@ Kas Bay, Antalya Akemi begins her tour of "Turkey: Mediterranean". Merhaba nasılsınız! Kas Bay, Antalya Kas is a Unesco world heritage site. Kas means eyebrow in Turkish, Meis Island looks like an eye, and Kas Bay looks like the eyebrow over it. Kas was founded by the Lycians. In Kas, you can visit a Lycian tomb and other ancient ruins. A popular sport in Kas Bay is scuba diving.
While travelling Turkey, you met Midnight.
Akemi shook paws with Midnight the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Old Fortress Walls, Antalya Old Town “I can never remember how to spell ‘Mediterranean’, Akemi,” mused Blástjarna, clutching a postcard and sucking the end of her pen. “Is it two ts and one r?” “Simples,” grinned Akemi. “You just need to remember it’s got ‘terra’ in the middle, which is Latin for ‘earth’, and the ‘Medi’ bit means ‘middle’. Put the two together and Bob’s your uncle.” “Middle Earth!” cried Blástjarna. Old Fortress Walls, Antalya Old Town This photograph shows some of the remaining ancient fortress walls. Most of the walls have been torn down as the city expanded. The stunning blue of the water has earned this area the name of The Turquoise Coast, and Turquoise is Old French for Turkish Stone.
While travelling Turkey, you met Blástjarna.
Akemi shook paws with Blástjarna the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Eagle And Tazi Canyon, Antalya "What does our travel brochure recommend for local food, Graham?" queried Akemi. Graham consulted the document. "It recommends a spicy Adana kebab and to accompany it, Şalgam, a popular drink originating from Adana and Mersin. The drink is made from purple carrots, ground bulgur, salt, yeast and water, flavoured with fermented aromatic turnip. The drink is traditionally served cold in glasses with pickled carrots, or tane, cut into long slices, and sometimes a spoonful of red hot pepper relish stirred into the drink just before serving." "Wow! Sounds great, Graham, let's find ourselves a vendor!" Eagle And Tazi Canyon, Antalya Considered to be one of the most beautiful canyons in the Mediterranean. Eagle and Tazi Canyon is located in the national park Köprülü Canyon, which is between the districts of Serik and Manavgat. The depth of the Tazi Canyon ranges from 200 to 500 meters, Kopruchay River.
While travelling Turkey, you met Graham.
Akemi shook paws with Graham the Majestic Monarch Butterfly. They both received one silver mole!
@ Olympos Beydaglari National Park "Did you know the oldest shipwreck in the world was discovered off the shore at Uluburun, Kas Kaş in 1982?" asked Akemi. "Really?" responded Munich. "How old was the ship?" "It is believed that the ship dates back to the late 14th century BCE. It's on display at the Bodrum Museum of Underwater Archaeology. Just think, the sailors that once navigated this ancient vessel belonged to the Bronze Age!" Olympos Beydaglari National Park Located southwest of Antalya this national park was established in 1972. Within the park are the ancient ruins of Olympos (Olympus), Phaselis, and Idyros. The park encompasses an area of 34,425 ha (132.92 sq mi). From the coastline to mountains this park is popular with tourists looking to hike, camp, paraglide, or engage in water sports. Pack up a picnic and enjoy the beautiful scenery.
While travelling Turkey, you met Munich.
Akemi shook paws with Munich the Red Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Moon And Sea, Antalya Akemi and Midnight were entranced on reaching this Mediterranean viewpoint and eagerly posed for a picture standing on either side! Moon And Sea, Antalya After a busy day of sightseeing, you and your pets take a few moments to appreciate the splendour that is a moonlit sea. A cooling breeze, gentle light from the moon, the sound of the sea telling you it is time to relax. Goodnight dear pets, tomorrow will be another fun-filled day.
While travelling Turkey, you met Midnight.
Akemi shook paws with Midnight the Midnight Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Caves, Antalya Akemi and PluttiPott were entranced on reaching this Mediterranean viewpoint and eagerly posed for a picture standing on either side! Caves, Antalya If you wish to go cave exploring, Antalya is a perfect place to visit. There are many caves, and Antalya has the world's third-longest underwater cave, Altinbesik Cave. Karain Cave, at 500,000 years old, is considered to be the oldest human habitation in Anatolia, inhabited from the Paleolithic to the Iron Age. Blue cave (Mavi Magara) is located in the Kekova region, a small Turkish Island in Antalya province. The Blue Cave has gained its name from the sapphire walls as light bounces off the bright blue water of the sea.
