Stunning Hagia Sofia

Despite the queued crowds it is worth the wait.

October 14th 2023
Upon first observations, I can confidently say Istanbul is quite the multicultural milkshake. That, and I am completely charmed by its cobbled streets leading towards the sea. What a condensed, sprawling, hodge-podge of people and life! Demographics say its 78 percent Turks, but there are so many other faces. That's 15 million people tightly packed into stackable buildings, some within the conf ... read more

Middle East » Turkey » Marmara » Istanbul » Sultanahmet

Modern Turkey was founded in 1923 from the Anatolian remnants of the defeated Ottoman Empire by national hero Mustafa KEMAL, who was later honored with the title Ataturk, or "Father of the Turks." Under his authoritarian leadership, the country adopt... ... read more

15th January 2024

Dancing Dave
David Hooper

Turkish Delights
We have had Turkey at the top of our list for years but others have distracted us which we did not regret. Your blog excites as you obviously are. Love this pic but the crowds!!!

16th January 2024

cabochick
Andrea

Ah yea, most of my list comes from travelers like you and Denise dancing all over this world. Glad I could spark your interest in turkey. You’ll love it!

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