Turkey’s Mediterranean coast, its European part, plus the environs of Istanbul & the region around Ankara in a series road maps from Mepmedya Yayinlari, each in a handy, double-sided format, easy to use when travelling. Most maps are indexed. Cartography varies
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Three of Turkey’s most popular trekking regions: Mount Ararat, Kaçkar Mountains & Mount Süpan on a durable, waterproof & tear-resistant map from terra Quest, plus an overview road map of the eastern part of the country. On one side is a map the Kaçkar Mountains at 1:120, 000 covering an area from Ipsir to Artvin & northwards to Ikizdere & Murgul, with both the Kaçkar Mountains National Park including the Verçenik group & the Altiparmak group. The map shows plenty of names of peaks, mountain groups & other topographic features. On the reverse three separate panel show: Mount Ararat National Park at 1:100, 000 including Igdir & Dogubayazit; Mount Süpan on the northern shore of Lake Van, also at 1:100, 000; plus an overview road map of Turkey east of Ankara & Konya. The 1:100, 000/120, 000 maps have contours at 50m intervals enhanced by relief shading, plus colouring and/or graphics to indicate different types of terrain & vegetation. Trekking routes are prominently highlighted & symbols indicate locations of hotels, pensions, bivouac sites, restaurants, medical services, bus services, various places of interest (including a reconstruction of Noah’s Arc), etc. All the panels have latitude & longitude grid at intervals of 1’. Multilingual map legend

Includes:: English. The road map of eastern Turkey at 1:2, 500, 000 has altitude colouring with plenty of names of topographic features. Driving distances are shown on main roads. Interesting locations, including the various sites in Cappadocia, are prominently highlighted & areas covered by the three detailed panels are also marked. The map has latitude/longitude grid at 1° intervals. The map is laminated in a format similar to the old cloth-dissected maps so that sections of it can be easily folded back without damage.

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Born in London to a Turkish mother & British father, Alev Scott moved to Istanbul to discover what it means to be Turkish in a country going through rapid change, a country with an extraordinary past & an ever more surprising present. From the European buzz of modern-day Constantinople to the Arabic-speaking towns of the south-east, Turkish Awakening investigates a country moving swiftly towards a new position on the world stage. Relating wide-ranging interviews & colourful personal experience, the author charts the evolving course of a country bursting with surprises
- none more dramatic than the unexpected political protests of 2013, which have brought to light the emerging demands of a newly awakened Turkish people. The 2013 protests were just one indication of the changes afoot in today`s Turkey. Encompassing topics as varied as Aegean camel wrestling, transgender prostitution, politicised soap operas & riot tourism, this is a revelatory, at times humorous, at times moving, portrait of a country which is coming of age.
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Born in London to a Turkish mother & British father, Alev Scott moved to Istanbul to discover what it means to be Turkish in a country going through rapid political & social change, with an extraordinary past still linked to Mustafa Kemal Ataturk & an ever more surprising present under the leadership of Recep Tayyip Erdogan. From the European buzz of modern-day Constantinople to the Arabic-speaking towns of the south-east, Turkish Awakening investigates mass migration, urbanisation & economics in a country moving swiftly towards a new position on the world stage. This is the story of discovering a complex country from the outside-in, a candid account of overturned preconceptions & fresh understanding. Relating wide-ranging interviews & colourful personal experience, the author charts the evolving course of a country bursting with surprises
- none more dramatic than the unexpected political protests of 2013 in Taksim Square, which have brought to light the emerging demands of a newly awakened Turkish people. Mass migration, urbanisation & a growing awareness of human rights have changed the social, economic & physical landscapes of a powerful country, & the 2013 protests were just one indication of the changes afoot in today`s Turkey. Threatened as it is by recent developments in Syria & Iraq & the approaching danger of ISIS. Encompassing topics as varied as Aegean camel wrestling, transgender prostitution, politicised soap operas & riot tourism, this is a revelatory, at times humorous, at times moving, portrait of a country which is coming of age.
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Turkish Coast Baedeker is divided into four main categories
- background, practicalities, tours & A-Z of sites. The guide is
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The Turkish Coast – Antalya to Demre is part of a three-volume Sunflower Complete Guide series exploring the walking possibilities along the Turkish coastline. This volume covers a range of routes including walks in Antalya & surrounds, Kemer, Olympos National Park, Finike & Demre. A double-sided, fold-out touring map at the back of the book shows the coastline between Antalya to Demre & the locations of each walk. There are also basic street plans for each of the towns covered in the guide. The guide is structured in three main parts – an Introduction, A-Z of Practicalities & Walking section
- that give a comprehensive survey of the region’s culture as well as general practical advice for walking in the area. A thorough introduction

