain, the city offers a look on plains of northern Syria. Besides, you will find a mixed population of Turks, Assyrians (Syriacs), Arabs and Kurds as well as a minor community of Armenians. Hospitality of people in this region and at your hotel will make you visit these lands again as soon as you leave here. buildings on the

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Kale Konak, Cappadocia

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A breathtaking view of Cappadocia and Mount Erciyes

Kalekonak lies inside the old walls of two typical Turkish houses restored and renovated.

Kalekonak is located just next to Uchisar Castle, the highest peak in the region, from where you can appreciate a breathtaking view of the entire Cappadocia and of the Argeus Mountain.

Kalekonak was born from a fusion between different styles which mingle the typical Turkish architecture with the variety of ancient furniture. The result is surprisingly amazing!

As soon as you enter the door of Kalekonak, you will be plunged into the atmosphere of this luxurious Turkish residence. The entrance in the cave and the many underground galleries which connect the two houses reflect the richness in contrasts and emotions of the place that is hosting you, and of the country to which it belongs. The use of ancient stones and doors, the unique architectonical details make Kalekonak a very pleasant, comfortable and romantic environment which evoke the magical atmosphere of the ancient manor-houses.

The comfortable terrace welcomes you at breakfast. Here a breathtaking view of the Cappadocia and the bewitching light and colours of the morning will surely make your awakening unique. The loggia and the arches create the ideal atmosphere to taste the specialities of the house, cooked daily with fresh and genuine ingredients, and meant to meet any alimentary requirement.

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Eating at Downtown Izmir

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Kasarli Pide in Servet is delicious

When you visit a new country, you should taste local dishes for sure. Sometimes it is not very easy to find good places to eat out during your holiday time. In a town like Izmir of Turkey, you have many options but that's where the problem begins. As I have been to Izmir downtown recently, I have found a nice place called "Servet" in downtown Izmir, around Pasaport. The prices are not exaggerated and their service and meals are good quality. I took the picture above and liked "Kasarli Pide" much. If you want, they bring you different kinds of salads, yoghurt and much more.

They feature all kinds of grilled meats and kebabs notably "çöp şiş" and you can see the famous people's photos who have eaten at this restaurant hanged on the walls of the restaurant. You can access to their website here.

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Contact info:

Ş. Fethibey Cad. No: 78/C Pasaport / İZMİR
Tel. & Fax: +90232 445 04 78 | 484 04 53

Click here for a couple of special hotels Balkanatolia to offer in Aegean region of Turkey.

Tips for your holidays

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Hi everybody!

I am on holiday these days but be sure that we prepare some great things for you. I have come up with "Tips" idea here. Because I noticed it would be pity if we dont share nice experiences especially for exclusive escape lovers. From time to time, you will read our tips for Albania, Bulgaria, Greece and Turkey. We are sure that you will like them. The best part will be when we add related photos and give useful links. Feel free to share your tips with us!!

Following Ottoman Traces in Greece

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Kavala is one of the must-see places in N.Greece

I am trying to check out the travel sections of the international newspapers. New York Times is one of them. Recently, I have come across a very nice article about Ottoman traces in Thrace, Northern Greece.

Indeed Eastern European countries are full of surprise and when somebody mentions Greece for holiday issue, you know what comes to people's minds; sun, beach, swimming, islands. But fortunately Greece is more than that and if you want to discover the not-so-well-known beauties of Greece, Northern Greece is a good point to start with. Monastries on rocks, beautiful landscape, Ottoman traces and much more await for you.

Click here to read the article in NYT's Travel.

Click here to see the list of hotels (we recommend and help you with them) in Greece.

Photo by Volkan HVC

Tymfaia Village House, Epirus

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Tymfaia in Northern Greece

Zagori Villages in Epirus (Northwestern Greece) are well known for their magnific stone mansions which date from Ottoman times. Because of their perfect workmanship Epirus masters used to leave their villages and build stone house in all regions of Ottoman Empire.

Tsepelovo is the biggest of the 44 Zagori villages. It is found in the middle of the National Park of North Pindos at a height of 1200 metres, standing out like a proud suit of armour in the granite mountain range of Tymfi Mountain.

Forested and naked mountains, slopes and ravines, lakes of alpine height, rare vegetation with endangered animals’ shelters, churches, monasteries, wells, cobbled roads, small bridges and watermills mark this natural and man-crafted environment, establishing Tsepelovo and Zagori villages as the ideal visiting place for nature – lovers, wanderers, and mountainous adventure friends at any time of the year.

