Hagia Sofia

Hagia Sophia means Holy Wisdom in Greek and is the name of the largest Christian church that existed until the construction of the Cathedral of Seville thousand years later. Its magnificent dome remains one of the world's largest and, since … Continue reading

The hamam, or Turkish bath

No one should visit Turkey and leave without entering a hamam and take a steam bath. Definitely a wonderful and unforgettable experience. The smell of the soap they use to take extra throughout the body is something that has been … Continue reading

Ali Pasha Bazaar of Edirne

Hersekzade Ahmed Pasha was the Grand Vizier of Suleiman the Magnificent and wanted to give a new building to Edirne, favorite city of the Imperial Family. He commissioned Mimar Sinan teacher, the greatest of Ottoman architects, building … Continue reading

Suleymaniye Mosque. The mosque of Suleyman the Magnificient.

The Suleymaniye is a work that brings together all the elements to be exceptional. It is the largest mosque in Istanbul, was raised by the most important of the Ottoman sultans, the best architect built the Empire and is situated … Continue reading

Best tiles in Istanbul. Rustem Pasha Mosque.

Although many visitors to the city pass in front of it when they visit the Spice Bazaar and the Galata Bridge, there are some that the most superb collection of Iznik tiles are lost there in Istanbul. Si hemos … Continue reading

Odunpazari, Ottoman district of Eskisehir

We went to Eskisehir were attracted by its reputation as a university city and also by its well-known meerschaum handicrafts. But the city immediately draws the attention of the visitor by the care of the streets, by its spectacular parks, by … Continue reading