The sun was setting over Ankara. It was a chilly evening in mid February, and passengers were taking selfies next to the blue, red and white wagons of the Dogu Ekspresi,or the Eastern Express. A ...

Turkey has several long-distance trains, and the desire to ride one of them was the inspiration for this trip. I had the ...

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The Doğu Express, spanning over 1,300 kilometers from Ankara to Kars, offers a blend of history, scenic beauty, and unique travel experiences. This train journey not only connects important cities but ...