Introduction to Istanbul’s Sultanahmet District Istanbul, the vibrant city that bridges Europe and Asia, is home to a multitude of cultural treasures. Among its many districts, Sultanahmet stands out as the historic heart of the city. This enchanting neighborhood is a haven for history buffs, architecture enthusiasts, and those seeking a deep dive into Istanbul’s …
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Places to Visit in Istanbul On New Year Eve
Places to Visit in Istanbul On New Year Eve Countdown has started as we are few weeks away to welcome year 2018. It’s the right time when we can all plan our celebration for New Year; celebration which is not restricted to gender or age. Some get a chance to travel abroad while others stay …
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Where to Watch the Mevlevi Sema Ceremony in Istanbul?
Mevlevi Sema Ceremony is a very special type of ceremony in Turkey. The birth place is considered to be Konya, however you can find many places in different regions of Turkey where the ceremony is performed by trained persons. Istanbul is one of those places where Mevlevi Sema Ceremony is performed in various venues. You …
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How To Go To Bursa from Istanbul?
Bursa is one of the great places in Turkey that tourists usually want to visit after seeing the major cities, like Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir and Antalya. It is a historical city located in the Marmara region. The city is surrounded by Bilecik and Sakarya to the east, Kocaeli, Yalova, and Istanbul to the North, Eskisehir and Kutahya to the …
The Süleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Süleymaniye Mosque In Istanbul Suleymaniye Mosque ( Süleymaniye Camii ) was built between 1550 and 1557 for Sultan Süleyman the Magnificient. The mosque itself stands high on a hill overlooking the Bosphorus Strait. It was under restoration until late 2011 and now majority of its parts are open for public to visit. In and outside …
Topkapı Palace: The Residence of the Ottoman Sultans
Topkapı Palace was constructed by Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror between 1460 and 1478. The palace was used as the residence of the Ottoman Sultans until very late period of the Ottomans. The palace transformed into a museum after the establishment of the Turkish Republic. The area of the Topkapı Museum is about 400.000 squaremeters. You …
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5 Things To Do In Istanbul
Visit Spice Bazaar The Spice Bazaar is one of the popular destinations for the visitors who love spicy foods. ıt is considered as the second biggest after the Grand Bazaar. For the ones who do not like spice, you should still consider visiting the Bazaar since you will see delicious nuts, dried fruits, leaf tea, …
What to See in Istanbul?
What To See in Istanbul? Do you have any idea about where to visit in Istanbul and what to see in Istanbul? Istanbul is a metropolitan city located in the Marmara region in Turkey, one half in Europe and the other in Asia. It is called as a “Eurasian” city because of the area it …
Christmas in Turkey
Christmas in Turkey Turkey is a country where the majority is Muslim however it is also a country where specific western traditions are widely celebrated throughout the year. For the ones who is going to celebrate Christmas that commemorates the birth of Jesus Christ and who want have a special holiday season in Turkey, there …
How to get to Pamukkale from Ataturk Airport by bus
There are several options to go to Pamukkale from Ataturk Airport by bus. There are a number of firms going to Pamukkale. In this post, I assume you will use the company ‘Pamukkale Turizm’ and describe how you can go to the Alibeykoy station by using public transportation. Of course, you can always call a …
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