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      This one is my favourite:)
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  • One of the dead volcanoes of Kula
      One of the dead volcanoes of Kula
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  • The fellowship of the fairy chimneys:)
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FOSSIL FOOTPRINTS

FOSSIL FOOTPRINTS, Kula

 Pinat Says:  If you go to Sindelli Village near Kula, you can see the fossil footprints of mankind of 50-25th century B.C. The footprints are said to be those of a family: father, mother and a son. The one you see in the picture is that of the father's. In the same village, you can also... 

DISCOVER KATAKEKAUMENE

DISCOVER KATAKEKAUMENE, Kula

 Pinat Says:  Here is what geographer Strabon says about ancient Katakekaumene (today's Kula):After Alasehir, you reach the Mysia and Maionia region named Katakekaumene. There is no tree here. The surface of the ground is coated with ashes, the mountanious and rugged country is black as... 

KULA AND HER VERY OWN FAIRY CHIMNEYS

KULA AND HER VERY OWN FAIRY CHIMNEYS, Kula

 Pinat Says:  Do not get mistaken by the pictures you see. The fairy chimneys are not only in Cappadocia. You can see these wierd and beautiful rock formations in Kula as well. The fairy chimneys in Kula, dating back 2 million years, were formed from volcanic ash similar to their friends... 

KULA HOUSES

KULA HOUSES, Kula

 Pinat Says:  You can see both Turkish and Greek architecture in Kula. Actually it is the only town left in Turkey where you can see both Turkish and Greek houses side by side. Therefore, the houses are under strict protection today. The locals say even putting a nail on a wall is... 

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KULA RUGS AND CARPETS

KULA RUGS AND CARPETS, Kula

 Pinat Says:  Kula is one of the oldest rug-carpet manufacturing places in Anatolia. Its rugs and carpets are known to be as colorful as the houses. The rugs and carpets, which were weaved in Kula in the 17th and 18th century, are still sold at auctions today. 

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KULA MINERAL WATER

KULA MINERAL WATER, Kula

 Pinat Says:  One of the well-known things about Kula (at least in the Aegean region of Turkey) is its mineral water. According to my grandfather, Kula mineral water is the best you'd find if you are wandering around Izmir. Though, it is not country-wide famous. Funny thing is I'm writing... 

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 When a dear friend, who is into photography, found a job in Manisa, I knew this was to come. The day she asked me to go to Kula with her was an ordinary day. I didn’t have anything special in mind....... 

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