#Turkish Embassy Letters

[learningaliving]

Commonplace Entry 3: Letters...Written during Her Travels [The Turkish Embassy Letters]

Lady Mary Wortley Montagu observed in one of her Turkish Embassy letters, "I was here convinced of the truth of a reflection I had often made, that if it were the fashion to go naked, the face would hardly be observed. I perceived that the ladies of the most delicate skins and finest shapes had the greatest share of my admiration, though their faces were sometimes less beautiful than those of their companions" (631).

Women travel writers such as Montagu had significant influence in the 17th century. The rise of the middle class and technological advancements made for more security and freedom in global travel for English citizens. Montagu, wife of Constantinople ambassador and the daughter of an aristocrat, was invested in sharing her observances and the English were invested in reading her words in turn. Her ability to witness foreign social cultural curiosities and report of them gave her an edge as an influencer. 18th century English were particularly interested in unveiling activities that would typically be removed from the public eye. Montagu's experience of the Turkish women's bathhouse gave her a taste of the surprising freedom found there. In "veiling" oneself from the gaze of others (men), superficialities, such as clothing and jewelry, became moot. Women's wisdom could be observed and expressed when the importance of outward appearance was subdued. Montagu continues to successfully asks modern audiences what makes a person fully valuable?

Montagu, Lady Mary W. Letters...Written during Her travels [The Turkish Embassy Letters], The Norton Anthology of English Literature, 10th Edition, Volume C, The Restoration and The Eighteenth Century, New York, London, W.W. Norton Company, 2018, pp. 631.

#Lady Mary Wortley Montagu #pursuitofknowledge #navigation #critiqueofthewealthy #18th century literature #theother #Turkish Embassy Letters #humanvalue #valueofwomen

[sumrflwrs]

I’m currently binge watching Downton Abbey and Edith is the WORST. If she has a million haters I’m one of them. If she has one hater I’M THAT ONE!!!

#DONT come at me with ohhhh she’s neglected she gets noooo attention she’s desperate #don’t care still sucks #her letter to the Turkish embassy could have started a WAR!! #currently in s2 and she’s destroying this farm family #u cannot be serious #spoiled! whiny! attention seeking! dumb! dense!!!! #give her less screen time immediately #not cottagecore sry

[ohtobealady]

Love your latest cobert drabbles😘🥰please write more soon dear! They are perfect!!🤓❤️

(This request was in a comment somewhere that I cannot find! Please forgive me.)

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“Oh,” Violet stood from her chair as her butler showed her daughter-in-law into her sitting room. “So you are back.”

And Cora entered, smiling, owning the room as she nearly always seemed to do, in her soft way—her face partly shaded by her kettle brim hat that covered one brow. Violet lifted her chin in greeting as her son’s wife drew toward her, her purple skirts rustling quietly.

“Hello, Mama,” she cooed, and Violet let Cora gently lean toward her, pressing her cheek quickly against her own, kissing the air beside her ear. Her perfume, always a little too strong for Violet’s taste, tickled her, and she blinked. “It’s lovely to see you.”

“Is it?” Violet answered, putting her finger to her nose, and then as Cora leaned away—straightening again to her full height—Violet cleared her throat. “I’m glad to hear it.”

She watched as Cora narrowed her gaze at her playfully, and shook her head. “Of course it is.” Her eyes were bright against the deep purple she wore, and there was a certain fullness in her cheeks that her tight grin made ever fuller.

She looked well, Violet thought, and she waved a hand toward the small couch near them, inviting her to sit.

“London seems to have agreed with you,” she said aloud as she watched her settle onto the seat. “You look quite refreshed.”

But the compliment wasn’t immediately accepted; Cora only looked down into her lap where she worked on taking off her gloves and chuckled.

“I’m not sure if it’s London, but thank you.”

“Perhaps not,” Violet answered, settling herself into her favorite chair. “Though having the last presented must certainly be a weight off your shoulders.”

“Well,” Cora looked up, and Violet saw her smirk. “We’ll see.”

Nodding, for she wasn’t quite sure how else to respond, Violet adjusted her hip in her seat.

“And how was it all in the end?” Violet lifted her chin, “After I returned. Did much happen?”

“Oh, it was wonderful,” Cora’s grin deepened. “We lost count of the invitations Sybil received.”

Violet was pleased at this and smiled. “Yes. Yes. She was charming, wasn’t she?”

Across from her, Cora nodded once, closing her eyes.

“And Mary and Edith?” Violet added. “Did they enjoy themselves?”

Cora took in a short breath and lowered her head. “Fewer invitations, but then, they have been out for so many seasons.”

“Yes,” Violet agreed. “The shine does dull slightly after the first one or two seasons, it’s true.” She shook her head and then leaned away. “I must say, after everything that’s happened these last months, your note to come to tea did raise a bit of an alarm.”

Across from her, Cora let her lips part slightly, “Oh?”

“After all, I wasn’t expecting you to call until tomorrow. You know, once you’ve settled in again after your journey. I thought if you wanted to see me so soon that the visit would come with some urgent message.”

