everyone!!
I am going to Turkey for two weeks inshallah, soooo I wanted to know if anybody has ever been there or lives there and can give me useful information , or name a website giving a good guide around Turkey.
The really exciting and worthwhile places to visit, anything about food, drinks e.t.c.
Will be staying in Kusadasi too, so any places there worth viviting or actiivties to do.
I want to get soveneirs(not sure if thats how u spell!) so what kind should I get???
PLEASE PLEASE dooooo have a look at this thread and reply!!
Anything interesting u know about turkey or it could be anything horrible too, lol.
:wilted_ro And whosoever fears Allaah and keeps his duty to Him, He will make a way for him to get out (from every difficulty) [al-Talaaq 65:2]
The Turkish people have an unrivalled reputation for hospitality, the cuisine is to die for, the coastline is a dream, and many Turkish cities are dotted with spectacular mosques and castles. And while costs are rising, Turkey remains one of the Mediterranean's bargain-basement destinations.
Spring and autumn are the best times to visit, since the climate will be perfect in İstanbul and on the Aegean and Mediterranean coasts. It will be cool in central Anatolia, but not unpleasantly so. Visiting before mid-June or after August may also help you avoid mosquitoes. The Black Sea coast is best visited between April and September; there will still be rain but not so much of it. With the exception of İstanbul, Turkey doesn't really have a winter tourism season. Places catering to backpackers usually see Anzac Day as the official start of the season; those catering to package holiday-makers get going in early May. Peak season is from July to mid-September, when most Turks take their holidays. The best time to visit eastern Turkey is from late June to September. Don't plan to venture east before May or after mid-October unless you're prepared for snow. Try to avoid travelling during Kurban Bayramı, Turkey's most popular public holiday.
Oh and they have hijab ban also, versy secular extremists in power there.
A hijab ban? which parts? I take niqab so is that going to be a problem? Another thing there must be hijabi people wandering about, rite and what about niqaabis? Does anyone know?
And jazakallah for the replies
:wilted_ro And whosoever fears Allaah and keeps his duty to Him, He will make a way for him to get out (from every difficulty) [al-Talaaq 65:2]
A hijab ban? which parts? I take niqab so is that going to be a problem? Another thing there must be hijabi people wandering about, rite and what about niqaabis? Does anyone know?
And jazakallah for the replies
well if you are a niqabi then that could be an issue. Its best you check with someone who already is living there. Why would you want to go to a secular nation that is bending backwards and over to please the europeans to get into their UN? Malaysia is a 1000 times better, islamic and cheaper.
the hijab is only banned in schools and gov't offices as far as i know. (they have a sort of religious brand of secularism, backed by the military.
i have a pakistani friend who visited turkey a few years ago - he mainly visited the eastern parts. he reported that there are few tourists there and it is very beautiful.
be aware though that lately there is more and more threat that turkey may invade iraq - it's been reported that they are massing troops on the border. (this has to do with the kurds).
have a great trip!
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The hijab ban in Turkey is not enshrined in law but is enforced by the secular state through various mechanisms and organisations used to pressurise civilians and civil organisations. Since 1997’s ‘postmodern coup d’etat’, the military have defined popular Islam as an internal threat to the secularist ideal of Ataturk. Universities were given the choice of prohibiting women wearing hijab from attending classes or losing recognition of their qualifications through disaffiliation to the government body YOK.
Many thousands of students were unable to graduate or were forced to leave the country to complete their studies. The hijab ban extends into schools, affecting teachers and pupils; as well as into the workplace, where there is a strict dress code for official employees. There has been a case of refusal of medical treatment to a woman wearing the scarf. Men too have suffered, as judges, soldiers, academic and government officials have received official warnings that they will have their employment terminated if their family members do not alter their style of dress to conform to ‘modern’ secular ideas. Three quarters of the population is against the banning of the hijab in universities and for public officials.
First, they try to bend forward, for a better world.
Second, I hope they will not, because they are not ready yet for such a change.
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europeans to get into their UN?
FYI, it is EU, not UN !
Turkey is a nice place to visit, very friendly people. Just be aware to know some of their laws, else you might find yourself quickly back in jail.
Nice beaches, good climate, it's very beautiful. Istambul is a must see !
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Turkey is a nice place to visit, very friendly people. Just be aware to know some of their laws, else you might find yourself quickly back in jail.
Nice beaches, good climate, it's very beautiful. Istambul is a must see !
wow ur goin turkey then? thats wiked.. i've always wanted to go there
ive done a search on the net and came up with a few sites where people recommend sites to visit etc.
here is a site which shows some artefacts/belongings which belonged to the prophet (saw). some of them are in a museum in turkey. that wud be realllly wiked if u cud go to this museum (Topkapy Museum, Turkey)
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does anyone know what aslam benim mean? someone posted that to a Quranic translation I put up, I didn't know if it were thanks or an insult?
thank you
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My daughter and several friends live there. Istanbul is not just a must, but several days there are a must. Beyond Istanbul, you have many good suggestions already. It all depends on if you are interested in culture, history, nature, or what. If you are going during the summer, be prepared for extreme heat. But going up into central Anatolia is a good solution to the heat. Lots of wonderful places in the mountains. The road from Istanbul to Ankara will take you through some of the best areas for mountain retreats. Say, "Hi" to my daughter for my as you pass through Duzce.
As far as the hijab ban. You can wear your headscarf. The ban is on students wearing it at school and on government workers. I know of many women who where their scarves everyday without interference. Admittedly, most of them are older, you don't see it worn much among the young crowd. But unless you happen along some sort of street protest, it shouldn't be an issue for someone minding their own business, and a few people will actually be glad to see it.
Have you got your lodging planned yet? I hear good things about this little hotel: Hotel Niles Istanbul.
Last edited by Grace Seeker; 07-17-2007 at 03:39 PM.
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does anyone know what aslam benim mean? someone posted that to a Quranic translation I put up, I didn't know if it were thanks or an insult?
thank you
Turkey is a very nice country I'm sure that you'll love it. and people are very friendly and hospitable. And don't worry i you are wearing hicab people will show you more respect. the hicap problem in our country is about goverment places especialy it is for schools. in elite (or people who think they are elite) it is problem. but general of puplic is religious. hope you'll enjoy your holiday
Someone said to the Prophet, "Pray to God against the idolaters and curse them." The Prophet replied, "I have been sent to show mercy and have not been sent to curse." (Muslim)
How does aslam benim compare with either teşekkur ederim or saöl in meaning?
actually it means bravo, well done. ( aslanım benim)
aslan means:lion. benim means:my
but here I think that person wanted to say brova thank you for your message
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