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Turkey became the heartland of the eastern realm of the Roman (Byzantine) Empire, with its capital in Constantinople, known today as Istanbul.

Turkey Articles

A follower of the Mevlana sect spins in a whirling dervish ceremony in Konya.

The Mevlana, or Whirling Dervishes


Articles About Turkey

A large Turkish market in Izmir, Turkey. Living in Turkey: Articles about what it's like to live as an expat in Turkey, with hints and tips on how to live in Turkey.

Articles about Turkey Member Contributed Articles: A collection of articles written and submitted by Turkey Central forum members.

The Mediterranean coast of Turkey. Traveling in Turkey: Travel-themed articles, such as visits to cities, towns, and historical sites from a personal perspective.

The flag of the Republic of Turkey. Turkey in General: A collection of articles about Turkey of a general nature.

A whirling dervish, follower of the mevlana sect. Turkish Culture: Articles having to do with the Turks, their history, beliefs, and way of life.

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