“Well—“

“I imagined all manner of things. That Rosamund wouldn’t have Mary stay on. Or that Sybil had been arrested.” She chuckled. “Or even that Susan had written another letter. To the Turkish embassy! But I can see that nothing seems to be amiss, and of that I’m glad.”

“Well,” Cora’s voice was an octave lower than before, and Violet watched as she tipped her head, “There is something that I’ve come to tell you.”

“Oh dear.” Violet let her eyes go wide. She’d spoken too soon.

“Robert did suggest I simply include it in the note so as not to shock you, but I thought I’d better tell you myself.”

“So something has gone wrong,” Violet’s own voice grew higher. “If it has, please do just say what it is. I do hate suspense.”

“No. Not wrong. Perhaps a bit unexpected.”

Violet detected the smallest blush rise in her daughter-in-law’s cheeks.

“But nothing’s wrong at all.”

“I see,” Violet felt herself nod, blink. She lifted her head. “Then what is it?”

Across from her, Cora drew in a deep breath, her shoulders rising. Her cheeks grew pinker. “It seems that you’re to have another grandchild.”

“Am I?” She blinked again, and then tried to smile, for her daughter-in-law was smiling, though Violet’s mind struggled placing the words. “And who might that be?” she heard herself say, and then, just as soon as the words left her mouth — just as soon as she saw Cora’s features falter slightly — Violet’s mind finished its arithmetic. “Oh! Oh, you mean you?”

Cora’s smile deepened. She nodded.

“You and Robert?” She nearly gasped. “Oh, my dear! Well it is a bit unexpected, I admit.”

Across from her, Cora laughed. “Yes. Though you’ve reacted better than Robert. He nearly fainted.”

Violet didn’t doubt that in the slightest.

“I don’t think he would’ve believed me if Dr Clarkson hadn’t reassured him.”

“I can imagine,” Violet laughed, too. And then, looking over at her daughter-in-law again, she softened. “And the girls? Have you told them?”

“Well,” again, Cora’s head tipped as she spoke. “We’ve told Edith and Sybil. And we’ve written to Mary.”

Mary.

“And she’s not been in touch with Cousin Matthew?”

“Not that I’ve heard.”

It was impossible to miss the change in her daughter-in-law’s eyes at that—a cooling of the sparkle that had been there before—and, feeling her chest grow a little tighter, Violet smiled again. And this time, she felt it deeply.

“Wonderful news of course,” she repeated, and found herself reaching out to her son’s wife, images of the last birth flickering in her mind’s eye. Terrible images that Violet quickly pushed aside. “You must look after yourself.”

The glow washed over Cora once more. “Don’t worry.” She smiled, and Violet found that her thoughts must’ve been plainly obvious. “O’Brien has me wrapped in silk and feathers.”

#cobert #downton abbey #cora crawley #cobert drabbles #violet crawley #I hope you don’t mind me writing just willy nilly! #and I’m sorry I couldn’t find the comment #hope the person comes across this

[grandmaster-anne]

Court Circular | 23rd March 2023

Buckingham Palace

His Excellency Mr Yannis Tsaousis was received in audience by The King today and presented the Letters of Recall of his predecessor and his own Letters of Credence as Ambassador from the Hellenic Republic to the Court of St James’s. His Excellency Mr Koray Ertas was received in audience by The King and presented the Letters of Recall of his predecessor and his own Letters of Credence as Ambassador from the Republic of Turkey to the Court of St James’s. Mrs Ertas was also received by His Majesty. Sir Philip Barton (Permanent Under-Secretary of State for Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Affairs) was present. The King this afternoon officially opened the new London Headquarters of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development at Five Bank Street, London E14, and was received by Colonel Jane Davis (Vice Lord-Lieutenant of Greater London), the President of the Bank (Mrs Odile Renaud-Basso) and Mr Peter Curwen (the Board Director representing the United Kingdom). His Majesty toured the Bank, escorted by the President, and met Ukrainian and Turkish staff before viewing an art exhibition of paintings from Ukraine and joining a Meeting with the Board of Directors on green transition. Mrs Derek Cross was later received by The King upon relinquishing her appointment as The late Queen’s Diary Secretary. The King was represented by The Duke of Kent at the Service of Thanksgiving for Field Marshal the Lord Inge KG (formerly Chief of the Defence Staff) which was held at St Margaret’s Church, Westminster Abbey, today. The Queen Consort was represented by General Sir Patrick Sanders.

Kensington Palace

The Prince of Wales today undertook the following engagements in Poland. His Royal Highness this morning laid a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Plac Marszalka Józefa Pilsudskiego, Warsaw. The Prince of Wales afterwards called upon The President of the Republic of Poland at the President’s Chancellery, Warsaw. His Royal Highness this afternoon met Ukrainian refugees who are settled in the Polish community at Hala Koszyki, Koszykowa 63, Warsaw. The Prince of Wales subsequently met Ukrainian staff at Hala Koszyki who have been displaced from the British Embassy in Kyiv. His Royal Highness later arrived at Royal Air Force Northolt from Poland. Mr Jean-Christophe Gray, Mr Lee Thompson and Commander Robert Dixon RN were in attendance.

