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Dolmabahçe Palace and Two Continents

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Dolmabahçe Palace and Two Continents

Dolmabahçe Palace and Two Continents

Highlights: Cross Bosphorus Bridge by minibus, eat near the top of Çamlıca Hill at Asian side and discover the pearl of Bosphorus Dolmabahçe Palace.

Dolmabahçe Palace and Two Continents

This tour is in the top five to do after old city walking tours including Ayasofya Museum, Topkapı Palace and Blue Mosque. If you have a whole day this is the best to do after the Bosphorus cruise. After the boat the driver will take you to cross the bridge of Bosphorus and arrive to the Asian side (Anadolu Yakası).

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Bosphorus Two Continents

Ungfortunately the minibus can not stop on the bridge but you will be very happy to leave Europe with such a view of the crossing. On the other side it will be Asia to welcome you and you will wonder of the beautiful panorama while climbing the Çamlıca Hill on the way to your restaurant. After the pleasure of the meal do not be shy to have a few more pictures of the city from the Asian side.

After lunch it is time to return to the Europen side and visit  Dolmabahçe Palace built by Sultan Abdulmecid at 1846. The palace main difference from Topkapı Palace is; that one is fully decorated and used even today for some very high level receptions 1-3 times a year. The palace has a main entrance with a wonderful royal garden and you will like to take pictures before the entrance of the palace. After the entrance you will feel that you have made a time travel and the Sultan will appear to you from any corner inside the palace. Before the exit of your tour you will be shocked with the amazing crystal chandelier with 4,5 tonnes, the biggest royal type of Hereke carpet and the royal golden throne at the big ceremonial hall.

 

Opportunity: You can ask your guide for shopping possibility of leathers and carpets from whole sellers on the way back to the hotel.

Visiting Spice Bazaar and 1.5-hour Boat Cruise

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Visiting Spice Bazaar and 1.5-hour Boat Cruise
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Spice Bazaar

Visiting Spice Bazaar and 1.5-hour Boat Cruise

Highlights: Discover; Spice Bazaar and 1.5-hour Boat Cruise, at sea the beautiful wooden houses and palaces near the seaside along the famous Bosphorus Strait.

This tour is in the top five to do after old city walking tours including Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapı Palace and Blue Mosque. The tour is the best if you want to have a beautiful 1,5 hour at the sea and take pleasure of sight-seeing.

In the beginning you will be happy of tasting the delicious Turkish delights and exotic spices at Spice Bazaar built by the Queen Mother at 1664. The bazaar is also the second oldest covered one after the Grand Bazaar and as crazily crowded by Turkish people at weekends do not hesitate to ask your guide where to buy the most famous and fresh Turkish coffee.

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Bosphorus

After Spice Market it is the time to meet once again the minibus for transportation to get to the boat station. You will have an unforgettable cruise at the boat with the best part of the Bosphorus Straight. At first you will sea the biggest palace at the Europen side which is called the Dolmabahçe Palace built by Sultan Abdulmecid at 1855.  After that one Çıragan Palace will be looking at you as the most expensive hotel in Istanbul. You will see also villages like Ortaköy village which is one of the most cosmopolitan places of old Istanbul city. The neighbourhood is famous with its art galleries, night clubs and restaurants. Then you will see the Bebek village which is famous with its celebrities living by and their luxury boats. After you will like to take the pictures of the mighty Rumeli Fortress
built by Sultan Mehmet II at 1452 just before taking the old city of Costantinopolis. After the castle the boat will get close to the Asian side and you will like to take picture is Anadolu Castle, Küçüksu Pavillion and Beylerbeyi Palace but mostly the magnificent wooden houses of Bosphorus. Finally it will not be a suprise that you will be upset for leaving the boat. Visiting Spice Bazaar and 1.5-hour Boat Cruise, Bosphorus tour finished here.

Opportunity: You can ask your guide for shopping possibility of leathers and carpets from whole sellers on the way back to the hotel.

Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

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Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

ISTANBUL OLD CITY WALKING TOUR

Istanbul Old City Walking Tour
Istanbul Old City Walking Tour

Highlights: Hippodrome, German Fountain, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Caferağa Medrese, Topkapı Palace, Grand Bazaar.

If you have only one day in Istanbul this is best thing to do. You will see Hippodrome – Blue Mosque – Hagia Sophia – Topkapı Palace and Grand Bazaar in one day.
We call this tour in many names but the essential is this is a all day very beautiful Istanbul Old City Walking Tour. Because of the energy you need we highly recommend to eat your sweat at the lunch.

After the meeting point near Sultanahmet center you will be expected by the German Fountain – gift of Kaiser Wilhelm II – at Roman Hippodrome. The Egyptian Obelisk which is one of the symbols of Istanbul will be waiting for its turn. Next to the Hippodrome you will be happy with visiting the Sultanahmet Mosque – called as.
Blue Mosque because of the beautiful blue tiles inside -. On the exit of the mosque it is one of best spots to take the picture of Ayasofya Museum – Hagia Sophia from outside. Inside you can take the pictures of the beautiful mosaiques and challenge yourself tying to take an enough bic picture of the gigantic 1500 years old building. After the church it will be another pleasure to see Caferaga Medresesi  – an old school but today a modern art center –

For lunch best choice is the Tarihi Sultanahmet Köftecisi simple and the old style but one of the best menu of all Sultanahmet center.

