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Split, Croatia
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Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
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Kosovo, Kosovo
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Sofia, Bulgaria
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Istanbul, Türkiye
Start your journey in Istanbul, exploring the Hagia Sophia, Grand Bazaar, and the vibrant Sultanahmet district. Don't miss a Bosphorus ferry ride and a taste of simit and kebabs before heading east.
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Ankara, Türkiye
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Karanlık Canyon, Türkiye
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Kars, Türkiye
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Pansheti Mineral Spring, Georgia
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Tbilisi, Georgia
Tbilisi charms with its old town, sulfur baths in Abanotubani, and the iconic Narikala Fortress. Try khachapuri and Georgian wine in the lively Rustaveli Avenue area.
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Baku, Azerbaijan
Baku blends medieval Old City walls with futuristic Flame Towers along the Caspian Sea. Stroll the seaside boulevard and try plov and dolma in a local chaikhana teahouse.
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Almaty, Kazakhstan
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Urumqi, China
Urumqi is the first major Chinese city on the ancient Silk Road, offering a fascinating mix of Uyghur and Han cultures. Visit the Xinjiang Regional Museum and try hand-pulled laghman noodles in the Erdaoqiao market area.
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Dunhuang, China
Dunhuang is an oasis town famous for the Mogao Caves, a UNESCO World Heritage site with over 1,000 years of Buddhist art. Ride a camel over the Singing Sand Dunes at sunset for an unforgettable experience.
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Xi'an, China
Xi'an marks the eastern terminus of the Silk Road and is home to the legendary Terracotta Army. Wander the ancient City Wall, explore the Muslim Quarter, and feast on roujiamo and biangbiang noodles.
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Chongqing City, China