St James’s Palace

The Duke of Edinburgh, Patron, The Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award Foundation, this morning chaired a Trustees’ Meeting at 7 More London Riverside, London SE1.

St James’s Palace

The Princess Royal this morning visited Viridor Waste Management’s Dunbar Energy Recovery Facility in Oxwellmains, Dunbar, and was received by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of East Lothian (Mr Roderick Urquhart). Her Royal Highness, President, Scotch Chef’s Club, today visited the Monitor Farm Scotland Programme at J. R. B. Wilson and Sons, Cowbog Farm, Morebattle, Kelso, Roxburghshire, and was received by Mr John Jeffery (Deputy Lieutenant of Roxburgh, Ettrick and Lauderdale).

Kensington Palace

The Duchess of Gloucester, Royal Colonel, 7th Battalion The Rifles, this evening attended the Rededication Service of Queen Victoria’s Rifles’ Book of Remembrance at the Parish Church of St. George, Hanover Square, Lodon W1.

#court circular #princess anne #princess royal #king charles iii #prince william prince of wales #prince edward duke of edinburgh #birgitte duchess of gloucester #prince edward duke of kent #british royal family

[venicepearl]

Lady Mary Wortley Montagu (née Pierrepont; 15 May 1689 – 21 August 1762) was an English aristocrat, writer, and poet. Born in 1689, Lady Mary spent her early life in England. In 1712, Lady Mary married Edward Wortley Montagu, who later served as the British ambassador to the Sublime Porte. Lady Mary joined her husband on the Ottoman excursion, where she was to spend the next two years of her life. During her time there, Lady Mary wrote extensively on her experience as a woman in Ottoman Istanbul. After her return to England, Lady Mary devoted her attention to the upbringing of her family before dying of cancer in 1762.

Lady Mary is today chiefly remembered for her letters, particularly her Turkish Embassy Letters describing her travels to the Ottoman Empire, as wife to the British ambassador to Turkey, which Billie Melman describes as "the very first example of a secular work by a woman about the Muslim Orient". Aside from her writing, Mary is also known for introducing and advocating for smallpox inoculation to Britain after her return from Turkey. Her writings address and challenge the hindering contemporary social attitudes towards women and their intellectual and social growth.

#Lady Mary Wortley Montagu #Mary Wortley Montagu #women in history #women travelling #xvii century #xviii century #people #portrait #paintings #art #arte

[kehlana-wolhamonao3]

Mary and Edith’s dynamics in S1

Whenever I see people reducing Mary and Edith’s relationship in S1 just to Mary bullying Edith and Edith being her innocent victim, I wonder if we watched the same episodes.

What does Mary do to Edith in S1?

- she indeed bullies her a lot, mostly by cutting comments at every turn (and she can cut to the bone)

- makes a stupid bet with Edith regarding Sir Anthony and succeeds at stealing his attention from Edith for fun (but they were both in on it, none of them coming out looking good - Mary just won the bet)

- retaliates against Edith’s action with the letter by preventing Sir Anthony from proposing

What does Edith do to Mary in S1?

- gives as good as she gets in term of barbs (although she is less proficient at them than her sister, but it’s not for lack of trying). I saw it interpreted as self-defense and I could have accepted it, except for Edith’s other actions - see below

- spies on her (like when Mary went with the Duke of Crowborough to the attics)

- tries to humiliate Mary by calling her out on the things she spied on during a formal dinner with a potential suitor present 

- goes through Mary’s private things and reads her private letters

- sends a letter to the Turkish Embassy intended to completely ruin Mary’s life 

- acts with complete lack of remorse for the letter when confronted and calls Mary a slut

My take is that they both act absolutely horrid to each other, but while Mary restrained herself to cutting remarks until Edith raised the stakes, Edith actively worked against Mary however she could. I actually like Edith as a character and think she has the most visible character growth and very interesting story arch throughout the series, but I just cannot see her as simply Mary’s victim in S1.

#downton abbey #mary crawley #edith crawley #character analysis #i spent entirely too much time thinking about downton abbey

[mariacallous]

The Turkish Embassy in Sarajevo issued a statement on Thursday insisting that Ankara does recognise the 1995 Srebrenica killings as genocide after ruling coalition parties in the Turkish parliament rejected a proposal to formally recognise the massacres as genocide.

“The Republic of Turkey with all its institutions recognises the genocide in Srebrenica and in this regard accepts the decisions of international courts without the need for an additional law,” the statement said, Anadolu Agency reported.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan’s ruling Justice and Development Party, AKP and its ally, the Nationalist Movement Party, MHP rejected a parliamentary proposal from the main opposition Republican People’s Party, CHP on Wednesday to recognise the Srebrenica massacres as genocide.

