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LOKANTAS

LOKANTAS
Lokantas' - small unlicensed local eating establishments, offer a selection of casserole type dishes displayed over warmers and are a little more elaborate, yet simply furnished. They're ideal for something quick and inexpensive. Alternatively, you can leisurely spend a little more time over something special. Wine and dine in the evenings at a local restaurant…
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FOR VEGETARIANS

FOR VEGETARIANS
For vegetarians, you'll find no limitations as generally there's an abundance of vegetable dishes available in both restaurants and lokantas. Last but not least, when it comes to desserts, if you have a sweet tooth, it's a 'happy ending', for many are drenched in honey or syrup and baked, like baklava. Sweet sticky pastries, creme…
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UNKNOWN TUNES

UNKNOWN TUNES
Unknown tunes; unusual tones; different rhythms and sounds... unusual tones, different rhythms and sounds. A complete contrast in compositions of the varied types of Turkish music, which for the first time on hearing is unfamiliar. Listen awhile and what the ear initially perceives will gradually become accustomed to the series of sounds - from the…
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FOLK DANCES

FOLK DANCES
'Each region in Turkey has it's own special folk dance and costume, the best known are listed below:- 'Horon' -This Black Sea dance is performed only by men, dressed in black with silver trimmings They link arms and move to the sound of the 'kemence' (a primitive violin) 'Kasik Oyunu' -The spoon dance is performed…
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