. Jalbum 8.1 slides/IMG_4584.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Spice sales in the bazaar in the ancient city of Antioch. Spice sales in the bazaar in the ancient city of Antioch. slides/IMG_4584.JPG slides/IMG_4627.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Our guide Murat in the copper housewares section of the bazaar in Antioch. Our guide Murat in the copper housewares section of the bazaar in Antioch. slides/IMG_4627.JPG slides/IMG_4595.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A goofball character who interrupted the photo of these boys. In the bazaar of Antioch. A goofball character who interrupted the photo of these boys. In the bazaar of Antioch. slides/IMG_4595.JPG slides/IMG_4632.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A typical farmer delivering fresh vegetables to a restaurant in Gaziantep. His trousers which we called "dirty diaper pants," are very commonly worn in this part of Turkey. A typical farmer delivering fresh vegetables to a restaurant in Gaziantep. His trousers which we called "dirty diaper pants," are very commonly worn in this part of Turkey. slides/IMG_4632.JPG slides/IMG_4599.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A fine example of a Roman-era sarcophagus in the Gaziantep Archeological Museum. A fine example of a Roman-era sarcophagus in the Gaziantep Archeological Museum. slides/IMG_4599.JPG slides/IMG_4609.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 An elaborate Roman floor mosiac on display in the Gaziantep Archeological Museum. An elaborate Roman floor mosiac on display in the Gaziantep Archeological Museum. slides/IMG_4609.JPG slides/IMG_4643.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Fragment of a floor mosaic called "The Eyes of a Gypsy Girl"; this mosaic is a national symbol of Turkey at the Archeological Museum in Gaziantep. Fragment of a floor mosaic called "The Eyes of a Gypsy Girl"; this mosaic is a national symbol of Turkey at the Archeological Museum in Gaziantep. slides/IMG_4643.JPG slides/IMG_4739.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Graciela at the Roman bridge built by the father of Emperor Caracala has just recently closed to highway traffic. Graciela at the Roman bridge built by the father of Emperor Caracala has just recently closed to highway traffic. slides/IMG_4739.JPG slides/IMG_4754pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Mt. Nemrut, the monumental mountaintop memorial to himself was built by King Antiochus I is now in ruins. Mt. Nemrut, the monumental mountaintop memorial to himself was built by King Antiochus I is now in ruins. slides/IMG_4754pano.jpg slides/IMG_4769.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Local men waiting to board a ferry. Note their "dirty diaper pants" that make working in the fields more comfortable. Local men waiting to board a ferry. Note their "dirty diaper pants" that make working in the fields more comfortable. slides/IMG_4769.JPG slides/IMG_4781.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A very beautiful mosque complex honoring the birthplace of the Prophet Abraham in Urfa. A very beautiful mosque complex honoring the birthplace of the Prophet Abraham in Urfa. slides/IMG_4781.JPG slides/IMG_4785.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A boy hand-feeding a large carp in the Mosque honoring the Prophet Abraham, Urfa. A boy hand-feeding a large carp in the Mosque honoring the Prophet Abraham, Urfa. slides/IMG_4785.JPG slides/IMG_4846.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Rock dome homes in Harran, once a huge city that was destroyed by the Mongols in 1235 A.D. These houses are built from the remains of the ancient castle. Rock dome homes in Harran, once a huge city that was destroyed by the Mongols in 1235 A.D. These houses are built from the remains of the ancient castle. slides/IMG_4846.JPG slides/IMG_4854.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 John with our driver at a stop for tea in Harran, south eastern Turkey. John with our driver at a stop for tea in Harran, south eastern Turkey. slides/IMG_4854.JPG slides/IMG_4898.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 These Byzantine walls of ancient Constantinopol once were on the water. Landfill has created space for a busy highway. These Byzantine walls of ancient Constantinopol once were on the water. Landfill has created space for a busy highway. slides/IMG_4898.JPG slides/IMG_4953.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Women making flat bread in a restaurant in Istanbul. Women making flat bread in a restaurant in Istanbul. slides/IMG_4953.JPG slides/IMG_4957.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 An Ottoman water fountain outside the walls of the Topkapi Palace, Istansul. An Ottoman water fountain outside the walls of the Topkapi Palace, Istansul. slides/IMG_4957.JPG slides/IMG_4967.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Happy school girls visiting the Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. Happy school girls visiting the Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_4967.JPG slides/IMG_4984.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Graciela enjoys the view overlooking a large fountain, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. Graciela enjoys the view overlooking a large fountain, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_4984.JPG slides/IMG_4987.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A beautifully tiled room with stained glass windows and a red divan. Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. A beautifully tiled room with stained glass windows and a red divan. Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_4987.JPG slides/IMG_4996.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 John has his ticket to enter the Harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. John has his ticket to enter the Harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_4996.JPG slides/IMG_5005.