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Turkey Property urkey is fostering emerging internet economy

A newly-published report focuses on the untapped potential of Turkey's emerging internet market.Turkey - Convergence, Broadband & Internet Market, complied by Research and Markets, highlights a surge in the number of Turkish broadband subscribers which started in 2006.Additional growth is expected in 2007 and developments regarding digital TV are expected to allow what the report describes as a "low-penetrated" sector to blossom.According to the research team: "Further broadband growth is predicted for 2007 and beyond as the fixed-line incumbent focuses on broadband to...

30-04-2008 - read more...

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Turkey Property High speed train to undergo test

Tests after the first phase of a high-speed railway building programme which will link Istanbul with Turkey's capital Ankara will get underway in May.Turkish State Railways (TCDD) made the announcement that preliminary test services will commence on the Ankara and Eskisehir section of track, which will boast a reduced journey time of 70 minutes, down from 180, reports the Turkish Press.According to TCDD, the infrastructure of the railway is in place and signalisation on the track will now be checked.Trains which were purchased by the Turkish Ministry of Transport from Spanish company CAF will...

21-04-2008 - read more...

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Turkey Property Fethiye takes croquet to its heart

A croquet club in Fethiye is shattering the sport's image as a stale, aristocratic pastime only played by the upper classes back in the UK.John Laughland of Today's Zaman has explained how villagers and expats happily mix in the relaxed environment of the The Ancient and Royal Kaya Croquet Club (ARKCC) in Fethiye's Kaya Valley.Mr Laughland explained that residents of all backgrounds enjoy playing in the idyllic setting.He said: "Turkish men loved the game and were usually very good at it."Turkish guests tended to be middle-class types from nearby Fethiye, bankers and such, but I'm...

24-04-2008 - read more...

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Turkish team on the cusp of history

Istanbul-based Fenerbache could make history by becoming the first Turkish side to make it into the semi-finals of the UEFA Champions League - Europe's premier club competition.The fantastic atmosphere that Turkish fans are known for creating could be a major factor as English club Chelsea visit the 52,000-seater Sukru Saracoglu Stadium tomorrow (Wednesday, April 2nd) night.Fenerbache are unbeaten in their last 11 matches at their home ground and will be hoping to continue in the same vein.Chelsea striker Nicolas Anelks played for Fenerbache two seasons ago and has warned the Blues not to...

01-04-2008 - read more...

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Turkey Property Turkey celebrates World Theatre Day

Theatre companies across Turkey will be joining forces to celebrate World Theatre Day with a month-long programme of events.The Turkish State Theatres (DT) will hold 26 free performances at 23 different venues in 12 provinces over the next few weeks.Residents and tourists will be able to sample the latest in Turkish theatre at arts centres and auditoriums in popular holiday destinations including Ankara, Istanbul, Izmir, Trabzon, Bursa, Diyarbakir and Antalya.As well as dramatic performances, many cities and resorts will be hosting free street festivals until April 28th, reports Today's...

27-03-2008 - read more...

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Turkey Property Highway to improve transport links in Izmir region

A new highway soon to be constructed will improve transport links in the west of Turkey.The Gebze-Orhangazi-Izmir highway project will see the completion of a road 420 kilometres (260 miles) long, with a 3,000 metre suspension bridge named the Izmit Gulf Transition.A tender is planned to take place in Ankara in October this year.Companies from Italy, Japan, Germany, British, the US and France are expected to be involved in the process, reports Hurriyet. According to Today's Zaman: "The announcement noted that the bid documents can be acquired for YTL 100,000 (£45,000) and that the...

26-03-2008 - read more...

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Turkey Property Fethiye meteorite sent for analysis

A meteorite which landed in the Fethiye district - the home to the yachting centre of Gocek - has been sent for analysis.Officials confirmed that the small object which fell from space will be sent to the Mining Exploration Institute (MTA), reports Today's Zaman.According to Fethiye deputy district governor Halil Ibrahim Comaktekin the meteorite fell in Yaka Village.Mr Comaktekin told the newspaper: "The head of the village called and informed us, saying that the meteorite was black. He is going to bring it to the city centre for analysis."We were amazed to find such a small stone...

12-03-2008 - read more...

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Turkey Property Spanish singer has Turkish soft spot

An internationally-renowned Spanish singer has lifted the lid on her heartfelt affection for Turkey.Monica Molina, who has performed sell-out concerts across the Mediterranean has even decorated the front cover of her new album with photographs of Istanbul, reports Today's Zaman.She told the newspaper: "I have been to Turkey several times, and I love the historical feeling in the air. "And also Istanbul is one of my favourite cities in the world. I love the old streets, the Bosporus, the Sultanahmet area and Ortakoy."The 19-mile-londg Bosporus joins the Black Sea and the Sea of...

29-02-2008 - read more...

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