Tymfaia is 150 square meters, consists of a spacious living – dining room, kitchen, three bedrooms and two bathrooms. From the living room with its fireplace, TV, DVD, HiFi etc, where the wood and the stone complete each other, the view is unique.

Kitchen is fully equipped. Electric ceramic cooker, oven, microwave oven, dishwasher, refrigerator, all the cooking utensils (dishes – cutlery) are at your disposal if you do not choose to eat at the taverns or the grill-houses of the village. Coffee, tea, butter, jam, honey, juices, toast or bread is also available to prepare your own delicious breakfast. Finally, you can use the barbecue which is in the yard, to prepare your meals (oven – grill – flower pot).

The three tasteful, spacious bedrooms will offer you a great place to sleep in. Blankets, sheets, towels, sanitary items are available.

The house has central heating and you can control the temperature by yourselves.

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Selimiye Taş Odalar Hotel, Edirne

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Located in Turkey’s westernmost city of Edirne (Adrianople), Selimiye Taş Odalar Butique Hotel lies in the shadow of famous Selimiye Mosque, one of the grandest of all in Turkey. Hotel’s architecture, decoration and atmosphere will take you back to old times. With its large and comfortable rooms of which ornamented with Ottoman-style furniture, the hotel is probably the best option for you if you look for an atmospheric place at the heart of center. It is suitable for families with children and has a nice garden. We think that you will adore the place one more time when you have breakfast and watch the magnificent Selimiye.

This is not the only thing in the border city of Edirne for sure. The city hosts ruins of Sultan’s ancient places, many beautiful mosques (Selimiye, the most famous, with the highest minarets in the country, dating back to 1575), attractive palaces and caravanserais as well as beautifully-ornamented Bulgarian churches. Let’s not forget the beautiful landscape Edirne has (River Meriç / Meritsa is just wonderful). We believe that it will help you much if you want to experience ‘the escape’.

Did we mention that the hotel is in the same town where Kırkpınar, Turkish oil-wrestling festival, is held annually and usually in late June? Kırkpınar is said to be the oldest active sport organization following the Olympic Games. It’s a Guinness World Record for the longest running sports competition.

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Discovering Albania

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Albanian sunset

I have found a great video about Albania while surfing on youtube. Click here to watch the video. It is really nice and indeed it is difficult to find quality videos introducing Albania. Visit this beautiful country for your next holiday.

Click here to see where you can stay in Albania.

Never dig a hole in Turkey

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Safranbolu in the heart of Turkey

Recently I had come across an article by Edward Reeves of Telegraph. It is about the hidden treasures of Turkey. He says that Turkey is currently great value for British travellers since it is out of Euro zone. He adds and recommends British people to venture beyond the traditional holiday centres to unearth its finest gems. That's actually what Balkanatolia is about! Bringing you the best little accommodation options for a remote holiday!

I loved the article much, I want to quote the first paragraph here;

Within 30 seconds of the first spade breaking the earth, a team of archaeologists will have appeared from nowhere, taped off the area, and fined you for damaging a long-lost Bronze Age settlement or first-century Roman bathhouse. Just ask the poor guys trying to build Istanbul's much-needed metro, or the farmers of Göbekli Tepe in Eastern Turkey. Until the mid-Nineties, the latter were dragging their ploughs inches above the carved stones of a temple dating from 12,000BC. Turkey's like that – dig a little and you're bound to uncover hidden treasures.

In the text, some details are shared but it is pity that there is not much info about Eastern Turkey. As a person living in the heart of Eastern Turkey, I could write about East! I think I will do it soon! It is worth!!!!

Btw, I have added Safranbolu picture because that's what was written in the article:

If there were an award going for World's Most Charming Town, Safranbolu would walk it.

So true!

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Kashmir Butique Hotel, Dalyan

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Kashmir is located near Dalyan and Iztuzu Beach

Here is the perfect mixture of an English landlord House and an Ottoman Konak!

Located on the canals that bind Köyceğiz Lake to the Mediterranean Sea, Dalyan is a hidden paradise that hosts both environmental beauty and ancient history. It has a unique place among Turkey's natural wonders and historical sites.

Nearby İztuzu Beach is crucial for Caretta Caretta Turtles. Facing the danger of extinction, they are well protected in this hidden nest. Carettas opened at least 300 holes for their eggs, last year and the number grows every year.

Kashmir has 75.000 square meters of land situated in the middle of a 400 acres of forest with a beautiful stream running through it. In this area, 26.000 m2 land for growing wheat. The building is situated on 22.000 m2, including its back garden restaurant and the lovely garden.

