St.Paul’s Missionary Journeys. 

St. Paul’s trips and locations of the Seven Churches of Asia Minor

The missionary work of Paul in western Anatolia was accomplished between about 47 C.E. and 57 C.E. Some of the places that Paul visited and preached in Anatolia have always been identified as such.

Istanbul Travel Guide 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Turkey's Vibrant Capital with Expert Tips, Hidden Gems, and Unforgettable Experiences

$17.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

ISTANBUL EXPERIENTIAL TOUR & TRAVEL GUIDE 2024-2025: Must-See Destinations, Top Itineraries and Budget-friendly Travel Tips, Top Attractions, ... to Explore in Turkey (TOUR & TRAVEL'S TIPS)

(2)

$12.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Laminated Istanbul Map by Borch (English) (English, Spanish, French, Italian and German Edition)

(37)

$5.96 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Pocket Istanbul (Pocket Guide)

(170)

$9.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul and the Civilization of the Ottoman Empire (CENTERS OF CIVILIZATION SERIES)

(8)

$2.36 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Love Across Borders: Passports, Papers, and Romance in a Divided World

(23)

$19.00 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Istanbul

(165)

$5.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$7.60 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$9.28 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul: A Collection of Beautiful Photos for Istanbul Lovers, Coffee Table Picture Book (Travel Photography)

(5)

$25.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Rick Steves Istanbul: With Ephesus & Cappadocia

$22.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$17.19 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Greek Islands (Travel Guide)

(35)

$18.92 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Fodor's Essential Turkey (Full-color Travel Guide)

(175)

$14.29 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Turkey (Travel Guide)

(285)

$14.74 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul: Memories and the City

(859)

$14.53 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Turkish Short Stories for Beginners: 20 Captivating Short Stories to Learn Turkish & Grow Your Vocabulary the Fun Way! (Easy Turkish Stories)

(151)

$13.75 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Turkey (Travel Guide)

(285)

$20.49 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

God's Battalions: The Case for the Crusades

(878)

$12.34 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$16.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Source: Anna G.Edmonds. Turkey’s Religious Sites

Istanbul and the Civilization of the Ottoman Empire (CENTERS OF CIVILIZATION SERIES)

(8)

$2.36 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Pocket Istanbul (Pocket Guide)

$13.94 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Laminated Istanbul Map by Borch (English) (English, Spanish, French, Italian and German Edition)

(37)

$5.96 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul Travel Guide: How to Plan a Trip to Istanbul with Best Tips for First-Timers (Journey Joy)

(32)

$14.97 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul in 3 Days|Travel Guide 2023|3 days plan,local tips, Photos and Online Maps: What to do in Istanbul|where to stay|top restaurants|food guide|day trips|Google maps with best spots.

(114)

$9.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

To the City: Life and Death Along the Ancient Walls of Istanbul

(8)

$24.14 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$9.28 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

After Happy Ever After: He thinks it's a normal holiday to Istanbul, she has other plans. (Weird Travel Book 4)

(393)

$5.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Rough Guide to Turkey (Travel Guide with eBook) (Rough Guide Main Series)

(29)

$19.19 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Pocket Istanbul (Pocket Guide)

(170)

$9.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Turkish Cookbook

(894)

$40.49 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$16.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul: City of Majesty at the Crossroads of the World

(411)

$14.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Michelin Istanbul City Map - Laminated

(63)

$5.83 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Lawrence Durrell Travel Reader

(45)

$1.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

A Travel Guide to the Middle Ages: The World Through Medieval Eyes

(137)

$20.30 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Essential Guide to Turkish Wine: An exploration of one of the oldest and most unexpected wine countries

(17)

$45.00 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$17.19 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$15.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Turkey (Travel Guide)

(285)

$20.49 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Source: Anna G Edmonds, Turkey’s Religious Sites

The sites that are musts.

