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@ Coffee and Delight
Sheemie Ruiz begins his tour of "Turkey: Eastern & South-Eastern Anatolia". Merhaba nasılsınız!
Coffee and Delight
Traditional Turkish Coffee and a treat of Turkish Delight will perk up anypet after an afternoon of sight seeing.

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@ Turkish Weaving Loom
"This is fabulous, Tommy," enthused Sheemie Ruiz. "I'll have this photo printed and framed and display it next to my plush reindeer that I got in the little gift shop near Snow Beach and the mother of pearl model of the Taj Mahal from Icon and my statue of the Little Mermaid from Denmark!"
"You'll have a fine collection of mementos, Sheemie Ruiz!" said Tommy.
Turkish Weaving Loom
Works of art in their own right, a woman sits and works the loom that creates the beautiful silk rugs that Turkey is known for. Just sit down on the finished product and see if it flies off on an adventure!

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@ Turkish Pottery
"Did you know that the birds called turkeys got their name from Turkey, Sheemie Ruiz?" asked Mr. Dylan.
"No, I hadn't realised that, Mr. Dylan! It's a good job turkeys didn't get their name from The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland!"
"Or the Independent and Sovereign Republic of Kiribati!"
"Or the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe! Oh dear. But turkeys weren't originally from Turkey, were they?"
"That's another can of worms for another day, I think!"
Turkish Pottery
Beautifully glazed dishes of all colors and sizes, how do you choose which one to buy? Maybe one in each color?

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@ Mount Ararat, in Agri
"You know, Firefly, it's really thanks to Turkey that the tulip became popular around the world."
"How did that come about, Sheemie Ruiz?"
"The Flemish Ambassador to the 16th-century court of Suleiman the Magnificent returned to Amsterdam with tulip bulbs, introducing the plant to Holland."
Mount Ararat, in Agri
Long rumored to be the resting place of Noah's Ark, Mount Ararat looks majestic reaching to the sky and touching the clouds. Are you up for the climb?

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@ Mardin at Dusk
"Did you know that the birds called turkeys got their name from Turkey, Sheemie Ruiz?" asked Luckyice.
"No, I hadn't realised that, Luckyice! It's a good job turkeys didn't get their name from The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland!"
"Or the Independent and Sovereign Republic of Kiribati!"
"Or the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe! Oh dear. But turkeys weren't originally from Turkey, were they?"
"That's another can of worms for another day, I think!"
Mardin at Dusk
Located in the Southern province, Mardin lights up the dusk sky with glowing embers of light.

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@ Almond Orchard at Mardin
“Let's just drink in this scene, shall we, Sheemie Ruiz?” suggested samx295, sinking down on a convenient tree stump.
Sheemie Ruiz agreed it was well worth spending some time there!
Almond Orchard at Mardin
Bringing joy to the chocolate coconut candy, these almond trees bloom and later will yield nuts of culinary delight, used in all savory and sweet dishes.

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@ Field of Poppies
“Let's just drink in this scene, shall we, Sheemie Ruiz?” suggested Mittens, sinking down on a convenient tree stump.
Sheemie Ruiz agreed it was well worth spending some time there!
Field of Poppies
Strolling along the green fields, poppies grow wild, swaying in the afternoon breeze, creating a dance of joy to music only they can hear.

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@ Mosaic Candle Lights
Oh look ... you found a picturesque rock!
Mosaic Candle Lights
when one is shopping at the local bazaar, you'll find Mosaic candle light holders in beautiful colors and patterns. The difficult part is getting it back home without breaking it!

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@ Star Pattern Serving Center
"The world’s oldest-known ceramics were originally from Çatalhöyük and Jordan Valley in Anatolia," remarked Bill.
"Well, I'm very happy with the ceramics we bought from the bazaar yesterday!" replied Sheemie Ruiz.
Star Pattern Serving Center
Hand crafted, painted and glazed to perfection, everypet would be happy to display such craftsmanship at their next gathering.

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@ Turkish Air Force
"Did you know that the birds called turkeys got their name from Turkey, Sheemie Ruiz?" asked Milica.
"No, I hadn't realised that, Milica! It's a good job turkeys didn't get their name from The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland!"
"Or the Independent and Sovereign Republic of Kiribati!"
"Or the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe! Oh dear. But turkeys weren't originally from Turkey, were they?"
"That's another can of worms for another day, I think!"
Turkish Air Force
Flying in formation, the Air Force serves the purpose of defending those on the ground, but also creating daring aerobatic displays!

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@ Turkish Lamps
"Did you know Turkey is also a great winter skiing destination, Mochi?" queried Sheemie Ruiz. "There are around a dozen ski resorts in Turkey boasting stunning snow-covered mountain ranges during the winter months. The highest peak in Turkey is Palandoken in the eastern region of Erzurum. It has the longest and steepest runs in the country."
"Perhaps we should have done this trip in the winter, then!"
Turkish Lamps
Blown glass of swirling glass, colored with nature's finest hues, designs added to entice the buyer into taking multiple lamps home, however will you choose?

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@ Bridge at Tunceli
"We were discussing earlier words we have in English that come from Turkish, Pickles."
"Are there more examples, Sheemie Ruiz?"
"Well, there's gilet (yelek), horde (ordu), lackey (ulak), odalisque (odalık) and turquoise (turkuaz)."
Bridge at Tunceli
Beep! Beep! While sight seeing, you'll cross many bridges. Some over water, some over land, this one at Tunceli is over muddy waters!