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Interior details inside the harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. Interior details inside the harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5005.JPG slides/IMG_5008.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Graciela sneaks a peek into a locked room in the Harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. Graciela sneaks a peek into a locked room in the Harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5008.JPG slides/IMG_5022.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Tiles with intricate designs and writing in the harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. Tiles with intricate designs and writing in the harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5022.JPG slides/IMG_5010pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The Queen Mother's bath in the harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. The Queen Mother's bath in the harem, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5010pano.jpg slides/IMG_5012pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The Queen Mother's salon for entertaining her son, the sultan, in the Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. The Queen Mother's salon for entertaining her son, the sultan, in the Topkapi Palace, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5012pano.jpg slides/IMG_5060.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Interior of the Roman-built Basilica Cistern, Istanbul. Interior of the Roman-built Basilica Cistern, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5060.JPG slides/IMG_5065.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 John standing next to the head (sideways) of Medusa in the interior of the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul. John standing next to the head (sideways) of Medusa in the interior of the Basilica Cistern, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5065.JPG slides/IMG_5117.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 John in front of the famed Blue Mosque, Istanbul. John in front of the famed Blue Mosque, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5117.JPG slides/IMG_5144.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 An ad featuring the likeness of President Obama outside the Haga Sophia, Istanbul. An ad featuring the likeness of President Obama outside the Haga Sophia, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5144.JPG slides/IMG_5158.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 An interior view of the Haga Sophia, a Byzantine cathedral built by Emperor Justinian. Thischurch is the model of the traditional mosques around the world. Istanbul. An interior view of the Haga Sophia, a Byzantine cathedral built by Emperor Justinian. Thischurch is the model of the traditional mosques around the world. Istanbul. slides/IMG_5158.JPG slides/IMG_5165.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Initials, marks or runes carved into the marble ballistrade on the second level of the Haga Sophia by conquering Viking in the 9th century. Initials, marks or runes carved into the marble ballistrade on the second level of the Haga Sophia by conquering Viking in the 9th century. slides/IMG_5165.JPG slides/IMG_5168.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A Byzantine emperor and his queen deify themselves with the Virgin and Child; Haga Sophia, Istanbul. A Byzantine emperor and his queen deify themselves with the Virgin and Child; Haga Sophia, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5168.JPG slides/IMG_5176.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The vaulted front entrance arcade of the Haga Sophia, Istanbul. The vaulted front entrance arcade of the Haga Sophia, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5176.JPG slides/IMG_5180.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Elaborate marble and tilework in an arcade of the Haga Sophia. Elaborate marble and tilework in an arcade of the Haga Sophia. slides/IMG_5180.JPG slides/IMG_5154pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Beautiful mosaics on the ceiling of the main arcade. Haga Sophia, Istanbul. Beautiful mosaics on the ceiling of the main arcade. Haga Sophia, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5154pano.jpg slides/IMG_5199.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The Galata Tower built by mercenaries from Genova in 1440. The Galata Tower built by mercenaries from Genova in 1440. slides/IMG_5199.JPG slides/IMG_5225.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 An unusual Arte Nouveau gate in the Taksim area of Istanbul. An unusual Arte Nouveau gate in the Taksim area of Istanbul. slides/IMG_5225.JPG slides/IMG_5227.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A well loved antique trolley in the Taksim area of Istanbul. A well loved antique trolley in the Taksim area of Istanbul. slides/IMG_5227.JPG slides/IMG_5240.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A local fish market near the Taksim area, Istanbul. A local fish market near the Taksim area, Istanbul. slides/IMG_5240.JPG slides/IMG_5279.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 VIews of an underground city that has approximately 20 levels and sophisticated ventilation and water systems. Cappadocia. VIews of an underground city that has approximately 20 levels and sophisticated ventilation and water systems. Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5279.JPG slides/IMG_5278.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Views of an underground city, Cappadocia. Views of an underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5278.JPG slides/IMG_5274.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Views of an underground city, Cappadocia. Views of an underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5274.JPG slides/IMG_5270.