Anecdotes

Coffee was introduced to the Ottoman Empire by Syrian traders in the 16th century. The sultan's palace staff then devised a unique brewing method, which became a cornerstone of Turkish social life. Turkish coffee is today a UNESCO cultural heritage. Read our Turkey sailing guide to know more about this country. On the Mediterranean coast, in the port of Ephesus, The Temple of Artemis was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The city was also famed for the Library of Celsus, which housed thousands of scrolls and featured a clever ventilation system to protect them from humidity.