Many tourists visit the most famous monuments in Istanbul and leave with an excellent overview of the architecture and landscapes of the city. However, the most conservative and traditional areas often remain outside the programs. The … Continue reading
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After the conquest of Constantinople, Ottoman sultans began residing in the Eski Sarayi, current Istanbul University. Then they ordered the construction of Topkapi palace known, Heritage of UNESCO, who was replaced as host … Continue reading
When Mehmet the Conqueror decided their final attack on Constantinople, realized that he had to cut off supplies to the city received from the Black Sea through the Bosphorus. A few years before, Sultan Bayecid I had a stronghold in … Continue reading
The last great mosque of the classical period Ottoman born with two major controversies. The Sultan had not won a major battle that deserved to be commemorated with a new mosque and this was not merely symbolic problem. In the absence … Continue reading
Istanbul is a fascinating city whose cultural wealth, the architectural landscaping never just To know. Unfortunately, when traveling with children, they do not find it as exciting and you have to find time for the little ones can also enjoy. Miniaturk is one … Continue reading
With its 14 million inhabitants, Istanbul is a city of frantic activity and unbearable traffic.. Visitors may think that there is no place for a break in this megapolis, but Ulus Park is one of corners that retain … Continue reading
If you visit Istanbul I recommend a cruise on the Bosphorus. This strait connects the Black Sea with the Sea of Marmara and a length of 30km. It's not just a pampering experience, but the best way to understand the … Continue reading