Off the Page podcast: Journey through time – Türkiye’s ancient wonders and İstanbul like a local

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There are few places in the world that pack in more ancient wonders than Türkiye. From Ephesus, one of the most magnificent cities of the Roman Empire, to Göbeklitepe, the world’s earliest known human-made structure, Türkiye offers a rare insight into early civilisations.

In this comprehensive episode we will be exploring Türkiye’s ancient wonders in the company of the woman who literally wrote the book on it. Pat Yale has lived in Türkiye for over 30-years, visited all 81 provinces and penned numerous guidebooks about her adopted home in that time. From the ancient city of Troy to the ruins of Aphrodisias this is a journey through time into the heart of one of the most fascinating countries on Earth.

But that’s not all. As a local resident, Pat is also going to reveal her inside tips on how to see Istanbul like a local. From which Bosphorus cruise to take and how to tackle the Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) to where to get the best coffee and the tastiest meal in town, this is your guide to Istanbul’s path less travelled.

Highlights include:

• Visiting the architectural marvel of Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya), the Ottoman-era Topkapi Palace, and Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar.
• Getting local tips on the best of Istanbul’s food scene including Istiklal Avenue and Neviz Sokak where you can sample meze and sip on raki, Türkiye’s national spirit.
• Taking a journey through time to explore Türkiye’s ancient cities of Ephesus, Troy, Aphrodisia and more.
• Exploring Cappadocia, famous for its moon-like landscapes, underground cities and spectacular rock-carved churches.
• Discovering our expert guests’ ultimate 2-week ‘Journey Through Time’ itinerary exploring the ancient wonders, and UNESCO heritage sites of Türkiye.

Find out more

For further inspiration and to plan your own Türkiye escape, head to the official tourist board website at goturkiye.com.

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