Santa Clause was born in Turkey!

While on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey I visited the church of Saint Nicholas. The church was built in St. Nicholas' honor in the 5th century and restored over the years. St. Nicholas was known as the protector of children and Mariners. He was one of the most popular Saints and his reverence spread to Europe and Russia later. The concept of Santa Clause developed there. Just another Turkey first :)

Turkey Shopping

The shopping in Turkey is amazing. At the crossroads between Europe and Asia, and with the cultural history from the old Silk Road crossing Turkey results in a whole world of goods including textiles, spices, candy, Greek deserts, and Asian and European food influences.

Turkish People -2

It's fun people watching in a new culture. The Turkish people are so helpful. On the bus two young kids jumped up to let me have a seat....no... That's bad I must look really old... Haaaaa, when I have a map out they are always asking if they can help. They are pleased to hear I'm from the USA when they ask.

You can really pick up a generation change between the older and the newer generation.

Yep the selfie stick is all over the world!