Springtime in Turkey – Part 6

There’s not much left today to see of ancient Phocaea, but ancient ruins aren’t necessary to bring the residents of Izmir out of the city and to the seaside. In addition to visiting Phocaea, we also visit the ancient Sardis in this chapter, birthplace of coinage.

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Springtime in Turkey – Part 5

There’s an old Sicilian proverb that says, “Only donkeys and tourists go out in the midday sun.” But for us, lunchtime afforded us the glorious opportunity to take in Pergamum all on our own.

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Springtime in Turkey – Part 4

Everyone knows Troy! But have you ever been to Alexandria Troas, the most important port in northwest Asian Minor? Join us in this chapter as we venture into this forgotten metropolis and to the equally little-known temple of Apollo Smintheus.

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Springtime in Turkey – Part 3

There are still paradises left on this earth – and the small port of Assos in Troas is one of them. Join us on our excursions through Troas, as we explore Troy, but first, as we marvel at the extremely finely preserved Assos.

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Springtime in Turkey – Part 2

It’s 2013 and time for another numismatic diary. And, as always, the journey is replete with unexpected things of beauty, but also with mishaps. Part 2 of our trip sees us crossing Greece, ferrying over to Asia, and coming up empty handed in our search for Lampsacus and Cyzicus.

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