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Glitz, intrigue and gore, melting in the warm sunshine, the station hall has been transformed into a variety of functions, there are museums, displaying the era of the Orient Express; There are entertainment clubs, spin dance performances twice a week, and there are Turkish tea rooms, and the so-called waiting hall is the only one person waiting for the bus. Pen? Interesting? Pavilion wWw. biquge。 info
Or are you like a tourist who comes to meet the legendary stories? The Orient Express is a special train that crossed Europe more than 100 years ago, and in the 30s of the last century was its heyday, it was famous for its luxury and comfort, and there was an endless stream of royal families, nobles, merchants, scholars, diplomats, and celebrities.
The Orient Express has been rerouted several times, but the main direction is largely the same, from Paris (and sometimes across the sea to London) via Munich, Vienna, Bucharest, Belgrade, Varna in Bulgaria, etc., to the mysterious city of Istanbul. The Orient Express originally meant an international train to the East.
Through the interpretation and dissemination of literary works, it is now used to refer to passionate exotic travel or luxury travel. Currently, the station is only responsible for passenger services from Istanbul to Europe. Not far from the Sirkeji railway station is the Galata Bridge, and there are many people fishing on the bridge, regardless of the time of day or season.
This is their own little samovar. When Yunluo was curious about this object, the enthusiastic locals actually asked N ∴ Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi to have a drink. Along the way, I have lost count of the number of simple and enthusiastic people I have met who have made Yunluo's trip to Turkey full of beauty.
The global selfie mode takes a look at the eminonu pier and the Galata Tower, and the sky is so kind, giving Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi an extra hour of time, but also giving Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi a clear sky, and the forecast rain has not appeared. The Golden Horn and the Galata Tower are under this clear sky.
In the last days when Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi were about to leave, they showed the most beautiful appearance that Yunluo had seen. I don't know whether to say that God pities Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi, or whether to say that God loves Istanbul and Turkey is really a European enjoyment. Prices in Asia. Accommodation is cheap.
Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi were found on booking throughout the whole process, except for the first stop Pamukkale was booked before departure, and the others were determined according to the itinerary the night before. This is also one of the tips to save money and book non-cancellable accommodations at a cheaper price. No way, poor. Save if you can.
This trip to Turkey Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi tried the homestay, not only has the style, but also is more accessible and understands the locals, which is very good. 1. Pamukkale Melroseviewpointhotel, booking booked, $54/night. Newly built family hotel, the accommodation is clean and decorated in Mediterranean style.
The terrace of the restaurant has a good view. The owner is welcoming and takes you to the scenic spot and the bus station for free. The downside is that the dinner is more greasy. Expensive. Good overall rating, recommend 2.Selcuk urkmezhotel. $50/night. In the center of the town, away from the bus station.
The train station and various attractions are not far away, and in front of the door are ancient Roman stone pillars from thousands of years ago. There are many small restaurants and supermarkets around, and it is convenient to eat and shop. The owner was welcoming, the owner's son was handsome, and the attentive service and chat were quite heartwarming. It's just that the conditions are too simple. The overall rating is average. 3. Alacati Sultankonak Family Hotel.
$69/night. Very nice family hotel, owned by a retired Swiss airline employee. The furnishings of the home are also exquisite, and the hall is chatting around the fireplace, drinking tea and watching antiques. Breakfast was specially made. The dining table with a lace tablecloth was filled to the brim. Through the floor-to-ceiling windows, there are hammocks, beauty collapses, and rocking chairs in the small courtyard.
There are also huge cushions that seem to be placed casually and unintentionally. Satisfied with everything, except for the dog. You must know that Yunluo is a person who is quite afraid of dogs. There is also the fact that this is more suitable for those who have a car, after all, the hotel is a bit far from the town. Overall very good rating, highly recommend 4. Saffron: mehveshanimkonagi.
This is the most desirable inn before Yunluo's trip, and it is also the most expensive one in Turkey. More than a hotel in Istanbul. $89/night. Quaint houses, quaint decorations, quaint living situations. When you enter the door, you have to take off your shoes, and the whole building is carpeted (that's a Turkish carpet).
