Elevator in our Hotel - The Bank

Day 10 - Istanbul

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October 11th 2023
Our hotel on this side is a converted old building from 1867 by the architect Antione Tedeschi. It sits in the banking and gold district of Galata. It is a beautiful reflection of its historical past, updated with all the modern conveniences of a high end hotel. The modern elevator, barely large enough for three adults, is only slightly bigger than the original cage-style elevators, still present ... read more

Middle East » Turkey » Marmara » Istanbul » Kadıköy

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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