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 community. Jews have lived in Istanbul for more than 2,000...
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 Turkish carpet tells a unique story and has its own special significance.One...
Sweet Temptations – Desserts of Turkey
Turkish desserts are a delightful reflection of the country's rich cultural history and culinary influences. Throughout the centuries, the confluence of various civilizations has contributed to the development of a diverse and irresistible array of sweet treats. From...
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 while you’re in this...
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. It’s not uncommon to see shops decorated with eggs and the pagan Easter Bunny. If...
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 ancient times because of its strategic importance....
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 guide, ethnographer, and travelogue 1886-1973),...
Village Markets of Aegean
In Turkey, all cities, towns, neighborhoods even villages have a day market where the fruits and vegetables come from villages. I remember going to one of these markets which was near our house every Wednesday. People do their weekly shopping from these day markets...
Best Alternative Museums in Istanbul
If you’ve been to Istanbul few times and visited all the tourist sites already, we are sure that you can find something for yourself from these alternative museums in Istanbul.Istanbul Modern Museum Even though the idea of providing a modern art museum to Istanbul...
Best Restaurants in Istanbul
One of the best ways to understand the culture of a country goes through its culinary. Even though when people think about Turkish Cuisine, they mostly think kebabs. Yes, we indeed have a variety of delicious kebabs; we will also surprise you with our traditional...
Carrying On The Tradition Of Winemaking In Thrace
The origins of winemaking in Thrace date back around 4,000 years. Legend has it that Zagreus was the horned baby and the first incarnation of Dionysus, Zeus and Persephone's son. Even 4,000 years ago wine was known for its inebriating effects. Don’t we all aspire to...