Laminated Istanbul Map by Borch (English) (English, Spanish, French, Italian and German Edition)

(37)

$5.96 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul and the Civilization of the Ottoman Empire (CENTERS OF CIVILIZATION SERIES)

(8)

$2.36 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

ISTANBUL EXPERIENTIAL TOUR & TRAVEL GUIDE 2024-2025: Must-See Destinations, Top Itineraries and Budget-friendly Travel Tips, Top Attractions, ... to Explore in Turkey (TOUR & TRAVEL'S TIPS)

(2)

$12.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Michelin Istanbul City Map - Laminated

(63)

$5.83 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

After Happy Ever After: He thinks it's a normal holiday to Istanbul, she has other plans. (Weird Travel Book 4)

(393)

$5.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

To the City: Life and Death Along the Ancient Walls of Istanbul

(8)

$24.14 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Monocle Travel Guide to Istanbul: The Monocle Travel Guide Series (Monocle Travel Guide, 7)

(41)

$12.73 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul Travel Guide 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Turkey's Vibrant Capital with Expert Tips, Hidden Gems, and Unforgettable Experiences

$17.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Turkey - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

(53)

$7.80 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Turkish Cookbook

(894)

$40.49 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

National Geographic Walking Istanbul: The Best of the City (National Geographic Walking Guide)

(37)

$14.95 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

A Travel Guide to the Middle Ages: The World Through Medieval Eyes

(137)

$20.30 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Turkey (Travel Guide)

(285)

$14.74 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Strolling Through Istanbul: The Classic Guide to the City

(131)

$16.77 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Collins Turkish Phrasebook and Dictionary Gem Edition (Collins Gem)

(314)

$0.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Rick Steves Istanbul: With Ephesus & Cappadocia

$22.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul: City of Majesty at the Crossroads of the World

(411)

$14.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

A Guide to Biblical Sites in Greece and Turkey

(108)

$32.50 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Greek Islands (Travel Guide)

(35)

$18.92 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Pocket Istanbul (Pocket Guide)

(170)

$9.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

1. Tengrism
2. Manichaeism
3. Buddhism
4. Zoroastrianism
5. Islam
6. Christianity
7. Judaism

The faith journey of the Turks, which started with the TENGR beliefs written on stone in the Yenisei and Orhun tribes of Asia, Buddhist paintings and temples in Dunhuang caves, Samarkand with wooden poles, Bukhara Mosques, Ahlat tombstones, Cappadocia underground churches in Anatolian geography, Göbeklitepe Temple, Karaim Synagogues, Karaman Orthodox Churches It has diversified and enriched with the ancient mythologies of Asia Minor, the Gods of Sumer, and the Rumelian dervish lodges.

The religious beliefs of the Turks, which started with Tengrism (Göktanrı), met with the monotheistic religions after Manichaeism and Buddhism, and continued their beliefs in 7 religions.

In the 21st century, more than 35 Turkish tribes and communities dispersed in Asia and Europe maintain their beliefs in 5 religions:

Islam………………………17 heights
Christianity……………….11 heights
Shamanist ………………..4 height
Buddhist …………………..3 height
Jewish………………………..2 height

Half of the 35 tribes preferred Islam, three quarters preferred Islam-Christianity, and Asian beliefs in the form of Shamanism-Buddhism were preferred by 20% of the tribes.

Turks with Different Beliefs

1.   Altay  Turks: Buddhist and Christian (Russia)
   2. Avşars: Muslim
   3. Azeris: Muslim Jafari (Azerbaijan, Iran)
   4. Chuvash: Christian (Russia)
   5. Dolgan: Shamanist (Russia)
   6. Gagauz: Christian-Orthodox (Gagauzia/Moldova)
   7. Khakas: Christian (Russia)
   8. Caspian Turks: Jewish
   9. Hazaras: Muslim (Afghanistan)
   10. Karaim- Karaite: Judeo-Karaim Sect (Ukraine, Poland)
   11. Karamanids: Christian Orthodox (Greece)
   12. Qashqai: Muslim (Iran)
   13. Kazakhs: Muslim
   14. Krymchak: Jewish (Ukraine)
   15. Kyrgyz: Muslim
   16. Crimean Tatars: Muslim (Crimean)
   17. Tatars of Kreshin: Christian (Ukraine)
   18. Kumuks: Muslim (Russia)
   19. Uzbeks: Muslim
   20. Pomaks: Muslim (Bulgaria, Greece)
   21. Rumeys: Christian (Ukraine)
   22. Sakas (Yakuts): Christian and Shamanist (Russia)
   23. Salar: Muslim (China)
   24. Yellow Uyghurs: Buddhist (China)
   25. Szeklers: Christian Catholic (Romania)
   26. Tatars: Muslim (Russia)
   27. Terekeme (Karapapak): Muslim (Azerbaijan)
   28. Torbesh: Muslim (Macedonia)
   29. Tuva: Buddhist (Russia)
   30. Tofa: Shamanist (Russia)
   31. Turkmen: Muslim
   32. Urums: Christian (Ukraine)
   33. Uyghurs: Muslim (China)
   34. Yakuts: Christian and Shamanist (Russia)
   35. Yörük Nomads: Muslim (Turkey)