Includes:: practical guidance on Turkey in facts & figures, when to go, getting to the area, accommodation & food & drink. There is also an extensive section on the history of the region in relation to each of the walks. The ‘ Walking’ section

Includes:: 15 recommended walks, in addition to descriptions of the towns & villages of the region. Each of the walks is grouped within a geographical section that outlines information about accommodation, nightlife, food & drink & local transport in the area. Individual walks begin with details of times, difficulty gradings, suggested equipment, local transport & any shorter walk alternatives to the main route. Colour photographs & outline map extracts help walkers navigate the route & accompany each walk description.




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The Turkish Coast – Bodrum to Marmaris is part of a three-volume Sunflower Complete Guide series exploring the walking possibilities along the Turkish coastline. This volume covers a range of routes including walks in Bodrum, the Bodrum Peninsula, the Gulf of Gokova, Marmaris, Around Marmaris & the Bozburun Peninsula & Datca & the Resadiye Peninsula, as well as excursions to Pamukkale, , Hierapolis, Aphrodisias & Ephesus. A double-sided, fold-out touring map at the back of the book shows the coastline between Bodrum & Marmaris & the locations of each walk. There are also basic street plans for each of the towns covered in the guide. The guide is structured in three main parts – an Introduction, A-Z of Practicalities & Walking section
- that give a comprehensive survey of the region’s culture as well as general practical advice for walking in the area. A thorough introduction

Includes:: practical guidance on Turkey in facts & figures, when to go, getting to the area, accommodation & food & drink. There is also an extensive section on the history of the region in relation to each of the walks. The ‘ Walking’ section

Includes:: 20 recommended walks, in addition to descriptions of the towns & villages of the region. Each of the walks is grouped within a geographical section that outlines information about accommodation, nightlife, food & drink & local transport in the area. Individual walks begin with details of times, difficulty gradings, suggested equipment, local transport & any shorter walk alternatives to the main route. Colour photographs & outline map extracts help walkers navigate the route & accompany each walk description.




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The Turkish Coast – Kas to Dalyan is part of a three-volume Sunflower Complete Guide series exploring the walking possibilities along the Turkish coastline. This volume covers a range of routes including walks in Kas, Kalkan, Patara, Oludeniz, Fethiye, Gocek & Dalyan. A double-sided, fold-out touring map at the back of the book shows the coastline between Kas & Dalyan & the locations of each walk. There are also basic street plans for each of the towns covered in the guide. The guide is structured in three main parts – an Introduction, A-Z of Practicalities & Walking section
- that give a comprehensive survey of the region’s culture as well as general practical advice for walking in the area. A thorough introduction

Includes:: practical guidance on Turkey in facts & figures, when to go, getting to the area, accommodation & food & drink. There is also an extensive section on the history of the region in relation to each of the walks. The ‘ Walking’ section

Includes:: 16 recommended walks, in addition to descriptions of the towns & villages of the region. Each of the walks is grouped within a geographical section that outlines information about accommodation, nightlife, food & drink & local transport in the area. Individual walks begin with details of times, difficulty gradings, suggested equipment, local transport & any shorter walk alternatives to the main route. Colour photographs & outline map extracts help walkers navigate the route & accompany each walk description.




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Turkish Coast in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...

Turkish Coast in the Pocket Guide series from Berlitz; a collection of handy, pocket-sized guides dedicated to an extensive range of cities, regions & countries worldwide. Written in narrative form, individual guides explore the history, main sights & attractions, food & drink, accommodation & local culture of the destination in detail. Each Berlitz pocket guide has a similar format, with colour-coded sections helping readers locate information quickly in addition to distinctive chapters exploring the city or region. An introduction outlines the destination for visitors & a section dedicated to 'A Brief History' actually explores the area in relative depth. A where to go chapter is organized by region & city & is written in prose form with references to individual sites highlighted in bold for clarity. There are also further suggestions on where & when to eat. Recommendations for leisure activities in the region, including sport, nightlife & shopping, are also provided & tailored accordingly for each destination. Handy travel tips are listed alphabetically in a dedicated section, providing practical guidance & helping visitors make the most of their stay. The main hotels, particularly for cities, are also listed in an accommodation section, offering a brief overview with approximate price bandings & relevant contact details. ...