The CHP’s proposed also called for July 11 to be declared Genocide Remembrance Day to commemorate the killings of more than 7,000 Bosniak men and boys by Bosnian Serb forces in July 1995.

But despite the fact that President Erdogan is seen as an ally of Bosnia and Herzegovina’s Muslim Bosniaks, the ruling alliance, which has a majority in the Turkish parliament, blocked the proposal.

After BIRN reported the vote in the Turkish parliament, the news made headlines in Bosnia and other Balkan countries.

Bosnian news website Avaz reported the story with the headline “Erdogan’s party refused to adopt the bill on the recognition of the genocide in Srebrenica”, leading the Turkish embassy to respond with its statement.

The embassy described the report as an example of “malicious and rather unsuccessful journalism”.

All six political parties in the Turkish parliament condemned the Srebrenica genocide in a joint letter to mark the 28th anniversary on Tuesday, but this was not a legally binding document.

Turkish leaders including President Erdogan have described the Srebrenica killings as genocide but the government avoids recognising in parliament for several reasons, claimed Omer Faruk Gergerlioglu, a lawmaker from the pro-Kurdish Green Left Party.

Gergerlioglu argued that the government does not want to worsen relations with Serbia or reopen debate about the killings and deportations of Armenians under the Ottoman Empire during World War I, which some parliaments around the world have described as genocide. Turkey strongly rejects this allegation.

Gergerlioglu also claimed that the ruling parties rejected the proposal because the main opposition CHP brought it to parliament.

[polikszena]

Ficlet Advent Calendar 2022 - December 1

I know I’m starting this with a delay, but last Sunday we presented our sketch show, so I was preparing for it during the entire weekend, and now I’m catching up with myself. At least the show went very well. :)

Title: The letter Fandom: Downton Abbey Characters: Mary Crawley, Cora Crawley Word Count: 827 Rating: Teen and up audiences Summary:   After her divorce, Lady Mary Crawley isn't looking forward Christmas this year, but then she receives mysterious letter on the 1st of December. Notes: Sets after Downton Abbey: A New Era, based on that headcanon of mine that after getting fed up with Henry’s absence, Mary decides to end their marriage as it does not seem to work anymore. Also, I decided to post the chapters separately, because it’s easier to tag them that way, so apologies for the spam.

December 1 - The letter

Looking at the calendar, Lady Mary Crawley let out a sigh. Contrary to the previous years, she wasn’t looking forward to Christmas at all. She didn’t feel the slightest excitement to think about the enormous tree in the hall or her children’s face when they would see it or when they would rip the paper off their presents. The only thing she felt was a slight annoyance and exhaust. 

Having the whole family around, including Edith, parading around the house, showing off her perfect marriage, the Bransons, Aunt Rosamund, then Isobel, and all would be very-very sorry for her and would lament Henry’s absence. (Not that he was home during Christmas in the last few years.) On the top of that, Papa invited the Marquis of Montmirail as well, his almost-brother, which meant more people to pity her. And that was the last thing Mary needed right now.

No-one said divorce would be a piece of cake, she knew that, but she wasn’t expecting it to be this this hard. Even though it was much easier to obtain it, society still wasn’t prepared for people deciding to end a marriage that wasn’t working anymore. Especially women. Ever since she had stopped being Lady Mary Talbot, the invitations to dinner parties, balls or other social events became more and more rare, and whenever she hosted something, only half of the invitees came, or not even half of them. Sometimes people invited Mama and Papa, but not her. It was humiliating.

Not only she wasn’t good enough for Herny to choose her over race cars, but she wasn’t good enough for the high society either. All because she had got fed up with her husband’s absence. Wasn’t marriage about being there for each other? It certainly wasn’t about him being away on some car race while Tom was getting married or Granny passing away. This was even worse than the times when Edith wrote that horrible letter to the Turkish Embassy. But this time it was only a divorce! Nobody died! Being rejected by both Henry and society was too much to bear.

When she entered the drawing room that morning, she found her mother holding a letter. Mary felt the urge to turn around and walk away. She didn’t want to know about another event she wasn’t invited to.

“Mary darling, this is for you,” Cora handed her the green envelope, and she raised a brow as she wasn’t expecting a letter from anyone. She couldn’t even recognise the handwriting on it.

“Thank you, Mama,” she said, sitting down on the armchair, then she opened the letter.

Dear Lady Mary,

I received the news about your marriage, and I have to admit, it surprised me. But I’m not here to gloat, or to pity you. I happen to know that divorce is not easy, especially not for a woman, but I also know how strong and brave you are, and if anyone can go through it with her head held high, it’s you.

What is this about? Mary wondered. Does this person think I need a lawyer? I already have one!

It takes a lot of courage to get out of a marriage – been there, done that -, and even the strongest need some encouragement, a few good words, a little bit of fun to ease the pain of the divorce and help you move on. And this is why I’m writing these letters to you. This is the first one of the twenty-four you will be receiving from me until Christmas. This will be my present to you. However, I will not tell you who I am until then, because I don’t want you to think I’m doing this because I have an agenda. I just want to cheer you up a little, just to make these times a little more bearable. I’m looking forward to writing all these letters to you; tomorrow you will receive the second one.