Turkey - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

(53)

$7.80 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Rough Guide to Turkey (Travel Guide with eBook) (Rough Guide Main Series)

(29)

$19.19 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul: A Collection of Beautiful Photos for Istanbul Lovers, Coffee Table Picture Book (Travel Photography)

(5)

$25.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul and the Civilization of the Ottoman Empire (CENTERS OF CIVILIZATION SERIES)

(8)

$2.36 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$7.60 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

To the City: Life and Death Along the Ancient Walls of Istanbul

(8)

$24.14 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$16.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$9.28 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul Travel Guide: How to Plan a Trip to Istanbul with Best Tips for First-Timers (Journey Joy Book 12)

(32)

$4.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul in 3 Days|Travel Guide 2023|3 days plan,local tips, Photos and Online Maps: What to do in Istanbul|where to stay|top restaurants|food guide|day trips|Google maps with best spots.

(114)

$9.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Collins Turkish Phrasebook and Dictionary Gem Edition (Collins Gem)

(314)

$0.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Michelin Istanbul City Map - Laminated

(63)

$5.83 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Rick Steves Istanbul: With Ephesus & Cappadocia

(323)

$14.66 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Turkish Short Stories for Beginners: 20 Captivating Short Stories to Learn Turkish & Grow Your Vocabulary the Fun Way! (Easy Turkish Stories)

(151)

$13.75 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Fodor's Essential Turkey (Full-color Travel Guide)

(175)

$14.29 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Top 10 Istanbul (Pocket Travel Guide)

(103)

$1.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Strolling Through Istanbul: The Classic Guide to the City

(131)

$16.77 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Rick Steves Istanbul: With Ephesus & Cappadocia

$22.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$15.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

National Geographic Walking Istanbul: The Best of the City (National Geographic Walking Guide)

(37)

$14.95 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The faith journey of the Turks, which started with the TENGR beliefs written on stone in the Yenisei and Orhun tribes of Asia, Buddhist paintings and temples in Dunhuang caves, Samarkand with wooden poles, Bukhara Mosques, Ahlat tombstones, Cappadocia underground churches in Anatolian geography, Göbeklitepe Temple, Karaim Synagogues, Karaman Orthodox Churches It has diversified and enriched with the ancient mythologies of Asia Minor, the Gods of Sumer, the Rumelia dervish lodges and lodges.
The religious beliefs of the Turks, which started with Tengrism (Göktanrı), met with the monotheistic religions after Manichaeism and Buddhism, and continued their beliefs in 7 religions.

In the 21st century, more than 35 Turkish tribes and communities dispersed in Asia and Europe maintain their beliefs in 5 religions:

Islam………………………17 heights
Christianity……………….11 heights
Shamanist …………………4 height
Buddhist ……………………3 height
Jewish…………………………2 height

Half of the 35 tribes preferred Islam, three quarters preferred Islam-Christianity, and Asian beliefs in the form of Shamanism-Buddhism were preferred by 20% of the tribes.

Tengri

The first word identified in Turkish is Tengri (God). It is seen that Turks have strong beliefs and the conceptual framework is ancient and strong.

The atheism would later jump to the Americas over the Yakut Turks.

The Turks have also transformed the belief world of the Chinese with their belief in the Gods of Heaven.

Islam and the Caliphate

Islam and the Caliphate, in the struggle of the Turks against their ancient enemies China and Iran; caused them to play galabe.
Northern Islam, that is, Hanafism, systematized by Abu Hanefi, one of the Khorasan Turks, constitutes 56% of Islam. Reason and Faith support each other. Sufi beliefs abolished sectarian discrimination, Bektashism formed the infrastructure of the Ottoman expansion in Europe.

Major Axes

• a significant Muslim Turkish population in China, Iran, Russia and Europe;
• Buddhist Turkish population in China and Russia
• There are Christian and Jewish Turkish populations in Russia and Eastern Europe.