There are 2 VIP villas (74m2) with private swimming pool, Han (The Inn) part with 7 rooms, Main Building with 9 rooms furnished, 1 of them for disabled people, ANEX Suite with 2 Bedrooms private bathroom saloon and fireplace, other VIP room ANEX (furnished), 3 block buildings with 8 rooms, 28 rooms at total. All rooms have fireplace, sitting part and balcony, the smallest room is 38 m2.

Kashmir Boutique Hotel is magnificent facility with 21x10 mt grand swimming pool, Turkish Bath, sauna, masage room and shock pool, Pool Bar and sitting gazebos (suitable for the summer), Saloon with fireplace and restaurant (suitable for the winter), different, high quality garden and landscape.

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Cevahir Guesthouse, Şanlıurfa

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Cevahir Guesthouse, a traditional Urfa house, is run by Urfa-addicted business woman Cevahir Asuman Yazıcı. Modern and authentic at the same time, Cevahir Guesthouse is one of the best atmospheric hotels in Şanlıurfa which hosted many civilizations.

Cevahir is very rich in terms of food served at their restaurant. If you want to follow your nose in Urfa's narrow streets and visit Abraham's Pond, the hotel's location is perfect.

We think that you will get what you want at this hotel since the hotel workers are much praised and Cevahir is , without doubt, one of the best hotels in this region.

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Emin Efendi Hotel, Amasya

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Yeşilırmak passes through the old houses of Amasya

Imagine a city in a valley hidden by mountains. A narrow valley. Now, place a river flowing in this narrow valley into the image you have in mind. Think of houses exhibiting the traditional Ottoman house architecture. Then you can draw the frame of your image by adding Pontic tombs on the skirt of the mountain. It is Amasya and we are sure that you can't imagine all these as good as the city itself!

Surrounded by mountains in a valley and river Yeşilırmak passing through the lines of old Ottoman housesPontic tombs as well as a couple of well-maintained old mosques, that's where Emin Efendi Hotel is. We believe that this place is one of the best locations in Turkey since you are in town and nature at the same time. You can go trekking in nearby mountains or visit historical beauties of the town or visit close sightseeings. Don't forget to taste the beautiful and national-wide famous apples of Amasya during your stay there. and

Emin Efendi Konak is more than 7500 years old and hosted various people of different nations. It offers you a not-so-easy-to-experience holiday in its rooms and restaurant which has a lot to decorate your dinner table from Ottoman cuisine.

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100+ Travel Wallpapers (HD)

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Journey to Eternity

Do you like travelling? Long time needed for next trip? No worries. I have found 100+ Travel Wallpapers in HD Quality. When you work at office or relax at home, you will have a wallpaper decorating your desktop from different locations of the world. In this site, you will find wallpapers from the forests of Europe to Greek Islands, from Times Square in NYC to Eiffel Tower in Paris, Sydney Opera House, Taj Mahal in India, Neuschwansstein Castle & Brandenburg Gate in Germany, Colosseum in Rome, Big Ben in London and many more.

Click HERE to access 100+ Travel Wallpapers in HD Quality.

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Erdoba Mansions, Mardin

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Erdoba has a wonderful view

'Erdoba Konaklari' is a butique hotel complex composed of four konaks; Babel, Ottoman, Assyrian and Seljuk Konak.

Erdoba Ottoman Konak dates back to 18th century and Seljuk Konak to 14th century. You can reach Seljuk Konak by walking through the narrow streets of Mardin and feeling like travelling in the past.

Babel Konak is one of the best around the region and ornamented with beautiful Mardin stones and Asur Konak has the look of a typical Mardin house which makes it very oriental. Since Babel and Asur Konaks are recently made, you can feel the atmosphere much more in Ottoman and Seljuk than Babel and Asur.

We believe that you will enjoy the fertile lands of Mesopotamia, view of Syria and Turkey at the same time.

Map of Erdoba Konaklari, Mardin

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Erdoba Konaklari

Mulberry Tree Hotel, Marmaris

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Mulberry Tree Hotel is located in a small village in Western Turkey

Mulberry Tree Hotel invites you feel the 'spirit' of South Aegean shores. In Bozburun Peninsula, far from the madding crowd, Mulberry Tree Hotel's owner Mrs. Ayfer is willing to show real Turkish hospitality once again. The location of hotel is so well-chosen that you will not hear anything except birds singing and the sound of breeze. Far from night life & night clubs, within walking distance of famous waterfalls, quiet beaches like Çiftlik, mountainous scenes and much more.

Hotel rooms are large, clean and comfortable. Upper floor rooms have their balconies. But the best thing about this hotel is its 'huge' swimming pool which is probably the biggest for a small hotel in Turkey. We believe that you will be lazing around the pool and enjoy having your coffee. Be careful, because the pool and the quiet environment may make you lazy and miss the natural beauty around the hotel.

