Jewish Heritage in Istanbul: Discovering a Rich History Istanbul, a city that straddles two continents, has a rich and diverse cultural history. Among the many communities that have made their home here over the centuries, one of the most prominent is the Jewish...
Woven Works of Art: Turkish Carpets and Their Cultural Significance Turkish carpets are renowned for their intricate designs and symbols, which have been passed down through generations and reflect Turkey’s rich cultural heritage. Each design and symbol on a...
Teleferics in istanbul What is a teleferic you ask? It’s the word used to describe short gondola-style chairlifts, not necessarily over your favorite ski run. Istanbul boasts two such experiences. They are both interesting in their own right and worth seeking out...
Easter (Paskalya) In Istanbul – Treat Yourself While You’re In Istanbul People often forget that Istanbul is a diverse and sprawling metropolis. That diversity is evident in the more Christian areas of the city, but not exclusively confined entirely to them....
A Boat Cruise in Paradise; Bosphorus Tour Bosphorus has been a waterway that divides the city in two. No doubt that it’s one of the features that makes Istanbul very special. Besides its natural beauty, it has also been attention-grabbing for everybody since...
Turkey’s Four Most Beautiful Blue Voyage Routes Gulet is a wooden boat with sails native to the Mediterranean coast of Turkey. However, it was previously used in transportation and fishing. But in the 1950s, under the leadership of Cevat Şakir Kabaağaçlı (author, tour...
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