It’s not ancient history—1930. There used to be a time when you could travel with peace of mind on the Taurus-Express. Starting in Istanbul, you could journey all the way to Baghdad, visiting Ankara, Kayseri, Adana, Gaziantep, and Mosul along the way. The same express also connected to Tehran and Cairo. It’s almost hard to believe now, given the current tensions in the Middle East, but back then, these historic cities were easily accessible, each with its own rich history and charm.
Photo: Passengers on the Taurus-Express to Baghdad, 1969.
