THIS WEEK IN INSPIRATION

Istanbul Part II: Going Modern

Diana the budget traveller hits one of the most colourful and fascinating cities in the world, Istanbul. This week, she takes a look at the modern bits of the city, which is often overlooked by travellers seeking the historical sites.

THIS WEEK ON MSN TRAVEL

INSPIRATIONAL TRAVEL PHOTOS

  • Highlights from Jordan, Syria, and Turkey

    Diana, our budget traveller, shares some images highlighting three months through Jordan, Syria, and Turkey. Beginning in the south of Jordan, the images go from Wadi Rum to Damascus to varying points in Turkey.

  • Gallery: Olympos and a Climbing Festival in Turkey

    The Hot Rock expedition spent a few days climbing limestone cliffs amidst the ancient ruins of Olympos in the south of Turkey. Olympos was founded in the Hellenistic period and the river running through it created a gorge, which today provides for various outdoor activities. Trekking, cycling, rafting, and climbing are all on offer here.

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One writer's experiences of India's extremes: from the outwardly officious to the intensely down to earth.
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    1. Only 1
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    2. 2 or 3
      42%
    3. 4 or 5
      17%
    4. 6 or more
      14%
    5. None - I don't like flying
      2%
    6. None - for environment reasons
      1%
    7. None - other reason
      5%
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