Celebrating Rumi’s birthday in Konya

Rumi, the celebrated 13th-century poet, philosopher, scholar and founder of the Sufi mystical cult, would have been 817 years old today. Notable – his works have lasted. They are translated all over the world and he is still considered the “top-selling poet” in the United States. Not to condense Rumi’s contributions to a few pithy … More Celebrating Rumi’s birthday in Konya

Cappadocia: So Much More than Hot Air Balloons

Many people come to this area for just a couple of days, with the primary attraction being a ride in a hot air balloon. Now, one can certainly see the attraction of climbing into a wicker basket and lifting off at sunrise over an otherworldly landscape. The romance, the bucket-list box ticked, the celebratory champagne … More Cappadocia: So Much More than Hot Air Balloons