Until then I remain, yours sincerely, Christmas Ghost

When Mary put down the letter, she didn’t know what to say. She wasn’t even sure if that anonymous Christmas Ghost was serious. Perhaps the whole thing was just a joke. Still, the idea of someone writing twenty-four letters to her just to cheer her up warmed her heart, making her wonder who that might be. Someone from the estate? Anna, maybe? But why would she do such thing, seeing her every day? Could it be Tom and Lucy? That would make sense, she thought to herself. But how would they know what a divorce could feel like?

“Who wrote to you?” Cora asked.

“I don’t know, it doesn’t say,” Mary replied. “I either have an anonymous friend or the whole thing is just a joke. Probably it’s the latter,” she added with a small shrug.

However, next morning she felt genuine excitement when she saw a green envelope on the tray when Greg the footman brought in the post.

(Read it on AO3)

#downton abbey #mary crawley #cora crawley #ficlet advent calendar 2022 #my fics #christmas

[turkeyvisaonline0]

Turkey Visa from Philippines: An Overview

Philippine citizens need to obtain a visa before they travel to Turkey. The type of necessary visa depends on the purpose and duration of your visit. This article gives a breakdown of the general requirements for a Turkey visa for Philippines citizens:

Valid Philippine Passport: Your passport should have validity for at least six months beyond your intended stay in Turkey.

Visa Application Form: You can easily obtain the application form can be obtained from the Turkish Embassy or Consulate in the Philippines or download it online. The form should be filled out completely and accurately in English or Turkish.

Two Passport-Sized Photos: You will also need two recent passport-sized photographs with a white background.

Proof of Travel: This may even include a plane ticket or a booking confirmation for your return flight from Turkey.

Proof of Accommodation: Submit a hotel reservation confirmation or a letter of invitation from a host in Turkey clarifying your purpose of visit and duration of stay

Financial Means: There should be proof of sufficient financial resources that cover your stay in Turkey, such as bank statements or a letter of sponsorship.

Philippine Visa (if applicable): If you are at present staying in another country with a visa, you might need to provide a copy of that visa as well.

Travel Insurance: Though not mandatory, you should have travel insurance to cover your medical emergencies, trip cancellations, and lost luggage during your stay in Turkey.

The requirements mentioned above for the Philippines to Turkey visa are for general purposes only. It depends on your specific circumstances whether you need any additional documentation. Processing times for visa applications may also vary.

#turkey visa philippines

[modernloveclub]

"Understanding Turkish Visa Fees and Processing Times for Applicants from Germany"

Introduction: 

Planning a trip to Turkey from Germany? Whether you're traveling for tourism, business, education, or family reunification, understanding the Turkish visa application process is essential. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the requirements, step-by-step application process, and offer valuable tips to help make your Turkish visa application from Germany a hassle-free experience.

Types of Turkish Visas:

Before we dive into the application process, it's crucial to determine the type of visa that best suits your travel purpose. Turkey offers various visa categories, including:

Tourist Visa: For individuals visiting Turkey for leisure or tourism.

Business Visa: Required for business-related activities such as meetings, conferences, or negotiations.

Student Visa: If you plan to study in Turkey, you'll need a student visa.

Work Visa: For individuals seeking employment in Turkey.

Family Reunion Visa: Designed for family members of Turkish residents or citizens.

Transit Visa: If you're passing through Turkey to another destination, you may need a transit visa.

Turkish Visa Requirements for German Residents:

Each visa type has specific requirements, but common prerequisites include:

A valid passport with at least six months of validity beyond your intended departure from Turkey.

Completed visa application form.

Recent passport-sized photos.

Travel itinerary, including flight reservations.

Proof of accommodation in Turkey (e.g., hotel reservations or an invitation letter from a host).

Proof of sufficient funds to cover your stay.

Travel insurance (sometimes required).

Additional documents specific to your visa category.

It's essential to check the Turkish Embassy or Consulate's official website for the most up-to-date and detailed information on the requirements for your specific visa type.

The Turkish Visa Application Process:

Fill out the Application Form: Download and complete the visa application form from the Turkish Embassy or Consulate's website. Ensure all information is accurate and matches your supporting documents.

Gather Required Documents: Collect all necessary documents as per your visa type and checklist provided by the embassy. Double-check the list to avoid any omissions.

Pay the Visa Fee: Check the visa application fee on the embassy's website and pay it using the specified method.

Schedule an Appointment: Book an appointment with the Turkish Embassy or Consulate in Germany to submit your visa application. You may need to provide biometric data during your visit.

Attend an Interview: Depending on your visa type and circumstances, you might be required to attend an interview at the embassy or consulate. Prepare for questions about your travel plans and intentions.

Wait for Processing: After submitting your application, patience is key. Processing times can vary, so apply well in advance of your intended travel date.

Collect Your Visa: If your visa is approved, you'll receive a notification to collect it from the embassy or consulate. Be sure to review the visa for accuracy.

