Adalar Islands TU
Adalar Islands - Landsat Image (N-35-40_2000)
Adalar Islands - Map
Buyukada - Landsat Image (N-35-40_2000)
Buyukada - Map
Adalar Islands are one of the primary sources of my intense interest in islands. I spent a wonderful summer on the main island of Buyukada back in 1965. The island was magical. No automobiles, only horse-drawn carriages to take you about the island. On the high point of the island is the site of a Greek Orthodox Catholic Monastary. The people I met were from all over Europe. It was a place that nationality was secondary to having a relaxing time. Oh, yes, the water was warm and crystal clear. Evenings were spent strolling about the island city to see and be seen. After dark, you could dance at the disco or view the outdoor movie theater. I am sure it has changed. I would still visit. These islands are tourist jewels and a definite "must-see" for the Istanbul visitor.
I redigitized some of the layers on Buyukada. The refining process took about 4-hours to complete. The new work was spent classifying vegetation more accurately. I realize I did not include a legend with this map.
