Nations Online Project
Nations Online: Turkey
Presents a travel guide and country profile of the European nation of Turkey including a background overview and numerous links to comprehensive information on the nation's culture, history, geography, economy, environment, population,...
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Odyssey: Teacher Zone: Middle East: Turkey Stay
This teaching unit is based upon a "teacher trek" to the area in 2000 and focuses on essential questions on wealth and poverty. Activities are offered to help students explore the religion and culture of this country. Activities are...
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Odyssey: Middle East Stage: Turkey
Take a step into the world of Turkey with this team of Teacher Trekkers. You will look at life in the Middle East, meet "real" people and learn about the culture and religion.
Lonely Planet
Lonely Planet: Turkey
Site provides a brief overview of the history of Turkey. Discusses self-determination in the fourth paragraph. Also provides a map, slideshows, and information on geography, demographics, and culture.
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Bijleveld Books: Life Among Ruins: Greece and Turkey Between Past & Present
A fascinating exhibition of the impact that living among the ruins of earlier civilizations has on people's lives. This online exhibit presents the illustrated records of European travelers to the Mediterranean from the 17th to the 19th...
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Turizm.net: The Ottoman Empire: The Classical Age: 1453 1600
Click on a time period on the left of your screen and get great information on what happened within the Ottoman Empire during those years. Information on custom, culture, military achievements, and more are included.
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An Architectural Masterpiece: Hagia Sophia
See a photo and read this description of the Hagia Sophia, located in Istanbul, Turkey, and hailed as a masterpiece of Byzantine architecture.
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Chora Monastery & Other Byzantine Religious Buildings
This page contains a brief description of Byzantine art and architecture found at the Chora Monastery & surrounding churches. Links to additional information on the Byzantine period.