Tips for a Successful Turkish Visa Application:

Plan Ahead: Apply for your visa well in advance to account for processing times and any potential delays.

Organize Your Documents: Keep your documents well-organized and in one place to streamline the application process.

Be Honest and Transparent: During interviews or in your application, be truthful and transparent about your travel intentions.

Double-Check Requirements: Ensure you meet all the requirements for your specific visa type, as missing documents can lead to delays or denials.

Follow Instructions: Pay close attention to the instructions provided by the Turkish Embassy or Consulate and follow them meticulously.

Keep Copies: Make copies of all your documents and keep them safe in case of loss or theft.

Conclusion:

Obtaining a Turkish visa from Germany can seem daunting, but with careful planning and adherence to the requirements and tips outlined in this guide, you can increase your chances of a successful application. Start the process early, gather all necessary documents, and maintain open communication with the embassy or consulate to ensure a smooth experience. Once you have your Turkish visa in hand, you'll be well on your way to enjoying your trip to this beautiful and culturally rich country.

For more details contact: https://visasprocess.com/turkey-evisa-application/ 

[ao3feed-marymatthew]

The Betrayal

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by red_ranger_fan

What if Cora overheard Edith and Mary's conversation about the letter to the Turkish Embassy. How would she deal with the news that her second daughter confirmed such a scandal?

Words: 285, Chapters: 1/1, Language: English

Fandoms: Downton Abbey

Rating: Teen And Up Audiences

Warnings: Creator Chose Not To Use Archive Warnings

Categories: F/M

Characters: Cora Crawley, Robert Crawley, Mary Crawley, Matthew Crawley, Kemal Pamuk

Relationships: Cora Crawley/Robert Crawley, Mary Crawley/Matthew Crawley

Additional Tags: Alternate Universe - Canon Divergence, Sibling Rivalry, What-If, Canonical Character Death

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#fanfiction #Downton Abbey #Mary Crawley/Matthew Crawley #Mary/Matthew #ship:matthewxmary #ao3feed

[sageglobalresponse]

We’re not denying visas to Nigerian students —Turkish embassy

The Turkish Embassy has denied reports it was deliberately denying visas to Nigerian students. Ki

In a statement dated January 18, 2023, and signed by Hidayet Bayraktar, the embassy stated that a recent report raising alarm over the alleged denial of visas to Nigerian students was devoid of any reality or foundation.

The embassy harped on the long-standing friendship and history between Turkiye and Nigeria and clarified that visa applications are treated on individual merits and the decision to grant or deny such applications is based on objective grounds.

Part of the statement reads: “We would like to remind you that, in any circumstances, visa applications are treated on their merits and not on a political basis, and decisions are taken on objective grounds.

“In order not to go into details, there are certain conditions that are expected to be fulfilled by the applicants for the issuance of Turkish entry visa. For example, if there is any fraud detected in any of the required documents submitted; such as a forged acceptance letter, bank account statement/declaration or if the applicant with an obtained prior visa has already stayed over 90 days during the current 180-day period on the territory of Turkey, the visa application shall be denied immediately.

“Turkey and Nigeria relations are based on a long-standing friendship and history. We see Nigerian students who are planning, presently studying or have graduated in Turkiye, as a bridge of culture and friendship between our countries and an asset to our bilateral relations. They are the honorary Ambassadors of Turkiye to Nigeria.”

#sage response #sageglobalresponse #likesforlike

[hallpiner]

Heroes of the storm preparing game data slow

"Today is an important and substantive step, a step on the way to a comprehensive agreement". UN Secretary General Antonio Guterres said a "critical step forward" had been made toward reviving Ukrainian grain exports but cautioned that "more technical work will now be needed to materialize today's progress". Turkey would also set up a coordination centre with Ukraine, Russia and the United Nations for grain exports, he said. In a statement, Turkey's Defense Minister Hulusi Akar said an agreement would be signed next week when all parties meet again, adding the parties had agreed on joint controls for checking grains at harbors. Talks between Russia, Ukraine, Turkey and UN officials on resuming Black Sea exports of Ukraine grain resulted in an agreement to form a coordination center in order to ensure the safety of routes, the Turkish defense minister said on Wednesday. (Cover: A view shows the embassy of Donetsk in Moscow, Russia, July 12, 2022. expressed the will to develop the state-to-state relations with those countries in the idea of independence, peace and friendship," KCNA said. The move makes the DPRK the third country after Russia and Syria to recognize the two breakaway entities.ĭPRK's official media outlet KCNA confirmed on Thursday the country's Foreign Minister Choe Son Hui sent letters to her counterparts in both territories on Wednesday, recognizing their independence. In a statement, the Ukrainian office denounced the DPRK's decision as an attempt by Pyongyang to undermine the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Ukraine, and severed ties with the DPRK in response. The Ukrainian Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced on Wednesday that it has severed diplomatic relations with the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK) in response to its decision to recognize the independence of territories in the Donetsk and Luhansk regions of Ukraine.