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@ Sights at Mardin
“Let's just drink in this scene, shall we, Sheemie Ruiz?” suggested Tammie, sinking down on a convenient tree stump.
Sheemie Ruiz agreed it was well worth spending some time there!
Sights at Mardin
Built in 1385, the Zinciriye Madrasa is also known as Sultan Isa Madrasa, it is a sight everypet will want to see while visiting Turkey. Rich in history and stories, any history buff will love walking the cobblestones of history.

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@ Ornamental Poppies
“Let's just drink in this scene, shall we, Sheemie Ruiz?” suggested samx295, sinking down on a convenient tree stump.
Sheemie Ruiz agreed it was well worth spending some time there!
Ornamental Poppies
Beautiful blooms, popping with colors, these flowers grow northeastern Turkey and Iran.

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@ Turkish Treats at the Bazaar
Oh look ... you found a picturesque rock!
Turkish Treats at the Bazaar
Fistikli Lokum or to you, Pistachio Delight. I'll take 2 of each please!

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@ Turkish Street Lamps
"Let's practise our phrases, shall we?" said Mushroom, glancing up from his copy of "Turkish in a Trice". "Benim adım Mushroom!"
Sheemie Ruiz giggled. "Günaydın, Mushroom! Benim adım Sheemie Ruiz!"
Turkish Street Lamps
What better way to see along the night streets than ornate and unique lamps? If you rub one, will a genie pop out?

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@ Turkish Flowering Tree
"The world’s oldest-known ceramics were originally from Çatalhöyük and Jordan Valley in Anatolia," remarked Jewel.
"Well, I'm very happy with the ceramics we bought from the bazaar yesterday!" replied Sheemie Ruiz.
Turkish Flowering Tree
Albizia, or Acacia of Constantinople grows in Asia and is a full sun tree. Delicate and colorful blooms adorn the tree, which can grow to 12 meters.

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@ Turkish Toys
"Did you know that the birds called turkeys got their name from Turkey, Sheemie Ruiz?" asked Hoot.
"No, I hadn't realised that, Hoot! It's a good job turkeys didn't get their name from The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland!"
"Or the Independent and Sovereign Republic of Kiribati!"
"Or the Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Principe! Oh dear. But turkeys weren't originally from Turkey, were they?"
"That's another can of worms for another day, I think!"
Turkish Toys
Toys are always a favorite to pack in the suitcase and take home from travels, and these little carved and painted wooden people will delight anypet's imagination!

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@ Turkish Region of Gaziantep
"'Many believe that Noah's Ark landed on the Ararat volcano. The mountain is beautiful to look at and is home to incredible natural diversity. It’s one of the highlights of the country, so make sure to check it out when you visit,'" announced Sheemie Ruiz.
"Are we climbing the mountain to look for the Ark?" queried Nixim Luckydust.
"Well, if you have stout climbing boots! It's over 16,000 feet!"
Turkish Region of Gaziantep
The Gaziantep region is known as the cultivation center for pistachios! Do you like to buy them with the shells or without? Or perhaps only after they have been turned into a sweet treat?

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@ Lake Tortum
"We'll be spoilt for choice for our meals out, Sheemie Ruiz!" said Shadow. "Listen to what it says here about Turkish food: 'Blending Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Balkan and Central Asian cuisines, the result is delicious, particularly the plentiful vegetable meze dishes. These are often made with garlic, nuts and spices, which are served with fresh bread, locally produced olive oil and, if it’s in season, pomegranate syrup.'"
"Afiyet olsun, Shadow!" said Sheemie Ruiz. "That's Turkish for bon appetit!"
Lake Tortum
Lake Tortum is located in Erzurum, with blue green waters and steep cliff sides, making it impossible for you to dip your paws in!

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@ Clock tower of Castle of Erzurum
Sheemie Ruiz opened his rucksack to find his hat. Dunkle could see Sheemie Ruiz had a beret, a balaclava, a cricket cap, a Tam o' Shanter, a woolly bobble hat, a beanie, a deerstalker hat and a Peruvian chullo!
“Did you bring a Stetson too?” Dunkle asked Sheemie Ruiz.
Clock tower of Castle of Erzurum
While visiting Erzurum, you can climb to the top of the tower at the Castle and enjoy a long view of the area.

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@ Turkish Coffee Pots
Oh look ... you found a picturesque rock!
Turkish Coffee Pots
Ornate and a work of art on their own, these crafted carafes contain the liquid of life, bubbling black brew, ready for your delight!

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@ Turkish Delights
“Let’s pose with one of us each side of this attraction and I’ll set the self-timer to take a shot,” said Sheemie Ruiz to Unigy. “It’ll be a great souvenir of our time here!”
Turkish Delights
The bazaar is full of delights and wonders of every kind, and every sweet your tooth might desire have been created with care and creativity! Now, remember, don't eat them all in one sitting or you'll get a tummy ache!

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@ Ferry, Tunceli Pertek.
"Let's practise our phrases, shall we?" said Choose a name, glancing up from her copy of "Turkish in a Trice". "Benim adım Choose a name!"
Sheemie Ruiz giggled. "Günaydın, Choose a name! Benim adım Sheemie Ruiz!"
Ferry, Tunceli Pertek.
Sunset on the water is always a beautiful spectacle to behold, and the ferry trip is a perfect way to watch. Ferrying cars and people, the quick 10 minute ride will get you over the water to explore new places.

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@ White Flamingos of Izmir
As Sheemie Ruiz's tour of "Turkey: Eastern & South-Eastern Anatolia" comes to an end, he receives a wonderful gift!
Grey Mountains, Double 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.
White Flamingos of Izmir
Diet determines the colors of flamingoes, and these spectacular birds are white, and live in Izmir located on the Aegean Coast
Sheemie Ruiz has completed his tour of "Turkey: Eastern & South-Eastern Anatolia"! Please select another pet as visitor, so it can also tour Turkey!