We came across these bare trees at different spots in Istanbul. I love the shapes of the trees and the vast expanse of branches reaching for the sky.
Skywatch Friday
Skywatch Friday
Showing posts with label Turkey. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Turkey. Show all posts
Thursday, July 23, 2015
Saturday, July 18, 2015
Scenic Weekends - Memories of Ephesus
Here's a typical view of the ruins and structures scattered across the landscape at The Ancient Ruins of Ephesus in Turkey
Beautiful in its own right and reveals a lot about the rich historical past.
The entire environment is peaceful and the lush greenery is so soothing to the eyes
The surrounding views made it a worthwhile stop and I love the beautiful bursts of spring popping around the place
And here's another one standing tall in all its glory.
Scenic Weekends
Friday, June 14, 2013
PhotoHunt - Windows
Here are some of my favourite window collections found throughout Turkey.
A stained glass window as spotted at Istanbul Sirkeci Terminal
An exterior view of a lovely window from House of Virgin Mary at Ephesus.
Windows of a wonderfully designed metro train in Istanbul
A brilliantly-designed window at Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
And here is one corner of colourful collection of ceramic plates in a display window.
PhotoHunt
A stained glass window as spotted at Istanbul Sirkeci Terminal
An exterior view of a lovely window from House of Virgin Mary at Ephesus.
Windows of a wonderfully designed metro train in Istanbul
A brilliantly-designed window at Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
And here is one corner of colourful collection of ceramic plates in a display window.
PhotoHunt
Wednesday, August 8, 2012
Monday, June 11, 2012
Our World - Faces of Istanbul
Photographing people is something I've always enjoyed doing when I traveled. While I love shooting landscapes and architectures, I love the fun and challenge of photographing people. Every time I look at these photos, it brings me back in time and reminds me of all the wonderful people I met during that day. I think at least half of the people I encountered are willing to let me take their photo.
I also enjoy the moment when I can capture people without them knowing I'm taking their photos. It's a challenge every time and a great way to capture the expressions or emotions they have in a particular moment.
Our World
I also enjoy the moment when I can capture people without them knowing I'm taking their photos. It's a challenge every time and a great way to capture the expressions or emotions they have in a particular moment.
Our World
Wednesday, April 11, 2012
Monday, February 27, 2012
Our World - Selime Monastery, Cappadocia
For Our World entry, I'm featuring another memorable series of photos of my trip to Cappodocia in Turkey.
Selime Kalesi or the Castle Monastery Church is one of the largest religious sites in Cappadocia, carved out of the rocks by monks in the 13th century.
There are different caves and connecting tunnels, some with ancient kitchens, stables, chapels, cathedral-sized church and some secret passageways.
The rocks have gotten so many bizarre shapes throughout the years and some even look like faces, a bit creepy I'd say. Here's one of them and it portrays the sense that someone is always watching over your shoulder.
The hiking trails can be quite slippery and nerve-wracking and there are no safety guard rails to prevent you from falling over the rocks. I've always wonder how those ancient inhabitants made it up here at night!
Due to the lack of safety barriers and my fear of falling, I stayed on the lower level while hubby took the tour around. While he was climbing high, I wandered around, took some photos and enjoyed the beauty of nature.
I also discovered from the tour guide that a few scenes from the original Star Wars was filmed here.
Our World
Selime Kalesi or the Castle Monastery Church is one of the largest religious sites in Cappadocia, carved out of the rocks by monks in the 13th century.
There are different caves and connecting tunnels, some with ancient kitchens, stables, chapels, cathedral-sized church and some secret passageways.
The rocks have gotten so many bizarre shapes throughout the years and some even look like faces, a bit creepy I'd say. Here's one of them and it portrays the sense that someone is always watching over your shoulder.
The hiking trails can be quite slippery and nerve-wracking and there are no safety guard rails to prevent you from falling over the rocks. I've always wonder how those ancient inhabitants made it up here at night!
Due to the lack of safety barriers and my fear of falling, I stayed on the lower level while hubby took the tour around. While he was climbing high, I wandered around, took some photos and enjoyed the beauty of nature.
I also discovered from the tour guide that a few scenes from the original Star Wars was filmed here.
Our World
Monday, October 31, 2011
Another place in Paradise
Three miles from the ancient city of Ephesus lies the inviting and pristine Pamucak Beach.
Bringing refreshing cool breezes with beautiful landscapes.
A great moment to walk hand in hand with someone you love, enjoy the beauty and solitude and sound of the waves.
Our World
Watery Wednesday
Friday, October 28, 2011
PhotoHunt - Broken
These photos were captured during my hiking adventures at Ihlara Valley in Cappadocia last year. We spent a few hours hiking through the canyon and came across plenty of broken things in nature.
Much of the region of is composed of broken pieces of rocks following several eruptions of Mount Erciyes. This is also where the early Christians in the Byzantine period dug underground dwellings and churches into the hills to escape from the Romans.
It's quite common to see trees broken off everywhere on the trail, some have been uprooted by the strong wind and even fell on the opposite direction.