#Heroes of the storm preparing game data slow

[istanbulorconstantinople]

Underground Railway from Galata to Pera

Underground Railway.—From Galata to Pera, trains every 5 minutes from sunrise to two hours after sunset. Fares either way—first class, 30 paras; second class, 20 paras.

Tramways.—Azab Kapu, Galata and Ortakeui line; Galata, Pera and Sishli line; and the Emin

Onu and Yedi Kuleh (Seven Towers) line, this latter on the Stambul side. On all lines there are first and second-class cars, but, with the exception of the open first-class cars on the Galata and Pera line, and the Emin Onu Ak Saray line, cannot be recommended. Prom Pera to Galata, first class, 1 piastre (2d.); from Pera to Sishli, 1 piastres (3d.).

Telegraph and Post Offices.—The Turkish Telegraph and the Eastern Telegraph Company’s Offices, as well as the Turkish Pera Post Office, are in the same premises, Grande Eue de Pera. Telegrams between the United Kingdom and Constantinople by land lines, are charged 7d. per word. The Head Telegraph Office is in Stambul, and the branch office in Yo’ivoda Street, Galata. The Medjidieh is only counted as worth 19 piastres in paying telegrams, and the Turkish pound is taken for 22-J- francs.

The General Turkish Post Office for the interior of Turkey is in Stambul, near the Bridge; and the International Ottoman Post Office is in Voivoda Street, Galata.

Besides the above, each of the great European Powers has its own post office, and it is mainly through these that the correspondence between Turkey and the outer world is forwarded and received guided istanbul tour, and only these can be relied on for the safe despatch and receipt of letters. The European post offices are—

The British Post Office

The British Post Office, Galata.

The French Post Office, Kue Voevoda, Galata.

The German Post Office, Rue Voevoda, Galata, opposite the French Post Office.

The Austrian Post Office, Grande Rue of Galata, Galata.

The Russian Post Office, Mumhaneh, Galata, mails to and from the United Kingdom every day.

Streets.—With two or three exceptions, the streets of Constantinople are but little better than narrow, crooked, wretchedly-paved, and dirty alleys, teeming with mangy, snarling pariah dogs and garbage, upon which these latter feed. Footpaths there are none, except along part of one or two of the principal streets; and pedestrians have to pick their way as best they can among the ceaseless throng of carriages, carts, horses, porters, pack animals, and over the above-mentioned ubiquitous pariah curs. Street accidents are, however, of rare occurrence. The principal street, where all the European shops are, is the Grande Rue de Pera,

running through the heart of Pera from near Galata Bridge to beyond the Taxim Assembly Gardens; and next in importance is the Rue Tepe Bachi, along which the Galata and Pera trams run, and where the best hotels, the British Embassy, and the Petits Champs Municipality Assembly Gardens are situated. The principal streets, and some few of the next in importance, are lit by gas, the remainder being plunged in Egyptian darkness, save when there is a moon.

Bridges.—These are two in number, the lower or Galata Bridge, and the upper bridge called Azab Kapu Bridge. Both are pontoon bridges with a draw in the middle part to allow vessels to pass in and out of the Upper Horn. Galata Bridge is the one most frequented, and is perhaps the only place in the world where such a diversity of nationalities and such variety of national costume may be seen assembled; it is here that the Bosporus, Skutari, and Princes’ Islands steamers land and embark their passengers.

Tolls.—Pedestrians 10 paras (Jd.). Horses and mounted passengers, 1 piastre (2d.). Carriages 2P piastres (5d.).

N.B.—Only Turkish money is taken, and gold pieces are never changed.

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Two parts Treasury

The Seraglio is divided nowadays in two parts —the Treasury, to which visitors are admitted by imperial warrant; and the Outer Grounds, in which are situated the Imperial College of Medicine, the Fine Arts School, the Museum of Antiquities, the Mint, and the Church of St. Irene. Between the entrance to the Treasury and the Church of St. Irene is an open square, called the Court of the Janissaries ; in its centre is an old plane-tree, called the Janissaries’ Plane-tree; it is said that on its branches the executioner in olden times was wont to hang those sentenced to death for treason or other crimes, and that under its cool shade many a mutiny of the Janissaries was hatched. The porphyri sarcophagi, bearing a cross, seen near the Church of St. Irene, are supposed to have held the mortal remains of Byzantine Emperors; they were discovered among the ruins of the Church of St. Minas, near St. Irene. Close by is Eudoxia’s Column, a broken obelisk, and a fragment of an enormous head of Medusa.

Admission to the Treasury.—The Treasury, or the Crown Jewels, is open on Sundays and Tuesdays from 6 to 9 o’clock, Turkish time. Visitors wishing to visit the Treasury have to get, at least one day before the above said days, a letter from their respective Embassies to the officials in the Foreign Office, whence another letter, written in Turkish, will be given to them to the officials of the Treasury. The issuing of the permit is free of charge private tour istanbul. And no gratuities are given to the innumerable attendants who closely surround visitors while they are in the Treasury proper.

