anatolia

📌 It is easy to misunderstand Turkish society by imagining a single, fixed way of life. Large cities such as Istanbul, Ankara and Izmir contain busy, diverse communities, while some smaller Anatolian cities and provinces can feel quieter, more traditional or more closely connected. An...

Tokat: Castles and Traditional Copper Crafts Tokat has a rich historical character within the inland Black Sea region. Its copperworking tradition, old markets and prominent fortress reflect centuries of urban life. Surrounding mountains and river valleys add another dimension to a visit...