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Istanbul is a city like no other. Spanning the two continents of Europe and Asia, home to a population of more than 14 million people, and with enough historical sites to keep any person busy for several lifetimes, Istanbul is as stunningly beautiful as it is unique.
Bringing together elements from Byzantine, Greek, Roman, Ottoman and Turkish civilizations, Istanbul has evolved over centuries into a city of great cultural significance. As well as its popular historical and religious sites, the city has a wide range of contemporary museums, art galleries and musical talent. The energy and creative spirit is palpable.... read more
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An architectural pioneer in Turkey’s Ottoman history
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Turkish Coffee Kurukahveci Mehmet Efendi
Posted by joley Jan 2012
I loooove Mehmet Efendi Turkish cofee. And I love the fact that I can find it on tulumba.com in the US. Super happyyy!
Egin Tekstil- Doctor's Number 1
Posted by Wendy Van Deusen Dec 2011
I too stumbled upon this great shop where I met the owner and bought the Doctor's Number 1 towel. Love it for it's absorbancy, ability to fit all body types and how fast it dries. It only gets better with age, for real. I hope to be able to make contact to be able to have them in a small museum store of very special items in the US.
Hagia Sophia - Ayasofya Museum
Posted by mtaylor Dec 2011
My hotel off and on for couple wks was couple blocks away, as i would approach each morning the sudden realization of this beautiful structure was everytime a surprise yet it was a vision that was also always interrupted by a tout (a salesman trying to sell me a book or a tour or something that would relieve me of my money) yet it made for a contrast to an almost other worldly vision along with a very worldly experience of trying to be sold something, anyway i have seen a few of the original "wonders of the world" but this one in every way lived up to its wonder. it brought tears to my eyes several times that couple of weeks. mt
Karisma Sen Restaurant
Posted by leanne macomber Dec 2011
After browsing the web (as a result of aimless wandering about and being hollered at obnoxiously from every restaurant in the area)... i found this spot! I never write online reviews, but this place lacks a web thumbs up, so i figured i owed it to them for being a bright spot in my evening. It was very quaint yet lively. full of locals and a warm host. i wish i understood her language because she was really lighting up the room. from the moment i entered the place it was like being at home.. and im from texas. i take friendliness very seriously. the fact that i was absolutely no where near home was always charming and the food was excellent! fresh and flavorful. I had a few healthy cold vegetable starters, a wonderful glass of wine, and a delicious main fish. simple and very good. the service was amazing (they even helped me get my coat on). did i mention im not rich? i will totally be going back.

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