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Historics, Towns and Cities

Sultanahmet Square for First Timers: Must do Things in the Heart of Istanbul

There are cities you visit, and then there are cities that become a permanent part of your memories. The sights, the sounds, and the experience stay with you long after you’ve left and continue to stay with you in the stories you tell. Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul is one such place. It’s safe to even say that it is the heart of Istanbul where its … Continue reading Sultanahmet Square for First Timers: Must do Things in the Heart of Istanbul

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Historics, Religious Places

Hagia Sophia: Istanbul’s symbol of Religious Co-existence and Byzantine Brilliance

No mosque in all of Turkey, or perhaps even the world, is quite like the Hagia Sophia. Not just in beauty, but also in aesthetics, religious co-existence, engineering, the jaw dropping décor and the iconic yellow hues. With cathedral-like chandeliers and an atmosphere that is beautifully balanced between that of a mosque and the past of a church, Hagia Sophia is a must-see place in … Continue reading Hagia Sophia: Istanbul’s symbol of Religious Co-existence and Byzantine Brilliance

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