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Views of a winery in an underground city, Cappadocia. Views of a winery in an underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5270.JPG slides/IMG_5316.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Remains of a church are exposed within a rock structure that has partially broken away from weathering, Cappadocia. Remains of a church are exposed within a rock structure that has partially broken away from weathering, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5316.JPG slides/IMG_5306.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Some interesting, primitive church decoration in a cave church, Cappadocia. Some interesting, primitive church decoration in a cave church, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5306.JPG slides/IMG_5312.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The most interesting mural of a nude saint with both breasts and a beard. There are many theories of who and why this saint is nude, but there is no facts recorded about it. The most interesting mural of a nude saint with both breasts and a beard. There are many theories of who and why this saint is nude, but there is no facts recorded about it. slides/IMG_5312.JPG slides/IMG_5321.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 More traditional Orthodox church murals defaced prior to this area being protected as a national treasure. Cappadocia. More traditional Orthodox church murals defaced prior to this area being protected as a national treasure. Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5321.JPG slides/IMG_5325.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 John and Graciela at the Underground City National Park, Cappadocia. John and Graciela at the Underground City National Park, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5325.JPG slides/IMG_5343.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5343.JPG slides/IMG_5341.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5341.JPG slides/IMG_5339.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5339.JPG slides/IMG_5362pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5362pano.jpg slides/IMG_5368.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5368.JPG slides/IMG_5379.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5379.JPG slides/IMG_5412.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. Tourist shopping. View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. Tourist shopping. slides/IMG_5412.JPG slides/IMG_5413.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Entrace to a church in the underground city, Cappadocia. Entrace to a church in the underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5413.JPG slides/IMG_5416pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. View of another area of underground city, Cappadocia. slides/IMG_5416pano.jpg slides/IMG_5440.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A 13th Century caravansary in restored condition in Sultanhani. A 13th Century caravansary in restored condition in Sultanhani. slides/IMG_5440.JPG slides/IMG_5443.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Interior view of the protected area of the 13th Century caravansary in Sultanhani. Interior view of the protected area of the 13th Century caravansary in Sultanhani. slides/IMG_5443.JPG slides/IMG_5453.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Friendly and cheerful young men Friendly and cheerful young men slides/IMG_5453.JPG slides/IMG_5457.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A fabulously rustic restaurant in an old abandoned Greek community near Lake Baysehir. A fabulously rustic restaurant in an old abandoned Greek community near Lake Baysehir. slides/IMG_5457.JPG slides/IMG_5483.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The Baysehir wooden mosque, made of all cedar, was built in 1299. The Baysehir wooden mosque, made of all cedar, was built in 1299. slides/IMG_5483.JPG slides/IMG_5482.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The Iman of Baysehir Mosque is very friendly and sang a Muslim song for us. This beautifully tiled structure indicates the direction of Mecca. The Iman of Baysehir Mosque is very friendly and sang a Muslim song for us. This beautifully tiled structure indicates the direction of Mecca. slides/IMG_5482.JPG slides/IMG_5571.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 slides/IMG_5571.JPG slides/IMG_5645.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Fishing boats proudly fly the Turkish flag in the ancient harbor of Antalya. Fishing boats proudly fly the Turkish flag in the ancient harbor of Antalya. slides/IMG_5645.JPG slides/IMG_5588.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The nearly intact stage of the Roman theater of Aspensos. The nearly intact stage of the Roman theater of Aspensos. slides/IMG_5588.JPG slides/IMG_5626.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The heating system of the Roman baths at Perge. The heating system of the Roman baths at Perge. slides/IMG_5626.JPG slides/IMG_5622pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Columns lay fallen in an empty pool of the baths at Perge. Columns lay fallen in an empty pool of the baths at Perge. slides/IMG_5622pano.jpg slides/IMG_5661.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 John with some fine carvings from the theater at Aspensos. John with some fine carvings from the theater at Aspensos. slides/IMG_5661.JPG slides/IMG_5831.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Graciela with her favorite poppies in another Roman theater. Graciela with her favorite poppies in another Roman theater. slides/IMG_5831.JPG slides/IMG_5674pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The nave of the Church of St. Nicolas in Myra. This church was partially restored by Czar Nicolas I in the mid-19th century. The nave of the Church of St. Nicolas in Myra. This church was partially restored by Czar Nicolas I in the mid-19th century. slides/IMG_5674pano.jpg slides/IMG_5676.