Gifts of Love: Turkiye

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Jun 19, 2014

Turkish | Pasabahce | Pitcher | Bistro | Carafe

Pasabahce Bistro Turkish Style

Some may vary in size, shape, design.

All imported from Turkey.

Ask to see which size or style left.

Great for those summer tea parties, or for water use every day.

The quality is in the name, Pasabahce.

Mar 5, 2014

Anatolia and The Hittite

Photos- L.Yildi [mine]

Visited and traveled too the Anatolian area several times.

Found these in my travels.

These are replicas of carvings found in the Anatolia area.

They are of the Hittite.

In warfare the Hittites were famous for their skill in building

and using chariots.

These chariots gave them a military superiority.

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Mar 4, 2014

Aspendos In Antayla Turkey

Photo is mine. L.Yildi

Aspendos

Myra's Greco-Roman theater Facade facing the audience
was extremely decorative.

Theatre is in a relatively good condition.

Aspendos

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Antalya Sunset

Its called the Turkish Riviera

One of my favorite cities in Turkey.

Antayla

First time I saw how beautiful the sun was sinking.....

I ran all the way up to the highest best view.

This photo is mine, and its the most wonderful place to visit.

Been back several times, always same Hotel.

This area in summer most visited by the Germans.

Everything about it entertainment, food, shopping, swimming and so much more,

is the place to be. Rented a car and traveled along the Mediterranean.

Oct 29, 2013

Who Wears These Shoes?

No words to say....except maybe Miley would wear these?

Oct 23, 2013

The Galata Tower - Istanbul Photography

Beautiful Istanbul Turkiye [Turkey] Photography

by a friend "Omer Altiok'.

The Galata Tower is a medieval stone tower in,

the Galata district of Istanbul, Turkey, just to the north of the Golden Horn.

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Istanbul Photography

Beautiful Istanbul Turkiye [Turkey] Photography

by a friend "Omer Altiok'.

2012

The Maiden's Tower [Turkish: Kız Kulesi], also known as Leander's Tower [Tower of Leandros] since the medieval Byzantine period, is a tower lying on a small islet located at the southern entrance of the Bosphorus strait, from the coast of Üsküdar in Istanbul, Turkey.

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Oct 22, 2013

Tobacco Growers In Yakakent Turkey

During my travels to Turkey [Turkiye] I passed the Village of Yakakent on my way to Bafra. I saw all this tabacco being dried outside to sell. Behind the home you could see the Black Sea. It was a beautiful setting, with grapevines growing through arches. The home was quiet old, non the lest, it was a home for this family.

They had cattle they were milking, hens running around, huge cornfield next to them, and some young children. I gave the children gifts of candies and small toys. They invited me to share their dinner on the broken porch, home made bread, with some grilled lamb, and a salad that looked and tasted so fresh.

After wards, I helped the children learn some simple English words, while I sipped on tea. I felt right at home. Pretty soon the village had heard I was nearby, and I gave out more gifts to the ladies and children. Before I knew, another family had invited me to their home, and there I went. [No is not an option]

The next family greeted me like close family, which I was not, but they sure acted so darn friendly, and so lovable. Within a few minutes women starting setting a long table of food, and the food kept coming to soups, breads, rice, meats, salads, pastries, to watermelon.

I don't know how I ever even got up from that table. I could see when they open the door to bring out the food, women, lots of women in the kitchen. Village women had come to help cook. I was in awe of the hospitality, not only had I met them like 30 minutes before, it was like I was family they had not seen in years.

This family also provide from their farm to companies to make there earnings. Once in a life time treatment like royal you say? Its like this everywhere I went.

Good thing I had brought extra gifts from the girls at eBay, like small soaps, keychains, purses, makeup and more. I even collected all the toys from the McDonald's meals, even some ladies provided me cash donations [I never asked] to purchase more candies.

Being one of the most labor intensive agricultural production activities,tobacco production is an important source of employment.

Most of its labor requirements are met through family labor.

With approximately 600.000 tobacco growers in Turkey,

and assuming the involvement of 2.5 persons per family,

tobacco production employs some 1.5 million persons.

More are employed in other tobacco-related activities,

like transportation, storage, trade and cigarette manufacturing.

All Photos: Mine- L. Yildiz

Sep 15, 2012

I Never Thought....

Did you know?

St. Nicholas known as Santa Claus, was born and lived as

bishop of Myra (Kale) in Turkiye, (Turkey).

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Aug 18, 2012

Travel My Way - Turkiye

This country Turkiye is full of ancient history, beautiful food and people.
This country Turkey has so much to offer. I want to touch all its history.

Some photos are mine.

Jul 19, 2012

Turkey Gives Free Coffee for Reading Books

As part of the “Turkey is reading” campaign, a coffee shop in Kahramanmaraş is serving tea and coffee free of charge to those who read books in the café.....

Read more by Clicking LINK below.

BOOKS - Coffee shop in southeast Turkey gives free drinks for reading books:

Jun 18, 2012

Bringing Smiles to Village Children

Photo: me-L.Y.

"You will find, as you look back on your life, that the moments that stand out are the moments when you have done things for others." - Quote: H.Drummond

All one has to do is bring chocolates, American candies and gums.

Throw in some Mattel die cast cars, even McDonald toys and you get a smile.

A smile that stays in your heart.

This is what I do when I travel into villages in Turkiye. I once gave a small girl a tiny coin purse, and when I came back the next year, there she was playing street ball with other children.

She saw me and saw her reached in her pocket and pulled out that tiny coin purse I gave her the year before. I reached in my bag and gave her candies and gifts.

Photo by: Me-L.Y.

Jun 15, 2012

Zeytin Grill Presents Father's Day Brunch-Dallas

What a way to spend Father's Day with your dad, brother, or son.
Zeytin Mediterranean Turkish Grill.

Get ready to feast on Authentic Turkish foods.

Make it a tradition with the family and come back every year for the BEST food ever in DFW.

Click LINK below for details, menu and directions.

Zeytin Grill Home

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Zeytin Grill Home - Dallas

Gyro, Doner Kebab and Chicken Doner

One of my favorites is the Gyro sandwich.

Now open in the Dallas area of Las Colinas

Check the link below for menu, times, and specials.

Zeytin Grill Home:

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May 27, 2012

Grand Final of the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest

Sweden wins this years 2012 Eurovision.

One of my favorite shows I watch every year. If you missed it, I got it here for you to watch.

Get your popcorn and soda, its over 3 hours long, but if you love dancing, and music from all over the world, today is your lucky day. Would you believe Engelbert Humperdinck represented the UK with song, "Love will set you free".
My Turkish representative was ok, but we'll see who next years bring.

See lots of photos and videos by clicking the link below.

Credit goes to the EBU and the photographer.

Grand Final of the 2012 Eurovision Song Contest | Eurovision Song Contest - Baku 2012: