Sustaining Ephesos
Post-World War II Challenges
After the Second World War, the situation for Austrian researchers at Ephesos was challenging. Only eight years after the war’s conclusion did Austrian researchers return. The Austrian Academy of Sciences, renewing...
Ephesos An Ancient Metropolis
Exploration and History
Ephesos, located on Turkey’s west coast, served as the former capital of the Roman province of Asia and held the distinction of being one of the Seven Wonders of the ancient world....
After Alexander The Wars of the Diadochi
Alexander seemingly didn’t plan for his empire’s survival without him. On his deathbed, when asked about his successor, he simply said, “the strongest.” This vague response fueled a decade of power struggles among his...
The Final March and the Legacy of Alexander
If Alexander’s soldiers believed the war had concluded, they were mistaken. Darius, still evading capture, hid in Ecbatana. In the spring of 330 B.C., Alexander redirected north in pursuit. Though Darius contemplated surrender, his...
Gaugamela Triumph and the Persian Conquest
The pivotal clash that reshaped history unfolded on October 1, 331 B.C., at the Battle of Gaugamela. Employing a strategic masterpiece, Alexander leveraged the superior speed and discipline of his troops and exploited Darius’s...
The Thing and Ogul
“The Thing” and “Ogul” – Movie Highlights
“The Thing”
Director: Matthijs van Heijningen Jr.
Cast: Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Joel Edgerton, Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje
For fans of horror and science fiction, “The Thing” is a must-see. Archaeologist Kate Lloyd (Mary...
Vibrant Events and New Releases
Akbank Jazz Festival
Akbank Jazz Festival, one of Turkey’s most enduring festivals, is set to showcase world-renowned jazz artists from October 13 to November 3, 2011. The festival offers more than just concerts, including workshop...
Turkish Impact on Global Gaming
When computer games are in question, big names like Electronic Arts or Konami come to mind. But now that the Turks have joined the game markets, world-famous Turkish games have taken their places in...
Istanbul Private Tours Mevlevi
Enigmatic Istanbul is an endless story. It’s the story of Istanbul’s many names, the story of settling the city, ‘Opposite the blind’. Although these two stories might be enough for some, for others they...
Guided Istanbul Tour Dervishes
Contact us and become part of the experience called Istanbul. Especially guided Istanbul tour dervishes experience. This is the place which likes to introduce Mevlana, its poetry, wisdom and dervishes to you and ‘feed’ your...