Land of the Holy Land

Turkey, the land of the holy land: The Cult of the Mother Goddess Cybele, the House of the Virgin Mary, the Council of Iznik, the revival of Orthodoxy in Turkey, 7 holy churches, Hagia Sophia, Mimar Sinan Mosques, Madrasahs, Kulliyes, Prophet Abraham Urfa, Prophet Noah, The Legend of Noah The first Christians in the Underground Churches of , Harran, St. Paul, Antakya, Tarsus, Cappadocia, Göbeklitepe (8000 BC), Syriac, Aramean, Nestorian, Eastern Christianity are all faith journeys in our country.

Nile – Amudarya (Ceyhun) Nile river and Ceyhun (Amudarya);

When two parallel lines are drawn to the east, starting from the points of Alexandria on the Nile and El Luxor Wasit in the south; Alexandria, Memphis, Cairo, Damascus, Jerusalem, Harran (on the periphery) Jerusalem, Nineveh, Baghdad, Babylon, Basra (on the periphery), Uruk (on the periphery), Isfahan (on the periphery), Nishapur, Bukhara, Samarkand.

The Turks existed during the intercontinental cultural contacts that took place on the Nile-Amu Derya/Ceyhun axis, starting from the east from the tip of Samarkand to the west.

Main Station: Transoxiana Yellow River (Huang Ho) – Ceyhun or Orhun river – The distance between Ceyhun and Ceyhun – Nile are equal. The Turks made their journey to the West, which lasted for centuries, with the intermediate station Transoxiana (Ceyhun-Seyhun).

Axis of Hanafism In the early ages of Islam in the 700s, the wise Imam-i Azam Abu Hanifa from Khorasan, patient and realistic in the systematization of Islam, by taking steps that combine faith with reason, the largest sect of Islam in the future from the Balkans to India, to Bangladesh; A union of faith and heart has been created that will extend from Tatarstan to Egypt.

In India, from geographies other than Turkey and Turkistan, the Turkish Mughal Empire in India raised Islam to a rich civilization level in the subcontinent, and enlivened the city of Agra by the Yamuna river with the Taj Mahal. During the Ottoman period, Indian Lodges continued to exist in Istanbul.

Celestial Religions in the Ottoman Empire The Ottomans undertook the representation of all the monotheistic religions; He represented Islam with the Caliphate, Orthodoxy with the Istanbul Patriarchate, Judaism with the Chief Rabbinate, and Armenia with the Patriarchate.

Christianity has its roots in Palestine and Anatolia.

The Armenian, Assyrian and Greek Orthodox churches and beliefs of Eastern Christianity originate in Turkey.

It is Ottoman diplomacy that revealed Protestantism.

Catholic Croats, Armenians, Albanians, Poles, Hungarians, Greeks had positive relations with the Ottoman Empire. The Ottoman lands became the center of the independence struggles of Poland and Hungary.

Transoxiana/Turkistan Renaissance 700-1200

Between 700 and 1200, the Renaissance of the geography of Turkestan, centered in Transoxiana, began to live 600 years before Europe. Ulugh Turkestans were familiar with languages ​​and religions. Turkistanis, who were acquainted with the religions and languages ​​of Zoroastrianism, Manicheism, Buddhism, Nestorianism, Syriacism, Hinduism, Islam and Judaism, developed the line of Sufism from all this religious diversity and richness.

Karakhanids and Seljuks (Nizamülmülk, Nizamiye Madrasahs) brought the institution of Madrasa to Islamic Civilization.
In the climate of cultural expanse and interaction that spread from Transoxiana to Iran, to Khorasan, while Turks were publishing the codes of practice of Islam with Nizamülmülk and Gazzali, the Horasan Erens, like Hacı Bektaş-ı Veli, who emerged in the same geography, developed Sufism in a way that would be unique to the Turks.

Turkistan/Khorasan – Andalusia Synthesis

After Turkestan/Horasan Sufism, leaping to Anatolia and Rumelia, in addition to the Demir Baba/Sarı Saltuk/Yunus/Mevlana/Hacı Bektaş line, the struggle with Ibn Arabi, who migrated from Andalusia, will also take on an identity. The colonizer Dervishes will unite both continents with dervish lodges, lodges and dervish lodges. they will live the togetherness of being both enterprising and contemplative.

The Complete Civilization Line: MMM and the Genetics of Turks

Transoxiana, Mesopotamia and Menderes rivers; From the Nile to the Danube… From the Nile to Ceyhun, from Ceyhun to the Yamuna river; The rich cultural accumulation created by the alluvial soils of these geographies is embedded in the genetics of the Turks.

