Mark Ziese March 26, 2013 Exploring Türkiye West of Rhapsody, East of Tragedy: A Journey to Aghtamar Island Mark Ziese March 26, 2013 Exploring Türkiye Discover the bittersweet history of Aghtamar Island on Lake Van, Turkey. Explore the 10th-century Armenian Cathedral of the Holy Cross and the tragic folktale behind its name.