This post continues a visit to Ancient Troy, moving beyond the Trojan Horse to explore the archaeological site and its many layers of history. It forms part of a wider journey across the Aegean.
A visit to Ancient Troy exploring myth, history and first impressions of one of the world’s most legendary archaeological sites.
Trying to leave Marmara Adası and reach Çanakkale turns into a lesson in uncertain ferry schedules, guesswork and how travel really works in this part of Turkey.
A final day on Marmara Adası, taking in the island’s atmosphere and reflecting on the experience before moving on.
A visit to Çınarlı on Marmara Adası, exploring its plane trees, promenade and relaxed village life away from the main town.
A visit to Asmalı on Marmara Adası, wandering the village in search of old Greek houses and traces of its past.
The morning we left Istanbul it was throwing it down. The heat had dropped a little, but the feeling was now one of a steaming sauna. Last night, before returning to our hotel, we had commandeered a taxi driver to pick us up from our hotel this morning – no time for the inclusive breakfast,…
The tram took us over the Golden Horn to Karaköy. My favourite way to cross is by boat, but the tram is faster. We began our day with a plan – to look for churches. Our reasoning was simple — wherever there was a church, there would once have been Greek houses. These were usually…
A visit to Agia Sophia in Istanbul, exploring its Byzantine past, layered history and enduring Greek connections.
Exploring Istanbul’s Asian side in Kadıköy, searching for Greek churches, old houses and traces of a past that still lingers in the streets.
Exploring Büyükada and its Greek connections, from churches and monasteries to old wooden houses that reflect the island’s past.
Exploring Fener and Balat in Istanbul, where colourful streets, historic buildings and layers of Greek, Jewish and Ottoman heritage meet.