Anatolia, the refuge of believers; It has always been a land of mercy and emigration. Anatolia, which embraced the believers with the underground churches of Cappadocia, welcomed the Andalusian Jews in 1492 and the Muslim immigrants who were exiled from the Balkans and Caucasus in the 1800s.

Mimar Sinan, who prospered the Ottoman realms with 375 architectural works, 81 of which are mosques; He is an Anatolian believer and genius who adorned the geographies and lands of the Islamic Civilization with lights.

Taj Mahal Tomb built by the Mughal Turkish Empire to represent the Islamic Civilization on the banks of the Yamuna river in India, and the Selimiye Mosque built by Mimar Sinan during the Ottoman Empire around the Meriç River in Edirne; They compete with each other in the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Mosques of Samarkand, Bukhara, Kashgar; Istanbul’s Selatin Mosques, Hagia Sophia Church/Mosque, Caspian Synagogues, Rumeli Lodges are the clear manifestations of the Perfection in the Civilization Journeys of the Turks who have expressed their identities in various beliefs.

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$9.28 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Rick Steves Istanbul: With Ephesus & Cappadocia

$15.66 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

To the City: Life and Death Along the Ancient Walls of Istanbul

(8)

$24.14 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$7.60 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Istanbul (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

(165)

$14.24 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Crescent and Star: Turkey Between Two Worlds

(214)

$11.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul Travel Guide: How to Plan a Trip to Istanbul with Best Tips for First-Timers (Journey Joy)

(32)

$14.97 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Turkish Cookbook

(894)

$40.49 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Istanbul

(165)

$5.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$16.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Turkey (Travel Guide)

(285)

$20.49 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Collins Turkish Phrasebook and Dictionary Gem Edition (Collins Gem)

(314)

$0.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Rick Steves Istanbul: With Ephesus & Cappadocia

(323)

$14.66 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Top 10 Istanbul (Pocket Travel Guide)

(103)

$12.81 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Pocket Istanbul (Pocket Guide)

(170)

$9.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Greek Islands (Travel Guide)

(35)

$18.92 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Turkey (Travel Guide)

(285)

$14.74 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Fodor's Essential Turkey (Full-color Travel Guide)

(175)

$14.29 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Lawrence Durrell Travel Reader

(45)

$1.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Essential Guide to Turkish Wine: An exploration of one of the oldest and most unexpected wine countries

(17)

$45.00 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Ağrı Dağı. Mt. Ararat towers over the land where Noah’s ark came to rest. The same story appears in the Babylonian myth of Gilgamesh.

Akhisar. An agricultural center, Thyatira was one of the Seven Churches admonished by St. John.

Alaşehir. One of the Seven Churches, Philadelphia was a border post in the 1st century AD.

Altınbaşak. Birthplace of Abraham, it was here that he heard the call to found a great nation that believed in One God. A 9th century BC Temple to Sin was part of a university complex. Crusaders held the fortress in the 12th century AD.

Ani. Ani’s continnuing fame is as a city of a thousand churches.

Ankara. The 15 th century Hacı Bayram Mosque and the Roman Temple to Rome and Augustus with its inscription about Caesar’s census are located back-to-back.

Antakya. City where Christians were first named, the 11th century Crusaders believed that they found St. Peter’s sword in the Church of St. Peter. St. Paul began his missionary journeys form Antioch.

Bergama. One of the Seven Churches, St. John denounced the Thorne of Satan in his reference to church members.

Bursa. Beautiful mosque complexes from the 13the and 14th centuries enrich the early Ottoman capital.

Divriği. Exquisite designs on Ulu Cami are a record of the skill of Selçuk stone carvers.

Diyarbakır. It comes second to Istanbul in the number of handsome mosques in the city.

Edirne. The complex of the Selimiye Camii is the masterpiece of the 16 the century architect Sinan.

Efes. Once renowned for its gleaming Temple to Diana, the archaeological site of Ephesus is famous for the missionary work of St. Paul, and as one of the churches addressed by St. John. The Home of the Virgin Mary has been a quiet mountain retreat.

Erzurum. The Yakutiye and Çifte Minareli Medreses are evidence of the Selçuk religious activities in Erzurum in the 12th and 13th centuries.

