10 Things to Know Before Traveling to Turkey

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00:00yo what is up everybody it's brighter days here back at it again with another travel vlog that's

00:08right we're in turkey baby and let me tell you this place is wild so buckle up smash that like

00:13button for the algorithm and get ready to explore the 10 most bizarre wonders you can only find

00:19right here in turkey all right first up is a place that looks like it was plucked straight

00:26out of a dr seuss book tamakala imagine giant white cascading terraces filled with these crystal

00:32clear turquoise pools these terraces are made of travertine formed over thousands of years by

00:38mineral rich hot springs we spent the whole day exploring the terraces dipping our toes in the

00:44warm water and just trying to wrap our heads around the fact that this place actually exists it's

00:50seriously like stepping onto another planet and it's an absolute must see if you're ever in turkey

00:56next up we're heading over to cappadocia which has to be one of the most surreal landscapes i've

01:04ever seen in my life the region is famous for its unique rock formations and fairy chimneys that look

01:10like they belong on another planet picture this you wake up at the crack of dawn stumble out of your

01:16cave hotel which is literally carved into the rock and step outside to see hundreds of hot air balloons

01:22rising up into the sky the site is nothing short of magical it's this crazy otherworldly landscape

01:29filled with towering rock formations called fairy chimneys these natural wonders have been shaped by

01:34thousands of years of erosion people used to live in these things creating entire communities within

01:40the rock they carved out homes and churches in entire underground cities these ancient dwellings are a

01:46testament to human ingenuity and adaptability we spent a few days exploring the caves hiking through the

01:51valleys and discovering hidden gems around every corner and just generally feeling like we were on

01:57the set of some epic fantasy movie the landscape is so dramatic and awe-inspiring the views from up

02:03there were absolutely mind-blowing floating above this surreal landscape in a hot air balloon is an

02:08experience you'll never forget

02:09all right from the sky to something a little more grounded we're heading to kanya to witness the

02:18whirling dervishes it's a deeply spiritual experience that's been practiced by the sufi muslims for

02:23centuries these guys dressed in flowing white robes spin and spin their arms outstretched like

02:29they're trying to embrace the heavens it's mesmerizing to watch like a human top that never

02:35stops spinning it's a form of meditation a way to connect with the divine it's a powerful reminder

02:41that sometimes the most amazing journeys are the ones that take you inward

02:44chapter four gobekli tepe rewriting history one stone at a time we're going way way back to a time

02:54before the pyramids before stonehenge even before pottery to a place called gobekli tepe this place

03:01is basically an archaeological time machine dating back to the 10th millennium bce that's over 12 000 years

03:07old these guys built massive t-shaped pillars some weighing up to 20 tons decorated with intricate

03:13carvings of animals and abstract symbols gobekli tepe is a powerful reminder that we're still

03:18uncovering the secrets of our past and that history is full of surprises

03:22chapter 5 turkish baths scrub soap and serenity after all that history it's time for a little relaxation

03:32turkish style you lie down on this warm marble slab and then these dudes come in and start scrubbing

03:38you down with these rough mitts they scrub away all your dead skin then cover you in soap suds and

03:43douse you with buckets of warm water you walk out of there feeling like a brand new human being

03:48it's the perfect way to unwind after a long day of exploring and it's definitely a unique cultural

03:53experience you won't want to miss chapter 6 the blue mosque a symphony in blue next up we're heading

04:02to istanbul the heart of turkey to visit the iconic blue mosque the sheer scale of it is mind-blowing

04:08with six towering minarets piercing the sky the inside is like stepping into a giant jewel box with

04:14walls covered in thousands of intricate blue tiles the sunlight streams through the stained glass windows

04:20casting kaleidoscopic patterns across the floor whether you're an architecture buff or just

04:25someone who appreciates beauty the blue mosque is an absolute must see

04:29okay remember those fairy chimneys we talked about earlier well it turns out there's more to them than

04:37meets the eye beneath the surface of cappadocia lies a hidden world a network of underground cities that

04:43once housed thousands of people exploring these underground labyrinths is like stepping back in time

04:49with remnants of their daily lives still visible it's a fascinating glimpse into the ingenuity and

04:55resilience of the people who lived here centuries ago

04:58chapter 8 from underground cities to mountaintop temples our next stop takes us to mount nemrit

05:06home to one of the most bizarre and awe-inspiring archaeological sites in all of turkey this remote and rugged

05:13location is not just a testament to ancient engineering but also a symbol of the cultural and religious

05:18fusion that characterized the region this ancient sanctuary was built by king antiochus the first

05:24in the first century bc as a monument to himself and the gods antiochus sought to create a lasting legacy

05:30lending greek persian and armenian influences into a unique cultural and religious statement the statues are

05:37colossal some reaching heights of 30 feet once standing guard over the tomb of the king these stone giants

05:44represent various gods and the king himself each meticulously carved to convey power and divinity

05:50over the centuries earthquakes and the elements have taken their toll leaving the statues headless and

05:55toppled despite this the site remains a powerful reminder of the impermanence of human endeavors and

06:01the relentless passage of time standing on that mountaintop surrounded by these giant stone guardians

06:07you can't help but feel a sense of awe at the ambition and artistry of the people who built this place

06:13the sheer scale and grandeur of mount nemrut offer a glimpse into the minds of ancient civilizations

06:19their beliefs and their desire to be remembered for eternity

06:26chapter nine okay it's time for a little break from all the history and culture and what better way to

06:31do that than with some delicious turkish ice cream this isn't just any ice cream though it's a treat that

06:36comes with a twist a bit of a show and a whole lot of fun but this isn't your average ice cream folks

06:42this is don derma a special kind of ice cream that has a unique chewy texture it's made with salep a

06:48flower derived from the tubers of wild orchids which gives it that distinctive stretchiness the preparation

06:54of don derma is an art in itself vendors use salep and mastic a resin to create this delightful dessert the

07:02process is fascinating to watch as the ingredients are mixed and churned to perfection the ice cream

07:08vendors are like masters of ceremonies using their long metal scoops to tease and tantalize customers

07:14they perform tricks flipping and twirling the ice cream making it an interactive experience it's all part

07:20of the fun and it's guaranteed to put a smile on your face the vendors playful antics and the delicious

07:26taste of don derma make it a memorable experience for everyone so yeah turkish ice cream is more than

07:32just a sweet treat it's an interactive performance and a must try when you're in turkey whether you're

07:38a local or a tourist the experience of enjoying don derma is something you won't forget

07:46chapter 10. for our final stop we're heading back to istanbul to experience the sensory overload that is

07:52the grand bazaar one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world imagine a labyrinthine

07:59maze of over 4 000 shops all bursting with colorful textiles glittering jewelry aromatic spices and

08:06everything in between even if you're not a big shopper the grand bazaar is worth a visit just for the

08:11experience it's a microcosm of istanbul itself chaotic vibrant and full of surprises

08:18so there you have it folks 10 bizarre and wonderful things you can only find in turkey

08:26this country has seriously blown my mind with its rich history stunning natural beauty and unique

08:32cultural experiences if you're looking for an adventure that's off the beaten path a journey

08:37that will challenge and inspire you then turkey should be at the top of your list until next time keep exploring

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