Went straight to the room after check-in, no key. There is only a symbolic lock on the door, which can be opened inside and out. When I go out, I just symbolically close the door to show that someone is living there. Breakfast was made by the hostess herself. It's hearty. The overall rating is good and highly recommended. 5. Istanbul: DiamondRoyal Hotel.
USD 158 for 2 nights. The room was so small that you couldn't fit anything else when you opened the suitcase. It should be newly renovated and clean. Toilet appliances are newer. The location is behind the old train station, close to the LRT station and a short walk to the Old Palace, Sophia Cathedral, the Blue Mosque as well as the marina and the Galata Bridge.
Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi booked a twin room, gave a double room, and sent a bottle of red wine and a large fruit plate to apologize. The staff were welcoming but not professional enough. In the case that the surrounding area is all 100 USD/night, the cost performance is high. Good overall rating, recommended.
The means of transportation to and from Istanbul and to Izmir is by plane, Izmir to Denizli is by train, and the others are by intercity bus, and there is a minibus to the scenic spot. In Istanbul it is mainly tram. Bus traffic in Turkey is very well developed, with many routes and short intervals.
The road conditions and vehicle conditions are very good, and the management is scientific. No matter how long the distance is, the bus stops at the rest stop every 2 hours or so, and the driver will go to take a break for a cigarette, a cup of tea, and a break. The tram blue line in Istanbul is very useful, the Grand Bazaar, Suleymaniye Mosque, Blue Mosque, Sophia Cathedral.
Topkapi Palace, Sirkeji Railway Station, Yeni Mosque, Spice Bazaar, Eminonu Pier, Galata Bridge, Galata Tower, and the New Royal Palace are all on this line. Of course, Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi are more often on foot, because Pamukkale, Kusadasi, Selcuk, and Saffron City are not big.
Walking is all the way to meet the needs, and Istanbul's attractions are relatively concentrated, just a short walk and public transport. In Istanbul, because of walking, Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi discovered the artistic steps, which are one of the top ten artistic steps in the world. About gastronomy as the third largest food country represented by mutton. It is also the kingdom of spices, and "eating" is naturally a must-have item in Turkey. The taste is from high to low according to personal feelings.
Grilled fish burger (Eminonu Pier in Istanbul), grilled fish (available by the sea), stew with rice (Selcuk), bagel (including naan and bread), grilled meat (available everywhere), pudding, sea red envelope rice, lamb meatballs, roasted corn, roasted chestnuts. In addition, I ate a grape leaf beef roll in saffron, which is a local specialty, generally.
Baked potatoes must be very close to Russia, so I didn't taste them. Desserts are also local Turkish specialties and are not considered sweet. Specialty ice cream is more expensive than the regular one and is not as tasty as the regular one. It's just fun. Pomegranate juice is very healthy and completely freshly squeezed. Turkish tea to taste, especially apple tea slightly sour, very tasty about shopping cashmere scarves.
Cotton knitwear, a variety of fruit teas, olive oil skin care products, essential oil soaps, spices, fudge and Turkish rugs, silver cutlery, various plates are all local specialties. Blue Eyes (also known as evil eyes) are everywhere and are very beautiful, but they don't dare to buy them because they see a little gossip. In general, prices in Istanbul are higher than elsewhere.
Handmade, in particular, is much cheaper for items of the same texture in Saffron City and in Alacati. But no matter where you are, Turkish carpets don't come cheap. There are small bottles of pomegranate sauce. Similar to light soy sauce, with barbecue or something, it is more distinctive and not expensive, 2.9 lira a bottle.
Those who like to cook can buy it for a change of mouth or something. In terms of expenses, prices in Turkey are more expensive than in Southeast Asia and cheaper than in Europe. In addition to airfare, Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi are $700 per person in Turkey, including accommodation and transportation (excluding Istanbul to Izmir airfare).