While travelling Turkey, you met PluttiPott.
Akemi shook paws with PluttiPott the Playful Penguin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Tip Of Alanya Peninsula "Hey, Akemi, it says here that although coffee doesn't come from Turkey, the Turks brought coffee to Europe in the 16th century. 'Try their classic mocha coffee, brewed in a cezve, a small copper pot.'" "Mmm, I had some for breakfast this morning, Layla!" Tip Of Alanya Peninsula Alanya Castle stands atop this peninsula, a Seljuk-era citadel dating from 1226. This area is popular with boaters and partiers who wish to spend the day admiring the lovely views.
While travelling Turkey, you met Layla.
Akemi shook paws with Layla the Black Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ The Sea, Antalya Oh look ... you found a picturesque rock! The Sea, Antalya As far as the eye can see, nothing but blue ocean, waves and clouds. Maybe you and your pets would like to take a dip in that blue water, or perhaps you would prefer to just sit and read a good book or think your thoughts without any distractions.
While travelling Turkey, you met Choco.
Akemi shook paws with Choco the Chocolate Milky Moo Cow. They both received one silver mole!
@ Palm Trees And Distant Mountains "What does our travel brochure recommend for local food, Pu[?" queried Akemi. Pu[ consulted the document. "It recommends a spicy Adana kebab and to accompany it, Şalgam, a popular drink originating from Adana and Mersin. The drink is made from purple carrots, ground bulgur, salt, yeast and water, flavoured with fermented aromatic turnip. The drink is traditionally served cold in glasses with pickled carrots, or tane, cut into long slices, and sometimes a spoonful of red hot pepper relish stirred into the drink just before serving." "Wow! Sounds great, Pu[, let's find ourselves a vendor!" Palm Trees And Distant Mountains The Phoenix theophrasti is the only native palm tree to Turkey, other species were introduced. The tree is purely ornamental, but when you see a scene like this you are not thinking about anything other than how relaxing this is.
While travelling Turkey, you met Pu[.
Akemi shook paws with Pu[ the Yellow Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Termessos Theatre, Antalya Akemi and Tallahassee were entranced on reaching this Mediterranean viewpoint and eagerly posed for a picture standing on either side! Termessos Theatre, Antalya Termessos is one of the best-preserved ancient cities of Turkey. It lies 34 kilometers to the north-west of Antalya, soaring over 1,000 meters above the sea, and is located in the Güllük Dagi National Park. What thoughts would go through your mind as you sit atop the stone seats?
While travelling Turkey, you met Tallahassee.
Akemi shook paws with Tallahassee the Weather Bird . They both received one silver mole!
@ Mountain View, Antalya "It's turned a bit cold, Akemi, I'm going to put my beanie hat on," said Cherrie. "Good scheme! I'll dig my scarf out as well," said Akemi. Mountain View, Antalya Looking out over the rugged mountains. This view is either taken from Falex park 2, a park on the coast of Antalya or overlooking the green space on the other side. The Beydaglari Mountains, is the western extension of the Taurus Mountains, lie to the west of the Bay of Antalya.
While travelling Turkey, you met Cherrie.
Akemi shook paws with Cherrie the Yellow Lovable Labrador. They both received one silver mole!
@ Ancient Ruins, Manavgat, Turkey Akemi and Flora were entranced on reaching this Mediterranean viewpoint and eagerly posed for a picture standing on either side! Ancient Ruins, Manavgat, Turkey Manavgat is famous for the ancient city of Side which has the best known classical sites in the country, some of the ruins are world-famous, such as The Temple of Apollo. There is also a Greek Amphitheater, Side Antik Kenti, Monumental Fountain (Nymphaeum), Seleukia (Lybre) and many more.
While travelling Turkey, you met Flora.
Akemi shook paws with Flora the Blue Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Düden Waterfalls, Antalya "I've bought so many souvenirs already my backpack's almost full!" said b-rok. "Me too!" said Akemi. "It's great on this tour, isn't it?" Düden Waterfalls, Antalya The Düden Waterfalls are a group of waterfalls that were formed by the recycle station water, 12 kilometers (7.5 mi) northeast of Antalya. A park has been created around the waterfalls.
While travelling Turkey, you met b-rok.
Akemi shook paws with b-rok the Dauntless Dolphin. They both received one silver mole!