As we walked along, I found this broken ladder lying across the river with some broken woods scattered along the stream.
There are also branches and twigs hanging on the tree, almost broken off.
PhotoHunt
Much of the region of is composed of broken pieces of rocks following several eruptions of Mount Erciyes. This is also where the early Christians in the Byzantine period dug underground dwellings and churches into the hills to escape from the Romans.
It's quite common to see trees broken off everywhere on the trail, some have been uprooted by the strong wind and even fell on the opposite direction.
As we walked along, I found this broken ladder lying across the river with some broken woods scattered along the stream.
There are also branches and twigs hanging on the tree, almost broken off.
PhotoHunt
Friday, October 7, 2011
PhotoHunt - Waiting
A view of anglers lining the Galata bridge, waiting patiently for the day's catch in Istanbul.
And here's a delightful spread, waiting to be enjoyed. Bon appetit!
PhotoHunt
Monday, October 3, 2011
Our World in Cappadocia
The very first impression we had of Cappadocia was how beautiful it was! I've written a series of posts on this place before but every time I looked back at my photo archives of this exotic sight, I can’t help but being inspired and awed by the memories of fairy chimneys and underground cities. I was only there for one day but I saw so much and took more than 400 photos on that day and walked like this journey never ends.
Here are more photos that I'd like to share on Our World.
The rock formations were the result of volcanic eruptions of Mount Erciyes, thousands and thousands of years of wind and water molding them into the shape we saw today. It's located in eastern Anatolia and the entire area has a long history ranging from the Hittite Empire to the Ottoman Empire. During the medieval period, Cappadocia was home to Christian refugees, hiding from Romans and then latterly the Muslims who periodically swept through the region.
The homes and churches built into the fairy chimneys are unlike anything I've ever seen and it's cool to see the exquisite views of the canyon from various vantage points.
I’ll never forget the wondrous sight of the wave-like hills below, coloured with warm hues of pink, peach and cream in all its glory.
The entire landscape was surreal and it felt like we had just landed on another planet.
There were also many cave hotels and bed and breakfast that allow visitors the once in a lifetime experience to live in them. I would have love to go on a cave house tour, spending more time around all the exquisite carvings and fairy chimneys. However, being in a day tour did not offer us that kind of luxury.
After a day spent of hiking and exploring we made our way out of the canyon and then headed back towards town. Before heading off, I came across this tree full of pots and wagon wheel that caught my eye and I couldn't resist a shot.
It was an absolutely stunning day in Cappadocia and hope to come back to see the areas I did not have time to see if there's an opportunity again.
The first series can be seen here. You can also look at other photos in my Cappadocia set.
Our World
Here are more photos that I'd like to share on Our World.
The rock formations were the result of volcanic eruptions of Mount Erciyes, thousands and thousands of years of wind and water molding them into the shape we saw today. It's located in eastern Anatolia and the entire area has a long history ranging from the Hittite Empire to the Ottoman Empire. During the medieval period, Cappadocia was home to Christian refugees, hiding from Romans and then latterly the Muslims who periodically swept through the region.
The homes and churches built into the fairy chimneys are unlike anything I've ever seen and it's cool to see the exquisite views of the canyon from various vantage points.
I’ll never forget the wondrous sight of the wave-like hills below, coloured with warm hues of pink, peach and cream in all its glory.
The entire landscape was surreal and it felt like we had just landed on another planet.
There were also many cave hotels and bed and breakfast that allow visitors the once in a lifetime experience to live in them. I would have love to go on a cave house tour, spending more time around all the exquisite carvings and fairy chimneys. However, being in a day tour did not offer us that kind of luxury.
After a day spent of hiking and exploring we made our way out of the canyon and then headed back towards town. Before heading off, I came across this tree full of pots and wagon wheel that caught my eye and I couldn't resist a shot.
It was an absolutely stunning day in Cappadocia and hope to come back to see the areas I did not have time to see if there's an opportunity again.
The first series can be seen here. You can also look at other photos in my Cappadocia set.
Our World
Friday, September 23, 2011
PhotoHunt - Yellow
This was taken at one of the car shows in San Diego a few years ago. The yellow beauty in this photo seemed to fit the bill nicely. The red one is gorgeous too.
Taxis in Istanbul are all yellow and easily spotted in traffic.
PhotoHunt
Friday, July 8, 2011
PhotoHunt - near
A surf instructor providing surfing lessons for a group of young surfers near the coastline in Dubai.
And here's a view of two ancient columns standing near the Temple of Memmius in the ruins of Ephesus, Turkey.
PhotoHunt
Friday, July 1, 2011
PhotoHunt - Busy
A busy waterfront at Eminonu in Istanbul with Suleymaniye mosque in the background. There are lots of vendors, vehicles and pedestrians along the promenade.
The waterfront area is always busy with fish sandwich boats moored at the dock and the cruise ferries going back and forth.
We took a ferry across the busy Bosphorus for a 90 minute ride and the cruise was a wonderful way to see the city along the shores.
PhotoHunt
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)