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Our guide Murat explains the meaning of ancient Christian mosiac symbols on the floor of the Church of St. Nicolas, Myra. Our guide Murat explains the meaning of ancient Christian mosiac symbols on the floor of the Church of St. Nicolas, Myra. slides/IMG_5676.JPG slides/IMG_5755.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Hassan helps a crewmember to raise the sail on our ship, the Kubilay Sezen, a 100-foot gulet. Hassan helps a crewmember to raise the sail on our ship, the Kubilay Sezen, a 100-foot gulet. slides/IMG_5755.JPG slides/IMG_5767.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A beautiful view of a protected anchorage on the Mediterranean Sea. A beautiful view of a protected anchorage on the Mediterranean Sea. slides/IMG_5767.JPG slides/IMG_5772.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The Kubilay Sezen anchored offshore from Cleopatra's Bath, Lydea; this island has been traced back to Marc Anthony who gave it to Cleopatra. An earthquake caused the bathhouse to sink and the hot springs to shut off. The Kubilay Sezen anchored offshore from Cleopatra's Bath, Lydea; this island has been traced back to Marc Anthony who gave it to Cleopatra. An earthquake caused the bathhouse to sink and the hot springs to shut off. slides/IMG_5772.JPG slides/IMG_5775.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The Kubilay Sezen,at anchor as seen from a trail on an island. The Kubilay Sezen,at anchor as seen from a trail on an island. slides/IMG_5775.JPG slides/IMG_5795.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Our travel companions Norm and Barbara demonstrate sychonized swimming for us who remained onboard. Our travel companions Norm and Barbara demonstrate sychonized swimming for us who remained onboard. slides/IMG_5795.JPG slides/IMG_5805.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A fisherman holds a fresh crab. He sold us the sweetest crabs we've ever eaten! A fisherman holds a fresh crab. He sold us the sweetest crabs we've ever eaten! slides/IMG_5805.JPG slides/IMG_5821.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A flying insect in a common red Turkish poppy. A flying insect in a common red Turkish poppy. slides/IMG_5821.JPG slides/IMG_5886.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 One of many statues of Artemis on exhibit at the Museum of Ephesus. One of many statues of Artemis on exhibit at the Museum of Ephesus. slides/IMG_5886.JPG slides/IMG_5892pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The view from our hotel in Kusadasi. The view from our hotel in Kusadasi. slides/IMG_5892pano.jpg slides/IMG_5897.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The theater ruins in Ephesus. The theater ruins in Ephesus. slides/IMG_5897.JPG slides/IMG_5962pano.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Interior view of the theater of Ephesus. Interior view of the theater of Ephesus. slides/IMG_5962pano.jpg slides/IMG_5950.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 The famous remains of the library of Ephesus. Arches to the right lead to the forum area. The famous remains of the library of Ephesus. Arches to the right lead to the forum area. slides/IMG_5950.JPG slides/IMG_5947.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 John perched upon a marble toilet seat of a continuously flushing Roman toilet in Ephesus. John perched upon a marble toilet seat of a continuously flushing Roman toilet in Ephesus. slides/IMG_5947.JPG slides/IMG_5949.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Restored gateways in Ephesus. Restored gateways in Ephesus. slides/IMG_5949.JPG slides/IMG_5967.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Archeologists try matching up pieces of marble for the hillside houses of Ephesus. Archeologists try matching up pieces of marble for the hillside houses of Ephesus. slides/IMG_5967.JPG slides/IMG_5969.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Archeologists marking up both large and small pieces of marble in Ephesus. Archeologists marking up both large and small pieces of marble in Ephesus. slides/IMG_5969.JPG slides/IMG_5970.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Some marble restored on the walls of a villa of the hillside homes in Ephesus. Some marble restored on the walls of a villa of the hillside homes in Ephesus. slides/IMG_5970.JPG slides/IMG_5977.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 View of the hillside homes recently excavated in Ephesus. Note the vaulted chamber to the right and the murals. View of the hillside homes recently excavated in Ephesus. Note the vaulted chamber to the right and the murals. slides/IMG_5977.JPG slides/IMG_5990.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Murals in one part of the hillside homes of Ephesus. Murals in one part of the hillside homes of Ephesus. slides/IMG_5990.JPG slides/IMG_5992.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Hypocasts, part of the Roman radiant floor heating system construction in the hillside homes of Ephesus. Hypocasts, part of the Roman radiant floor heating system construction in the hillside homes of Ephesus. slides/IMG_5992.JPG slides/IMG_5982.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A floor mosaic from one hillside home in Ephesus. A floor mosaic from one hillside home in Ephesus. slides/IMG_5982.JPG slides/IMG_5979.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 A detail of a mural froma hillside home in Ephesus. A detail of a mural froma hillside home in Ephesus. slides/IMG_5979.JPG slides/IMG_5896.html Sun, 10 May 2009 22:00:21 -0700 Just want every tourist wants as they walk to their waiting bus after visiting the magnificant ruins of Ephesus. Just want every tourist wants as they walk to their waiting bus after visiting the magnificant ruins of Ephesus. slides/IMG_5896.JPG