Turkey Collection (page 9)

Ottoman Empire Views (2 / 5)
Cabinet de Toilet in an Arab Bath house

The Provision Shop. A General Grocers store selling rabbits, turkeys, chops, butter and tinned foods

The Call to Prayer - Constantinople
The Hodja upon the minaret calling the believers to prayer at Constantinople, Turkey

French Warships - Constantinople
French warships at Constantinople at the end of the First World War

Turkish Warship - Sultan Selim I

Armistice between Turkey & the Allies
The signing of the Armistice between Turkey & the Allies on 30th October 1918 at Mudros. Ahmet Izzet Pasha (1864 - 1937). Izzet negotiated the Turkish Armistice at the end of World War One

Sultan Visits France
Abdul-Aziz, Sultan of Turkey, visits France : he is welcomed at Paris by Napoleon at the gare de Lyon though soon he will be deposed and kill himself

Turkish Sword Dance
Turkish sword dance

Fighting Cocks & Turkey
Two fighting cocks are watched by a turkey in the farmyard (illustration to the fable The Fighting Cocks and the Turkey )

Mount Ararat, Turkey
as seen from the road to Erivan : it was here that Noahs ark finally beached as the waters of the Deluge subsided

Antakya (Antioch)
Distant view of the city, formerly known as Antioch

Rumeli Hisar fort and Fatih bridge, Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Sumela monastery, Trabzon, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Marmaris, Turkey, Anatolia, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Tomatoes in large commercial greenhouse, near Kursunlu, near Antalya, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

War graves near Anzac Cove, Gallipoli, Turkey, Europe

Topkapi Palace, the Imperial Council chamber, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia), Byzantine mosaic of Virgin Mary with infant Jesus, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

St. Nicholas church dating from beween the 8th and 11th centuries, Myra, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Taksim Tunnel Tram at Tunnel Square, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Historic tram, busy street, Istikla Caddesi, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Sand Sculptures, Antalya, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Peasant woman in the street, Yoruk koyu, near Safranbolu, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Remains of a Hittite temple at Eflatun Pinar, Beysehir, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

The Bosphorus Bridge, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Close-up of mosaic, Topkapi Palace, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Gulets in the harbour with the town and hills in the background, at Marmaris, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Figure at work below the Armenian Church of the Holy Cross, on Akdamar Island, beside Lake Van, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Hellenistic and Roman sites, Cnidos, Turkey, Aegean, Eurasia

Gulets moored off the Blue Coast, Turkey, Anatolia, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Town and castle ruins, Ortahisar, near Urgup, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Bodrum and Bodrum Castle, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Statue of Virtue, Arete, on the facade of the Roman Library of Celsus dating from between 110 and 135 AD, at the archaeological site of Ephesus, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Hot air ballooning above Cappadocian landscape, Cappadocia, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Asia

Olu Deniz, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia

Pigeon Island, Kusadasi, Anatolia, Turkey, Asia Minor, Eurasia

Book of the procession in honour of circumcision of Prince Mehmed, Topkapi Palace Library, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

Egyptian obelisk, Istanbul, Turkey, Europe

The Beyoglu area of the city and a road bridge over the Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey

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Turkey, a land steeped in history and culture, is a captivating destination that offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of civilizations that have shaped its identity. From the majestic bust of the Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius to the intricate Iznik tiles in Topkapi Palace, every corner of this enchanting country tells a story. As we explore Turkey's past, we encounter remnants of empires long gone. The Map of The Byzantine Empire takes us back to an era when Constantinople stood as the heart of civilization. Apostle Paul's Missionary Journeys lithograph reminds us of Turkey's significance in early Christianity. Delving further into history, we uncover the Ancient Persian Empire through an ancient map. Its influence on Turkish soil cannot be understated. Similarly, Ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean showcase their indelible mark on this land. In more recent times, Mustafa Kemal Ataturk emerges as a towering figure who led Turkey towards modernity and progress during his tenure as president from 1923 to 1938. His legacy lives on today as he remains an inspiration for many. Religion also plays a significant role in Turkey's heritage. The Armenian church of Holy Cross stands proudly on Akdamar Island in Lake Van—a testament to centuries-old faith and architectural marvels. Artistic endeavors find their place too within Turkey's borders. Louis Wain's A Christmas Catastrophe painting adds whimsy and charm to our understanding of cultural expressions throughout time. No visit to Turkey would be complete without experiencing its iconic landmarks firsthand—the awe-inspiring Aya Sofya (Hagia Sophia) Sultanahmet being one such gem that leaves visitors spellbound with its grandeur. Finally, let us not forget about Istanbul’s Topkapi Palace adorned with mesmerizing Iznik tiles—each tile telling tales from different periods while showcasing breathtaking craftsmanship unique to this region.