Hacıbektaş. The Bektaşi dervish community dates its inspration from the life and work of Hacı Bektaş Veli who lived here in the 13th century.

İstanbul. The museums of St. Sophia, St. Irene, and Kariye hold masterpieces of Christian art. Unrivaled Muslim relics are found in the Pavilion of the Holy Mantle in the Topkapı Museum. Among the famous mosques are the Süleymaniye Compleq and the Sultanahmet. A number of Jewish synagogues are active in the city.

İzmir. One of the Seven Churches, İzmir’s Church of St. Polycarp memorializes the 2nd century martyred bishop. Many synagogues serve the Jewish community of İzmir.

İznik. Both the first and the last of the Christian Ecumenical Councils took place in İznik.

Kapadokya (Cappadocia). Center of monastic cave churches, Christians also tunnelled many stories underground for refuge.

Kayseri. Residence of the 4th century church leaders, St. Basil and St. Gregory, Kayseri is also known in the Mahperi Huand Hatun Complex for its Selçuk Muslim art.

Konya. For Christians, Konya was one of St. Paul’s centers of preaching; for Muslims the tomb of the Whirling Dervish saint, Mevlana Celaleddin Rumi, is a place of pilgrimage.

Laodikya. The last of the Seven Churches, which was neither hot nor cold, Laodicea is close to the hot springs and travertine deposits of Pamukkale.

Mardin/Tur Abdin. Since earliest times the Tur Abdin region has been the location of Christian monasteries such as Deyrulzarafan and Mor Gabriel.

Şanlıurfa. Legendary place of the contest between Abraham and Nimrod, the Halil ar-Rahman Camii is a place of pilgrimage for Muslims.

Sart. The Temple to Artemis, the synagogue and the position of Sardis as one of the Seven Churches identify its varied religious significance.

Tarsus. Birthplace of St. Paul, Tarsus lies in the fertile Çukurova plain.

Trabzon. The ceiling of the 13th century Museum of St. Sophia is covered with Christian frescoes. Nearby in the mountains is the famous Sumelas Monastery.

Van/Ahtamar. Historically the region around Van was the center of Urartu-Ararat. The 10th century Church of the Holy Cross on the island of Ahtamar is a classic example of Armenian art.

Yalvaç. St. Paul preached his first recorded sermon in Pisidian Antioch and was expelled from the city.

Yazılıkaya. Second millennium BC priest-gods march in procession to the altar of the Hittite temple in Yazılıkaya.

Source: Anna G.Edmonds. Turkey’s Religious Sites

Laminated Istanbul Map by Borch (English) (English, Spanish, French, Italian and German Edition)

(37)

$5.96 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$9.28 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Ultimate Istanbul Travel Guide 2025: All You Need to Know Before You Go with Recommendations on Must-See Attractions, Things to Do, Hidden Gems, Where to Stay, Places to Eat, and Ways to Save

(1)

$18.90 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul in 3 Days|Travel Guide 2023|3 days plan,local tips, Photos and Online Maps: What to do in Istanbul|where to stay|top restaurants|food guide|day trips|Google maps with best spots.

(114)

$9.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Pocket Istanbul (Pocket Guide)

$13.94 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Turkish Cookbook

(894)

$40.49 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

After Happy Ever After: He thinks it's a normal holiday to Istanbul, she has other plans. (Weird Travel Book 4)

(393)

$5.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Turkey - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

(53)

$7.80 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Rick Steves Istanbul: With Ephesus & Cappadocia

(323)

$19.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$16.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

A Guide to Biblical Sites in Greece and Turkey

(108)

$32.50 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Collins Turkish Phrasebook and Dictionary Gem Edition (Collins Gem)

(314)

$0.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Idiot: A Novel

(4974)

$12.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Turkey - Culture Smart!: The Essential Guide to Customs & Culture

(53)

$11.59 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Actual Archaeology: UNDERSTANDING GOBEKLI TEPE (15)

(53)

$60.31 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

National Geographic Walking Istanbul: The Best of the City (National Geographic Walking Guide)

(37)

$14.95 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Turkish Short Stories for Beginners: 20 Captivating Short Stories to Learn Turkish & Grow Your Vocabulary the Fun Way! (Easy Turkish Stories)

(151)

$13.75 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

God's Battalions: The Case for the Crusades

(878)

$12.34 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$16.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Top 10 Istanbul (Pocket Travel Guide)

(103)

$1.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Turkey has lots of places that have had continuing and diverse religious interest from very earliest times. This is a land of great physical beauty and great natural resources, making it also land greatly desired by many people. From the beginning, it has been a bridge, crossroads, a place of vintage, challenging people to envision new and more complex concepts in political, social, artistic, and religious terms. In spite of both the beauty and harshness of the land, the generations who have lived here have contributed a remarkable degree of understanding of life and toleration for each other’s faith. Because of their records, we can appreciate the power, the symbolism, and the commonality of our ancestors’ responses.

