A modern re-creation of Prophet Abraham’s journey, the 170km trekking route across southeast Anatolia is part of an ambitious vision to unite the Middle East.
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15 April 2013
A handful of museums around the world use over-the-top displays of tenderly-treated tresses to detail how hair has acted as an important cultural signifier through time.
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12 March 2013
From Byzantine churches to Ottoman palaces, Istanbul's well-preserved heritage is still very present on a visit to Turkey’s largest city.
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25 January 2013
Turquoise waters and ancient ruins coexist along Turkey’s Mediterranean and Aegean coasts, giving history buffs and beach bums exactly what they want in a vacation.
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03 June 2011
The opulent royal residence and harem has a storied history and magnificent collection on view.
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