The Trip

Istanbul is the gateway to Asia.

Anatolia

After crossing the Bosporus, Turkey gets to looking a lot more like Asia.

The Food

You can eat very well without spending a lot in Turkey.

Shopping

Every Turk seems to be a carpet dealer.

Breakfast

Breakfast at the cave hotel in Cappadocia came with a beautiful view of the city below.

Cappadocia

Cappadocia is known for its spectacular natural rock formations. Dwellings and churches are

carved into the rocks.

Ants World

There are several underground cities carved into the rock in Cappadocia. One even went down

seven stories. Claustrophobic.

Fresh Fruit

The Turks eat well. This kilogram of fresh strawberries cost two dollars. They were as good

as they looked.

Hiking

An afternoon hike near Cappadocia brought us into this little village.

Balloon Ride

We got up before dawn to take a ride on a hot air balloon over

Cappadocia.

Classic View

The ride was spectacular.