Marbled paper, called ebru in Turkish, was used extensively in the binding of books and within the calligraphic panels in Turkey. The existing word ebre in Eastern Turkish, meaning variegated, points to the fact that marbling might have been known by the populations of Central Asia. Its origin might ultimately hark back to China, where […]
Geographic Expeditions (GeoEx) has announced the addition of two new women-only itineraries to its Women of the World Collection. The travel company will now offer female-focused trips to Turkey and Cuba, expanding on its existing women’s trips to Namibia this September and October. The new itineraries, “Treasures of Turkiye” and “Cuba Unveiled,” are set to […]
Turkey has ancient attractions, fascinating traditions, and exceptional beaches. This landscape is so diverse that the best time to visit Turkey varies greatly depending on what you want from the trip. In 2023, nearly 50 million international visitors visited the country, a testament to its enduring appeal. While many travellers make a beeline for the […]