Part of the ancient world, covered with a Muslim veil, the face of Asia, facing Europe, this is what Turkey is The legends that we read as a child here turn out to be an untainted truth .. An extraordinary mosaic of Turkish history is interwoven with Cilician pirates, Persian kings, Ottoman sultans and Nikola of Myrlik (aka Santa Claus) And those who live in the present, there is and remains a warm sea, mountains and the unceasing Eastern market. Historical overview cites major actions from Turkey's rich history. All the main sights of the Turkish Mediterranean are listed in a short list with explanations A separate detailed sketch is dedicated to the peculiarities of Turkish cuisine . At the end of any chapter there is a reference section with the necessary addresses, hours of work, our advice on restaurants and shopping centers . In the final section "Information for travelers" you will find a lot of precedents and tips that you will need long before you start your trip to Turkey, and a mini-conversation.