Bicycle Touring The World: Istanbul, Turkey
My latest bicycle touring update, cycling around the world, in Istanbul, Turkey. My last full day in Istanbul, but then I’ve said that three times before. I hope the next time I return, it will be for a weekend break or something. And not because there’s been political unrest in a country. Or because I have to leave a country due to a visa mix-up.
I’ve decided that once I finish my ride around the world, I can always return to Istanbul if I can’t find any work at home. I got asked by so many people if I could take their photos today that I’m sure I could charge and make a living.
I thought it would be a good idea to get a haircut and shave while still in Turkey, and besides, it would pass a bit of time. I wish I hadn’t! The haircut was okay, as was the shave. They usually burn your ears to get rid of excess hair. But not in this barber shop, they waxed my ears. And boy, did it hurt! I will never have that again, and I’m glad it was only my ears. What do women put themselves through?
Tour Information
It’s been years since I took this ride, but the memories (and the data) are all archived:
- Photos: See my photos on Flickr
- The route: View my journey around the world
- Videos: Check out my YouTube videos
- Tour page: Ride overview
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