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Beneath the magnificent skyline of Istanbul lies a labyrinth thousands of years old. Beyond the Yerebatan and Binbirdirek cisterns, which are besieged by tourists, dozens of different cisterns, tunnels, and passage systems in the depths of the city silently bridge the gap between history and the present day. From the water conservation systems of the Byzantine Empire to the secret passages of the Ottoman era, from the engineering marvels of the 19th century to the restoration projects that have survived to this day, Istanbul's subterranean architecture is as impressive as the city above.Here are the places you need to discover.

Turkey's geographical landscape is adorned with magnificent canyons, the product of millions of years of geological processes. From the deep chasms hosting the warm climate of the Mediterranean, to the lush valleys of the Black Sea, the glacier-marked formations of Eastern Anatolia, and the volcanic tuff cliffs of Central Anatolia, each tells a different story. According to data from the Ministry of Agriculture and Forestry, there are over 50 significant canyons recorded in our country, many of which are under nature conservation status.This list brings together the 15 most impressive canyons in Turkey, both in terms of depth and length, as well as geological diversity.

TasteAtlas, one of the most popular platforms in the gastronomy world, aims to discover local dishes, introduce them to the entire world, and pass them on to future generations. In pursuit of this goal, TasteAtlas, which continues to work on its lists, has recently published two separate lists ranking the best drinks and the best dishes in Turkey.We're sure you'll be surprised by the dish that topped the 'Best Turkish Dishes' ranking by TasteAtlas.

On the morning of November 14, 1963, a fishing boat off the southern shores of Iceland noticed something peculiar: the sea was boiling, and ash and steam were erupting into the sky. The underwater volcanic eruption that began that day continued to spew lava and ash for the next four years, essentially creating an island out of nothing. Named Surtsey, after the fire giant Surtur from Viking mythology, it is now the youngest island in the world. However, this birth story also set a countdown clock ticking. Just as it emerged, Surtsey will one day be swallowed back by the sea.

Google Earth has made it possible to gaze upon nearly every corner of the world from the comfort of your screen. However, these images don't just display cities, roads, or natural wonders. Quite peculiar spots can also emerge in the satellite imagery. Some are optical illusions created by nature, while others are giant symbols crafted by human hands.Here are the seven most bizarre spots noticed on Google Earth.