January 2023

Turkey

Here are some analog snapshots from my first trip to Turkey back in 2023. I spent a full month in the country, starting in Istanbul, then exploring Cappadocia and the south coast.
Ferry in Eminönü, ready to leave
IstanbulI stayed in the metropole for two weeks in total, hosted by two friends I hadn’t seen in ages. I didn’t have any particular plans so I just went with the flow.
Blue Mosque, in IstanbulBlue Mosque, in Istanbul
Fishermen on Galata bridgeThis iconic bridge of Istanbul connects Eminönü and Karaköy, two historic neighborhoods on the European side of the city. It is known for the many fishermen who line its edges every day.
Galata tower and Galata bridge, full of fishermenGalata tower and Galata bridge, full of fishermen
“ Vapors „The “vapors” are Istanbul’s ferries. They make their way back and forth all day, serving as one of the city’s most-used means of transport and connecting the European and Asian sides. Somehow, they’re a total contrast to the city's buzz!
Ferry in Eminönü, ready to leave"Vapor" in Eminönü, ready to leave
Night train to CappadociaI decided to go travel around the country and the first destination was Cappadocia. I reached it by train with a connection in Ankara.
TCDD (Turkish State Railways) train, waiting on the platform in IstanbulTCDD (Turkish State Railways) train,waiting in Istanbul's station
Exploring CappadociaMy train ride ended in Kayseri and I managed to catch a bus, just in time, to Göreme where I was staying.I spent over a week exploring the area, particularly famous for its landscapes and caves. I began with various hikes in the surrounding valleys.
Mount Erciyes, from Uçhisar's rockMount Erciyes, from Uçhisar's rock
And here are some random pictures from the area
Mosque tower taken from the Nevşehir CastleMosque tower taken from the Nevşehir Castle
Cappadocia from the skyThe region is also famous for its hot air balloons. Even though it's very touristic, it allows to see the landscape from a different perspective.
Sunrise just after taking offSunrise just after taking off
South coastI headed south to spend a few days on the medditerranean coast, first in Antalya and then in Kaş.
Boat in AntalyaBoat in Antalya
PamukkaleFinally, when it was time to go back to Istanbul, I decided to stop by Pamukkale which is renowned for its natural springs.
Another hot air balloon in the sky but this time in PamukkaleAnother hot air balloon in the sky but this time in Pamukkale
EndI've spent a month in Turkey but I only saw a small part of it. It was challenging to truly capture the moments I experienced there, but I hope these pictures still give you a glimpse of it.
Bus's drivers waiting to leave in Denizli's stationBus's drivers in Denizli's station
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