The owner is a real professional and you will feel this in every moment of your stay. The hotel has traditional Turkish breakfast to serve you in the mornings (see the photo gallery please). You can have your meals at hotel too. Just let the staff know about it. If you want to try something out of hotel, we recommend you to discover nearby villages like Turgut, Bayır where you will have contacts with locals and experience a true escape holiday.

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Lake Bafa and around, Turkey

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Silent in Lake Bafa

Recently, I had a chance to visit some parts of Turkey that I had never been before. One of them is Lake Bafa and I must tell that I am impressed by the nature around the lake. It is fantastic for those who need a true relaxation. Interestingly-shaped rocks, a lake with sandy beaches (yes really!), ancient Heraklia, monastries in the islands on lake, rich ecology and much more. I have prepared the video below from the pictures I have taken. I hope you like them and they will give you an idea about Lake Bafa in Western Turkey.

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Maps of Turkey and its regions

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Red & White, Crescent & Star

After publishing Albania maps, Bulgaria maps and Greece maps, I have found enough time to work on maps of Turkey and its regions. I hope you will find these maps necessary. Feel free to spread the link here.

Turkey Map (Google Maps)

Turkey (Lonely Planet)

Turkey (World Atlas)

Administrative Map of Turkey

Road Map of Turkey

Road Map of Turkey (High Quality)

Interactive Touristic Map of Turkey

Turkey Outline Map

Historical Timeline

Dardanelles Strait Map

Antakya Ankara Bursa Konya Antalya

Kocaeli Diyarbakır Eskisehir Malatya

Mersin Samsun Kayseri Erzurum Sakarya

Maras Zonguldak Ordu Artvin

Photo: Pe12i12u

Click here to see the list of hotels in Turkey.

An old card from Albania

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While surfing on Flickr, I have found an old postcard of Albania. It belongs to the series of 1950's Topps "Flags of the World" Trading Card. You can see whole set here which is uploaded by Marxchivist.

Don't you think the card is peaceful? I think nothing of Albanian pure landscape and friendly people has changed much since then. Really nice.

Still beautiful and untouched

Maps of Bulgaria and its regions

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A piece of Bulgaria

I have shared Albania maps here and Greece maps here before. Now, i will share the list of map links showing Bulgaria and Bulgarian regions. When you click on the location, you will see the map in the new page. It takes time to search and edit all these links but it is worth. Because, it will be one of the most comprehensive map guides for Bulgaria.

Bulgaria (Google Maps)

Bulgaria (Lonely Planet)

Bulgaria (Biega)

Bulgaria (World Atlas)

Bulgaria Map of Regions

Interactive Map of Bulgaria

Interactive Map of Sofia

Sofia City Map, Sofia (Google maps), Sofia (Lonely Planet)

Plovdiv, Plovdiv 2, Varna, Varna 2

Burgas, Rousse, Stara Zagora, Pleven, Dobrich

Sliven, Shumen, Haskovo, Pernik, Yambol

Pazardzhik, Blagoevgrad, Vratsa, Veliko Tarnovo

Gabrovo, Vidin, Kardzhali, Kazanlak, Asenovgrad

Kyustendil, Montana, Dimitrovgrad, Lovech

Silistra, Targovishte, Razgrad, Bansko (ski-center)

Sightseeing Map

Administrative map of Bulgaria with main roads and centres

Map of Bulgarian Fishing Locations

Highly detailed map of all Bulgarian cities and villages

Big relief map of Bulgaria showing key destinations

Map of Bulgarian Caves

Photo: Denis Sarkic

Click here to see the list of hotels in Bulgaria

Maps of Albania and its regions

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One of the maps of Albania

When you search for ‘Albania’ map on a search engine, you may find what you want. But here I offer you different kinds and types of Albania maps. Most of them are from different sites and I hope that you find them useful.

Albania (Google Maps)

Albania (Lonely Planet)

Albania (World Atlas – High Quality)

Albania (Shaded)

Albania (National Geographic)

Interactive Albania Map

Albania on World Map

Primary airports, seaports, transportation network and cities

Albania forests, roads, railways, ferries, national parks, rivers, channels, lakes

Cities of Albania

Tirana (Lonely Planet), Tirana 1, Tirana 2, Tirana 3

Vlore Shkoder Durres Elbasan Korce Permet

Peshkopi Pogradec Puke Rreshen Sarande Tepelene

Lushnje Librazhd Lezhe Berat Burrel Corovode

Erseke Lake Ohrid 1 Lake Ohrid 2 Lake Skadar (Shkoder)

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