@ Manavgat Waterfall, Antalya, Turkey "It's turned a bit cold, Akemi, I'm going to put my beanie hat on," said Dean Winchester Jr.. "Good scheme! I'll dig my scarf out as well," said Akemi. Manavgat Waterfall, Antalya, Turkey The Manavgat Waterfall on the Manavgat River is close to the city of Side, a city on the southern Mediterranean coast. Shady tea gardens near the waterfall provide a great place to rest. During the flood season, the waterfall may disappear.
While travelling Turkey, you met Dean Winchester Jr..
Akemi shook paws with Dean Winchester Jr. the Squishy, The Baby Squirrel. They both received one silver mole!
Dean Winchester Jr. and you found 15 Travel Tokens!
@ Alanya, Turkey Oh look ... you found a picturesque rock! Alanya, Turkey Alanya is a beach resort city on Turkey’s central Mediterranean coast and a district in the Antalya province. A popular tourist destination spot that accounts for over 9 percent of Turkey’s tourism. Finds in the nearby Karain Cave, 27 km/ 17 miles Northwest of Alanya City, indicate occupation during the Paleolithic era as far back as 20,000 BC.
While travelling Turkey, you met Toast.
Akemi shook paws with Toast the Stormy Sky Bunny. They both received one silver mole!
@ Kleopatra Plaji, Alanya City Akemi and Pinky were entranced on reaching this Mediterranean viewpoint and eagerly posed for a picture standing on either side! Kleopatra Plaji, Alanya City Alanya is a resort town featuring Cleopatra Beach (Kleopatra Plaji) on the southern coast of Turkey, which is considered to be one of the best beaches in Turkey. The area also offers Alanya Castle, a giant Seljuk-era fort turned open-air museum.
While travelling Turkey, you met Pinky.
Akemi shook paws with Pinky the Green Rapid Dragonfly. They both received one silver mole!
@ Turkish Cuisine "I've bought so many souvenirs already my backpack's almost full!" said Calypso. "Me too!" said Akemi. "It's great on this tour, isn't it?" Turkish Cuisine Turkish cuisine is based on Ottoman cuisine, a fusion of many different countries such as Egypt, Armenia, Greece. The Turkish people believe eating a heavy breakfast is healthier than eating a heavy lunch or dinner. A selection of foods you may find on a typical Turkish breakfast is bread, cheese, eggs, butter, honey, olives, walnuts, perhaps beginning breakfast with soup. Each area of Turkey has regional food preferences. Around the Black Sea, fish is used extensively, and corn dishes. In the southeast, kebabs, mezes (many small dishes), and baklava.
While travelling Turkey, you met Calypso.
Akemi shook paws with Calypso the Party Fowl. They both received one silver mole!
@ Rainbow On The Water, Alanya "Hey, Akemi, it says here that although coffee doesn't come from Turkey, the Turks brought coffee to Europe in the 16th century. 'Try their classic mocha coffee, brewed in a cezve, a small copper pot.'" "Mmm, I had some for breakfast this morning, Icicle!" Rainbow On The Water, Alanya The lights from boats on the Gulf of Antalya form a rainbow of colour across the water at night. You can take a boat tour or just sit on the beach and dream as the sun goes down.
While travelling Turkey, you met Icicle.
Akemi shook paws with Icicle the Pearl White Peacock. They both received one silver mole!
@ Red Tower At Night, Alanya "I've bought so many souvenirs already my backpack's almost full!" said Joker. "Me too!" said Akemi. "It's great on this tour, isn't it?" Red Tower At Night, Alanya The Red Tower, a historical tower in Alanya was completed in 1226 and it protects the Tersane shipyard, located south of Kleopatra Beach. The name is derived from the red bricks used in its construction. The tower is a symbol of Alanya and is the best-preserved Seljuk building in the city.
While travelling Turkey, you met Joker.
Akemi shook paws with Joker the Red Feisty Fox. They both received one silver mole!
@ Zeus Temple In Silifke "What does our travel brochure recommend for local food, Symphony?" queried Akemi. Symphony consulted the document. "It recommends a spicy Adana kebab and to accompany it, Şalgam, a popular drink originating from Adana and Mersin. The drink is made from purple carrots, ground bulgur, salt, yeast and water, flavoured with fermented aromatic turnip. The drink is traditionally served cold in glasses with pickled carrots, or tane, cut into long slices, and sometimes a spoonful of red hot pepper relish stirred into the drink just before serving." "Wow! Sounds great, Symphony, let's find ourselves a vendor!" Zeus Temple In Silifke In the center of Silifke—a town in south-central Turkey, there are modest remains of an ancient temple, built in the 2nd or 3rd century CE. The temple is thought to be dedicated to Zeus. Now the ruins are known as the Temple of Storks because these birds have built a nest on top of the only remaining standing column.
