Turkish Government Aims To Solve Kurdish Issue Through Democratization and Egalitarianism

Atalay told a press conference –held to inform the public about the government measures to address the “Kurdish Issue”– that this problem could only be solved by enhancement of democratic rights and ensuring that all citizens feel themselves as equal and free individuals.

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Saint Perre Church is in Antakya, Turkey, the land of the civilisations.
It is known as the first church of christianity.

The church was established at the slopes of Habib-i Neccar mountains. The place was a natural cave actually ,but it was converted into the church with addings.

St. Pierre, who is the one of the disciple of Jesus, came to Antakya in 29-40 a.c. and tried to spread of christianity. The first religios meeting of christianity was done here in which the first time they call themselves "Christian".

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July 28th Press Review

Bey Daglari Mountains (3086 m)

The crest of the range parallels the north-south line of the western shore of the Gulf of Antalya. With altitudes ranging between 600 and 3086 meters, these mountains offer geologists and geographers many peculiar morphological characteristics. Tekedorugu, Bakirlidag, Tahtalidag and Kizlarsivrisi summits are particularly remarkable.

The highest peak on the mountains is Mt. Kizlarsivrisi (3086 m). Climbers reach the peak through the cedar forested Camcukuru valley. The best way to get to the valley is by road inland from Antalya to Elmali. Antalya, of course, can be reached from Izmir, Istanbul and Ankara by land, air and sea routes.

Mount Tahtali, west of Kemer, offers another interesting ascent. Rising to an elevation of 2360 meters, pine and deciduous forests cover the slopes up to an altitude of 200 m. bare meadows stretch to the summit. The climb up Mt. Tahtali begins at Sogukpinar, a short drive from Kemer. From there both walking and climbing bring you to a place for camping. The final ascent is carried out on the flank facing the coast and offers a spectacular and ever-changing view.

Although it is possible to organize trips to Beydaglari all year round, April, May and June offer both a temperate climate and a chance to experience the rich vegetation in the region.

Waiting for our flight at Istanbul Airport

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Waiting for our flight at European Capital of Culture 2010 “Istanbul” Airport

Istanbul Sunset and a Photographer

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European Capital of Culture 2010 “Istanbul” Sunset and a Photographer

Flamingos of Tuzla,Turkey

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Flamingos of Tuzla,Turkey

Ancient houses of Tarsus

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Ancient houses of Tarsus

Kalkan

Kalkan is an old fishing town, and the only safe harbor between Kaş and Fethiye; famous for its white-washed houses, descending to the sea, and its brightly colored bougainvilleas.

Until the early 1920s the majority of its inhabitants were Greeks. They had to leave the town in 1923 because of the Exchange of populations between Greece and Turkey after the Greco-Turkish War. They emigrated mainly to Attica, where they founded the new town of Kalamaki.

With much of the surrounding land still undeveloped and with many nearby remains of ancient civilizations, Kalkan is the ideal resort for those who want calm and relaxation, enjoy the natural beauty of the cleanest seashores, of rough mountains covered with pine forests, and also for those who want to explore the remains of the ancient Lycian cities in the neighborhood.

Lycia, "The Land of Light", which is the first known federation in history, included the many city states between modern day Fethiye and Antalya, and its capital was Xanthos (Arna in Lycian language), which is Kinik today, 17 km from Kalkan.

Kalkan was an important harbour town until 1970’s as the only sea port for the environs. It declined after construction of Fethiye road but revived after the emergence of the tourism industry in the region.

Although part of the Antalya province administratively, Kalkan is connected more closely to Fethiye economically and for transportation.

British newspaper The Independent listed Kalkan among the best tourist destinations for 2007. The paper recommended Kalkan especially for those seeking a romantic vacation and who do not want to travel far from their home country in Europe, and defined the town as a destination of choice.