The usual tourist circuit in Cappadocia triangulates Goreme, Avanos and Urgup, but just off this well beaten path there are beautiful, yet easy, day hikes and walks that let you explore the tufa formations and also enjoy vistas of this volcanic land of ‘fairy chimneys’. Gallery of Cappadocia hiking Here are the details from one… Continue reading Hoodoo and Cave Church Hiking in Cappadocia
Category: History – Fact & Fiction
Cappadocia – Troglodyte Caves and Fairy Chimneys
Cappadocia is a historical region located in central Turkey, known for its unique landscape with ancient rock formations, and underground cities.
Ruins of Ancient Architecture
Ancient Ruins Greek & Roman Ruins HierapolisEphesusNemrut Dag colossal headsRhodes, GreeceSantorini Akrotiri, GreeceAegean Coast of Turkey (Aphrodisias, etc) Aspendos theater is known for its remarkable acoustics and impressive architecture. The seating area is divided into three sections: Download royalty free images of Ancient History Buy prints, mugs, jigsaw puzzles & other products – Ancient History Ancient Near East… Continue reading Ruins of Ancient Architecture
SanliUrfa – Ancient Crossroads of History
Urfa and Harran are two ancient cities in southeastern Turkey that have a rich and storied history dating back thousands of years. Both cities have played important roles in the development of human civilization and have been centers of learning, culture, and religion for centuries. In 1984, the Turkish National Assembly granted Urfa the title “Şanlı”,… Continue reading SanliUrfa – Ancient Crossroads of History
Göbekli Tepe and Neolithic Malta and Sardinia
Göbekli Tepe is an archaeological site located about 10 miles from Urfa in southeastern Turkey. It’s intrigued scholars, historians, and the general public since its discovery in the 1960s. The name Göbeklitepe (both spellings are used) means “Potbelly Hill” in Turkish, and it refers to the distinctive shape of the hill on which the site… Continue reading Göbekli Tepe and Neolithic Malta and Sardinia
Elements of Architecture
Architecture is the art and science of designing and building structures. The discipline encompasses a wide range of considerations, from aesthetic appeal to structural stability and environmental impact.
February Virtual Art Walk – Posts from Favorite Artists
This is my first entry to this virtual Artwalk focusing on several distinct artists. Pease visit their sites using the links below to enjoy this month’s features. KM Gunn Even though my paintbrush experience is limited to walls & siding, I enjoyed KM Gunn’s artwalk entry this month, exploring the creation of a unique watercolor… Continue reading February Virtual Art Walk – Posts from Favorite Artists
Cascoly Recipes from Turkey
These are recipes I’ve developed based on my experiences over many years of traveling in Turkey Turkish cuisine is a unique blend of flavors and ingredients that have been influenced by a rich cultural history spanning centuries. Turkey’s location at the crossroads of Europe and Asia is reflected in its cuisine, incorporating elements from both… Continue reading Cascoly Recipes from Turkey
Dragons Across the European Continent
In Europe, dragons have a long and rich history, dating back to ancient times. In ancient Greece, dragons were dangerous beasts, associated with death and destruction. They depicted as large, serpentine creatures. with wings and sharp claws. Later they morphed to the now popular view of 4 legged, winged creatures. Belief in dragons was bolstered by… Continue reading Dragons Across the European Continent
Dragons Today – My Sightings of These Critters
Dragons in popular culture