While travelling Turkey, you met Symphony.
Akemi shook paws with Symphony the Green Happy Dragon. They both received one silver mole!
@ Orange Poppy, Atatürk Parki "Hey, Akemi, it says here that although coffee doesn't come from Turkey, the Turks brought coffee to Europe in the 16th century. 'Try their classic mocha coffee, brewed in a cezve, a small copper pot.'" "Mmm, I had some for breakfast this morning, Listy!" Orange Poppy, Atatürk Parki Orange poppies, native to Turkey, are one of the many flowers to be found in the Atatürk Park in the city of Adana. A large green space in the city center. A popular place to relax after a day of work, with many varieties of trees, some statues and fountains.
While travelling Turkey, you met Listy.
Akemi shook paws with Listy the Green Beautiful Unicorn. They both received one silver mole!
@ Sabanci Central Mosque, Adana Oh look ... you found a picturesque rock! Sabanci Central Mosque, Adana Sabanci Merkez Camii in Adana is the second largest mosque in Turkey. With six minarets similar to the Blue Mosque in Istanbul, it is built on 52,600 square meters (566,000 square feet) of land.
While travelling Turkey, you met Snuggles.
Akemi shook paws with Snuggles the Ragdoll Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Adana, Old Stone Bridge "I've bought so many souvenirs already my backpack's almost full!" said Dani. "Me too!" said Akemi. "It's great on this tour, isn't it?" Adana, Old Stone Bridge Taskopru, this 16th century Roman stone bridge, with 21 arches spanning the Seyhan River, is known as the oldest bridge in the world that is still in use. The bridge is open to pedestrians and cyclists, and the surrounding park is popular with people wanting to stroll amongst plants and take tea for a relaxing break.
While travelling Turkey, you met Dani.
Akemi shook paws with Dani the Green Rapid Dragonfly. They both received one silver mole!
@ Kilgen River at Kozan, Adana Province "According to our brochure, Pickles, hundreds of marinas and beaches in Turkey have a blue flag status, to signify the cleanest and best beaches." "Sounds excellent, Akemi! I'm looking forward to our next dip in the sea!" Kilgen River at Kozan, Adana Province The Kozen Dam on the Kilgen River was constructed between 1967 and 1972, and it helps irrigate 10,220 hectares (25,254 acres) of land. The Kilgen River, a tributary of the Ceyhan, flows through Kozan and crosses the plain south into the Mediterranean.
While travelling Turkey, you met Pickles.
Akemi shook paws with Pickles the Grey Playful Kitten. They both received one silver mole!
@ Kozan, Adana Province, Turkey As Akemi's tour of "Turkey: Mediterranean" comes to an end, she receives a wonderful gift! Grey Mountain, Sharp Peak Jagged, steep, rounded, tree-filled or bare, snow-covered or subject to torrential rains—mountains are an outstanding feature on the landscape, they draw the eye, they inspire artists and climbers. Mountains affect the weather and can enclose an area of land creating valleys that are rich agricultural areas. Poems are written about mountains. Mountains are a haven for eagles and many forms of wildlife.
These marvellous mountain decorations will be perfect in your art slides whether you are making a mountain retreat for yourself or a home for your pets. Perhaps you have a pet who has always dreamed of going on a climbing expedition and making it to the top of the highest mountain. Used singly as a point of interest, or in multiples to create a whole mountain range, let your imagination soar. Kozan, Adana Province, Turkey Kozan, formally Sis or Siskia (Armenian) is located 68 km (42 miles) northeast of Adana in the northern Cukurova Plain. From 3000 BC onwards, there were Hittite settlements in these plains behind the Mediterranean coast, based on farming and grazing animals. Today Kozan is a city surrounded by vineyards, gardens and groves of cypress, sycamore, fig, orange and lemon trees. Akemi has completed her tour of "Turkey: Mediterranean"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour Turkey!
While travelling Turkey, you met Granville very long name indeed indeed.
Akemi shook paws with Granville very long name indeed indeed the Bashful Badger. They both received one silver mole!
Granville very long name indeed indeed gave you 1 "Grey Mountain, Sharp Peak"