We lived in Turkey, courtesy of the USAF, and one walks around on eggshells there. At that time, if someone stole your Bible, you would be responsible and face prison without recourse as an American citizen. We were thrilled to leave, especially when we got to go to Germany. But it was a blessing to see Ephesus and the house John took Mary to.
I got to to Incirlik Air Base in Adana for a period of time. I absolutely loved it. It was probably a different time period from when you were there, though. I really liked the Turkish people. I always wanted to go back, but never got the chance.