Expenses. It also depends on the individual's situation, especially the accommodation. There is a big difference between extravagance and frugality. Asian faces are very rare and popular in Turkey, Turkish men have the openness of Europeans, and they do not hide their love for Asian women.
Especially women who travel alone, young and old. After understanding this, it may be helpful for everyone to deal with pick-ups. First, don't think you're attractive. Second, you don't have to think that the other party is abrupt. The few pick-ups that Yunluo encountered in Turkey should be regarded as a small tidbit.
The first time I was in the ancient city theater in Pamukkale, it was only more than 10 hours to go to Turkey, first to take a group photo, and then to say a lot of words in English or Turkish, which Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi did not understand. followed Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi not far away, and invited Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi to watch this and that.
Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi showed no interest from time to time, and just wanted to get rid of him early. The second time on the beach in Kusadasi, the man praised Yunluo for how beautiful he was, and said that Yunluo looked like a ladygaga and had never associated himself with fashion, and he was still very useful for a while.
After he introduced himself to Yunluo, Yunluo politely stretched out his hand and said "nicetomeetyou". I don't want the other person to kiss instead of shaking hands. Western etiquette is still unaffordable, and the next Facebook, Yunluo said no. The third time on the ** street in Istanbul, the clouds fell when shooting the street scene.
The man posed to take pictures, which made Yunluo mistakenly think that the locals liked to take pictures and behave. After Yunluo finished taking pictures, he asked to see the photos, and Yunluo showed them to him. He first praised Yunluo's good skills, and then said that the scenery was very good, the people were very beautiful, and he also took pictures of Yunluo.
and said that he had to send the photo to Yunluo, asking for Yunluo's phone number and email. Yunluo generously showed him the local phone display in his phone, and Yunluo believed that he would never be able to figure out Yunluo's area code. Then he said that his house was nearby, and he wanted to invite Yunluo to have a cup of tea. Yunluo expressed his gratitude and said that he did not have time.
He reluctantly said that it would only take a little time. After a 9-day trip to Turkey, Yunluo also has experience in this, and is still polite to say that there are friends waiting for Yunluo.
He expressed respect and said he would call Yunluo. This is a bit of a technical pick-up. This matter was joked by Natasha all the way. Another point I want to say is that in the 9 days in Turkey, only saffron did not meet a conversation, which shows that the local people are simple.
I have always thought that happiness is in the distance, in the future that can be chased. Only later did I find out that those who had embraced. The hands that have been shaken, the songs that have been sung, the tears that have been shed, the people who have been loved, and the so-called past, are happiness.
At 5:00 in the morning, the alarm clock didn't go off, so I woke up naturally, and the jet lag fell too fast, so I got used to it so quickly. The sky was already getting white. The Aegean Sea was still asleep. The air is fresh.
Get up and eat breakfast, it's not very delicious, Yunluo is afraid, 30tl. Turkey has a lot of sunshine, so the fruits are very juicy and sweet. Many locals on the seashore are running along the Aegean Sea in the morning, and the clouds are willing to fall.
Today I am going to the ancient city of Iphiso, I heard that it is very well preserved. It's a masterpiece of ancient Greek architecture, so take your luggage and go. All the way south, from Canakkale to Izmir.
Izmir is a medium-sized city nestled in the mountains with a population of 5 million and a fairly high density of houses, but there are hardly any high-rise buildings in sight throughout the city. There are many gas stations and brands in Turkey, and the price of oil should be quite cheap for Turks. 4TL is less.
After lunch, we arrived at the ancient city of Iphiso. It is an ancient city built more than 2,300 years ago. But it was built at no less level than it is today. The whole ancient city is circular, with a residential area in the center and various urban facilities around it. The opera house, above the Marble Boulevard, is small and can only accommodate about 200 people.
The European-style marble columns were badly damaged in the earthquake. Only a few are still standing, but they are also precarious. You can't touch it, in case it falls and overwhelms people, the value is incalculable, and you can't afford to pay for working in Turkey for the rest of your life.
Walking down this marble-paved main city road?