HERITAGE TOURS; STORIES OF THE PEOPLE…
“…There is no difference between the Johnnies and the Mehmets for us; where they lie side by side here in this country of ours…”
Ataturk (Founder of Turkish Republic), Letter to Anzacs1934
History tends to repeat itself. That’s why history reading is important to see the beginnings and ends of stories. Blue Phoenix Travel will help you go deep in history and search for the stories of the people where the truths are beneath the words and cultural heritages…
HERITAGE HIGHLIGHTS OF TURKEY
MASTERS OF THE STONES; ARMENIANS
Skillful Armenians have been the silent artist of Anatolia through history. Their stories can be heard from the great buildings they erected or the shine of the jewels that they crafted.
ECHOES OF BYZANTINE EMPIRE
The Byzantine Empire was the protector of Orthodox Christianity and in Turkey, all original orthodox edifices were built by Byzantines. Great councils, churches and icons will be our main subjects of study.
UNDER THE STAR OF DAVID
In the darkness of medieval times, when Spain exiled the Jews, Ottoman Empire embraced them all and honored as the new citizens of Istanbul.
OLD GRAVES OF YOUNG SOLDIERS
Heartbreaking stories of the Anzac shows the greedy face of World War I. The death of young soldiers lets one nation awake and their grief was the light of their path.
HITTITES; THE FORGOTTEN EMPIRE
The ancient world was ruled by two great powers: Egyptians & Hittites. Hattusa was the Hittite capital where they praised all religions and created their fascinating culture.
ANATOLIAN EAGLES; SELJUK’S
Between the11th to 13th century, Anatolia was ruled by the great Seljuk’s of Anatolia. They created a great society adorned with their architecture and art.
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