Rick Steves' Europe Preview: Western Turkey
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Join me in western Turkey where we'll visit the magnificent Roman ruins of Ephesus
relax in ancient pools, learn why dervishes whirl as they pray
gasp at the natural beauty of Pamukkale
enjoy a Mediterranean cruise on a traditional Turkish gulet, capped with a refreshing plunge
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Watch the full episode at http://www.ricksteves.com/watch-read-listen/video/tv-show/season-8/western-turkey From the port of Kuşadası, we wander the streets of ancient Ephesus, soak in a natural spa at Pamukkale, learn why the dervishes whirl at Konya, munch lunch in a Turkish pizzeria, and cruise the Mediterranean on a traditional Turkish gulet from Antalya. Turkey is a mighty nation whose ancient heritage, Muslim faith, and western ways are coming together...and we'll see how. At http://www.ricksteves.com, you'll find money-saving travel tips, small-group tours, guidebooks, TV shows, radio programs, podcasts, and more on this destination.