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Faruk Basibuyuk

Languages Spoken: Turkish, English, and Spanish

Born in northwestern Turkey, Faruk Basibüyük has over 20 years of experience in bringing travelers to Turkey. Since attending Erciyes University for a degree in tourism, Faruk has guided extensively throughout his home country, especially in Istanbul and Cappadocia. An expert storyteller, he's well-versed in Istanbul's Byzantine, Ottoman, and modern history, along with art history and culinary experiences. He has operated boutique hotels in Cappadocia and Antalya for several years, and lives in Cappadocia with his wife and son.

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