Istanbul, Turkey, is one of my favorite cities. Come along as we explore the mysterious Harem of Topkai Palace.

The music for this episode is Im Il Jadaya Lil (A Girls Name), by Mohammed El-Bakkar.

For me, ancient mosaics are one of the most beautiful forms of art going. This is one of my favorites, the 5th-Century Synagogue of Beth Alpha.

The Fortress Kale in beautiful Skopje, Macedonia. If you have never been to the Balkans, and especially Macedonia, do yourself a favor and go. Beautiful country, and wonderful people.

Our Macedonian Rom music, "Basal, basal kurtis" is from Balkanarama.

Photos of the Fortress can be found here. Additional photos of Skopje are available here.