Orta Kapou

Travellers who obtain the permit have to go to Orta Kapou, or Middle Gate, and show their permit to one of the guardians of this gate, who will conduct them through the Bab-i-Saadet to the inner section of the grounds, where they will be met by the Treasurer. Ortah Kapu, which is flanked by massive towers, is always guarded by soldiers, and none can pass the door without a permit. Within this gate is a court planted with trees, and in it are those dome buildings which excite the curiosity of foreigners approaching Constantinople from the Sea of Marmora, when the steamer rounds Seraglio Point.

A great part of the buildings with yellow chimneys, on the right on entering this court, are the palace kitchens; on the left is the dower-house, where the wives of the Sultan’s predecessors reside, closely guarded. These buildings are approached by the Bab-i-Sadet (Gate of Felicity), or Ah Aghalar Kayu (Gate of the White Eunuchs), guarded by white eunuchs ; here the accession of Sultans to the throne was formerly proclaimed.

Visitors are first conducted to the Treasury proper, the iron gate of which is solemnly opened in their presence by the Treasurer. The first room below contains a fine collection of old Turkish arms and armour; in the centre is an inlaid Persian throne, set with rubies and emeralds, captured by Sultan Selim I. in 1514, from the Shah of Persia, Ismael. Opposite the entrance, near a window, is the bronze statue of the late Sultan Abd-ul-Aziz on horseback ; the adjoining glass case contains the sword of Constantine Paleologus, the last Byzantine Emperor; and the left-hand glass cases contain sword-handles of emerald, vases filled with coral, and large unwrought pearls; besides costly embroidered counterpanes and saddles.

Visitors are next conducted upstairs; the most remarkable object to be seen here is the throne of Sultan Ahmed III., made of precious wood, inlaid with tortoise-shell, and set with turquoises and a large emerald, the whole an exquisite specimen of early Turkish art; in the glass case on the left is the chain-mail worn by Sultan Murad 1Y. at the taking of Bagdad in 1638.

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All travellers visiting Constantinople

Passports.—All travellers visiting Constantinople, or any town in Turkey, must be provided with a passport duly vis6 by the Turkish Consul at the place they started from, or at the capital or outport of the country they belong to or that they have last left. A passport will always be found to be convenient, as offering a ready means of identification, and more particu-larly when letters have to be claimed at a poste restante.

Vis6s to Passports.—British Consulate, Hue Voivoda, opposite the Ottoman Bank. Open from 10 to 3 o’clock. Charge 2 shillings.

United States Consulate, 13 Rue des Petits Champs, near the Hotel Bristol. Open 10 to 3. Charge 1 dollar.

Travellers leaving Turkey for Senna, Roumania, Bulgaria, and Russia, are particularly and earnestly recommended to have their passports vis6 by the Consul for the nation they belong to, and by the respective Consuls for such of these countries as they intend to visit. Leaving Turkey for any other country, travellers must have their passports vis6 by the Consul for the nation they belong to.

Teskereh, or permit to travel in the interior of Turkey.—Travellers proceeding up-country or to any small town along the coast, at which steamers to and from Europe do not call, must be provided with an official Teskereh, or permit, to be obtained from the Turkish authorities on application to the Consul for the nation they belong to. These teskerehs serve the traveller in lieu of his own passport, which none of the officials in the interior could read, and which he is not called upon to produce guided istanbul tour. Personal application for a teskereh is not necessary; it can be obtained easily by a dragoman or the hotel commissionaire. The charge for a teskereh is 14jp., besides the Consul’s charge, which is the same as for that of the visa of passport. A teskereh is available for a year, and must be vis6 at a charge of 2-|p. every time the holder leaves one town to proceed to another.

Custom-house Formalities

Custom-house Formalities.—Travellers arriving at Constantinople by steamer land at the Passengers’ Custom-house of Galata, where first of all they have to show their passports. It is advisable for a traveller to engage one of the dragomans that board the steamer, who will ‘arrange’ that the inspection of luggage be a mere matter of form. Cigars and tobacco, rifles, revolvers and ammunition are prohibited.

Travellers arriving by rail are set down at the Railway Station Custom-house, and here luggage is inspected. Both on coming in and on going out of the city, whether by steamer or by rail, luggage has to go through the Custom-house for examination.

Dragomans or Interpreter Guides.—The word Dragoman is a corruption of the Arabic word tar- jaman, meaning ‘ one who explains or interprets and is the general name given throughout the Levant to the gentlemen employed as official interpreters or translators at the various European Consulates and Embassies in the Levant. In the process of time, it has been extended to the hotel guides who also act as interpreters. Eew of these, however, are to be recommended, as they are for the most part ignorant, and their knowledge of any other language but their own is very limited. But, on the other hand, they are indispensable for sight-seeing or making purchases if the traveller does not speak Turkish. Guides are paid 10 frs. a day, but if employed for a number of days and out of the season, they may be engaged at the rate of 7 or 8 francs per diem. Guides accompanying travellers are admitted free of charge into all monuments.

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