Hoş geldiniz to Turkey; may your visit be pleasant and in peace.

Turkey is a land of great physical beauty and great natural resources, making it also a land greatly valued and desired by many people. From the beginning it has served as a bridge and the crossroads, a theatre, a battle ground, a council chamber and a place of pilgrimage, challenging people to envision new and more complex concepts in political, economic, artistic, and religious terms.

A surprising number of themes and symbols have persisted. The symbol of the earth’s fertility in the figures of the mother Goddess continues in the recognition of human dependence on God’s bounty for food and water. The nagging questions about the reality (and proximity) of an apocalyptic end to life, and the problems of moral standards of conduct are still with us, modified but unresolved. Emblems of the crescent moon, the stars and the cross appear if you’re from the time of the Hittites, now overlaid with Muslim, Jewish and Christian meanings. The history might in a way be compared to a fugue and variations on the search for the divine meaning in the patterns of our lives

Questions with which we began work on this book on this are still with me: What events, what geography­­  – over all, what grace has been a responsible for such a concentration of places and history in Turkey? Is it mere chance that the three great monothestic religions were centered in the Middle East? Did the geographic fertility of northern Mesopotamia influence the intellectual and religious ferment? Does it still? Why have some symbols persisted while others have become meaningless? What have we lost from past civilizations?

I hope that the book may challenge its readers to appreciate the richness of the entire mosaic of culture, imagination, meat, conflict, invention and religious understanding that continues to inform the history of Turkey.

Source: Anna G.Edmonds. Religious Heritage of Turkey

Istanbul Travel Guide: How to Plan a Trip to Istanbul with Best Tips for First-Timers (Journey Joy)

(32)

$14.97 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul Travel Guide: Unlock The Timeless Charms Of The Heart Of Turkey With Savvy Tips For Cultural Exploration, Detailed Itineraries And Maps (Unbeatable ... Explore Locally With Travel Hacks Book 17)

(1)

$5.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul Travel Guide 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Turkey's Vibrant Capital with Expert Tips, Hidden Gems, and Unforgettable Experiences

$17.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide: Istanbul

(165)

$5.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE PORTS TRAVEL GUIDE 2024 EDITION: Sailing the Seas of Splendor: A Comprehensive Guide to Unforgettable Mediterranean Cruise Ports in 2024 (Frank K Knowles Destination Guide)

(6)

$9.90 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

After Happy Ever After: He thinks it's a normal holiday to Istanbul, she has other plans. (Weird Travel Book 4)

(393)

$5.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$9.28 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

DK Eyewitness Travel Guide Istanbul (Eyewitness Travel Guides)

(165)

$14.24 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Turkish Cookbook

(894)

$40.49 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Rick Steves Istanbul: With Ephesus & Cappadocia

$15.66 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Pocket Rough Guide Istanbul: Travel Guide with eBook (Pocket Rough Guides)

(33)

$15.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Collins Turkish Phrasebook and Dictionary Gem Edition (Collins Gem)

(314)

$0.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Michelin Istanbul City Map - Laminated

(63)

$5.83 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Lawrence Durrell Travel Reader

(45)

$1.99 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Lonely Planet Istanbul (Travel Guide)

(250)

$16.33 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

God's Battalions: The Case for the Crusades

(878)

$12.34 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

2000 Most Common Turkish Words in Context: Get Fluent & Increase Your Turkish Vocabulary with 2000 Turkish Phrases (Turkish Language Lessons)

(218)

$13.90 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Fodor's Essential Turkey (Full-color Travel Guide)

(175)

$14.29 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

The Essential Guide to Turkish Wine: An exploration of one of the oldest and most unexpected wine countries

(17)

$45.00 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)

Istanbul: Memories and the City

(859)

$14.53 (as of 23/11/2024 20:01 GMT +03:00 - More infoProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on [relevant Amazon Site(s), as applicable] at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.)