After lunch prepare yourself for a long walk at the gardens of Topkapi Palace and meet the Sultans panoramic view of historical peninsula near the seaside. 500 years old royal palace is unique with its historical treasures especially with its Islamic sacred relics exhibition. First Courtyard well comes you with the Aya Irene Church- from outside- the second courtyard well comes you with Divan-ı Hümayun – the high court, the armory section and the historical kitchens and the the third courtyard well comes you with Arz Odası – the Audience Hall – and Kutsal Emanetler -the sacred relics –

After your visits the guide will take you to the Kapalıcarsi – Grand Bazaar– . Do not forget to take a picture of the gate that you enter to use it finding on your way back as the Grand Bazaar has more than 3500 thousand main shops.

And as you will see these beauties with a great local expert guide… you will not be quite the same again.

Shopping experience with quality: Ask your guide for tasting Turkish Delights, demonstration of Turkish Handicrafts, Iznik Ceramics and good quality leathers.

Well come to Istanbul 🙂

About Istanbul

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About Istanbul

About Istanbul

Istanbul is one of the most visited and important places in the world that connects Asia and Europe, brings cultures and people from all over the world together.

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Istanbul

It is as old as human history. Since its center is located between two continents, it has become a center where people live in the crowd. It became the capital of many empires that dominated the world.
The population of this city is huge today. It receives immigration from all over the world.
The city has several different centers. Sultanahmet, Taksim, Beşiktaş, Üsküdar, Kadıköy are the most known centers.
Sultanahmet; It is the most central place in Istanbul. Most of the historical monuments are in this region. First of all, it is the place preferred by tourists who come to visit. There are the most known and visited places in the region such as Topkapi Palace, Hagia Sophia Museum, Blue Mosque, Underground Basilica Cistern, Grand Bazaar and Spice Bazaar. This is known as the old city. Here you can always see tourists intensely.
Taksim; It is the center of modern Istanbul. It is the region where night entertainment is more intense. Cinemas, Theaters, night clubs are here.
Besiktas; today it is a large and central settlement. In general, there is a life culture that students prefer. It is the place where the world-famous Beşiktaş sports club is located. The most important attraction is Dolmabahçe Palace.
Üsküdar; It is definitely on the Asian side of Beşiktaş. It is a very old settlement. It has a different culture of life than the European side.
Kadikoy; It is the most modern settlement on the Asian side. A place where students live intensely.
Bosphorus is most beautiful place in the Istanbul. It is absolutely necessary to join the Bosphorus tour.
You can also take a local guided city tour to visit the Bosphorus and get information. Your travel agency will pick you up from your hotel and visit the Bosphorus with a local expert guide and take you back to the hotel.
Istanbul is a must-see city, we strongly recommend you to see it.

 

 

Bosphorus

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Bosphorus

Bosphorus

Let’s explore the beauties of the Bosphorus between the two continents.

The Istanbul Bosphorus is very important because it is in the most beautiful location in the world between Europe and Asia. It provides the transition between the Sea of ​​Marmara and the Black Sea.

It is also very important historically. This region has always attracted people from outside. They wanted to live and settle here. Many states have been established in this region throughout the history of humanity and it has been dominated for a long time. It is one of the most beautiful places in the world.

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Istanbul-Bosphorus

On the shore of the sea sides are old mansions and palaces made of wood. On the European side, there are districts such as Beşiktas, Ortaköy, Kurucesme, Bebek, Emirgan, Istinye, Yeniköy, Tarabya, Kirecburnu, Büyükdere, Sarıyer and Rumelikavagi. On the Asian side, there are districts such as Kadıköy, Üsküdar, Kuzguncuk, Beylerbeyi, Cengelköy, Kandilli, Kanlıca, Pasabahce, Beykoz and Anadolukavagi.

There are many beautiful places where you can drink tea and coffee and eat at the Bosphorus sea sides.
Yachts or boats has add a different beauty. There are three bridges connecting the continent of Europe and Asia side. You can watch the beauties from these bridges.
The evening has a different beauty. It is very nice to watch the sunset from a place on the sea sides.
We advise for you at night, visiting the Bosphorus with dinner cruise boats and having fun.

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Bosphorus

Public Transportation in Istanbul;

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Public Transportation in Istanbul;

Public Transportation in Istanbul;

Istanbul is a big city that was founded in very old times. As its geographical location, there are settlements in both Europe and Asia. It is the only city in the world on two continents. Its present population is more than 15 million. There is great potential for commercially attract immigrants from Turkey and from all around the world.

There is sea transportation between two continents and also to go islands. There are small and large boats in maritime transportation. It is very enjoyable to travel on open-top boats, especially in the spring and summer time.
Between the two sides, land transportation is carried out with 3 bridges. There are also underground tunnel with rail transportation and tunnel with road transportation.

Public Transportation in Istanbul
Public Transportation in Istanbul

There are rail systems, tram and metro transportation in the city. Many places are accessible by metro and tram. There is uninterrupted transportation to the central points of the city by metro and tram.Let’s remind you that the second oldest tunnel tram in the world is in Istanbul. After walking a little from the Galata bridge, you can go to Taksim Istiklal street by the tram you take on the tunnel you will come to. This tunnel is the second after London and was built in 1865. We recommend you to see this.
It is very common in bus transportation. There are buses to remote settlements in and out of the city. Since the car traffic is heavy all over the city, bus transportation can take a long time.
There is transportation to all parts of the city from airports, bus terminals and train stations.
It is useful to buy an Istanbul card for any kind of transportation in Istanbul. You can automatically load money on the Istanbul card or you can load it at the toll booths near the stops. You can use it in metro, tram, bus and sea transportation in the city. An unlimited number of people can use one card. When you’re done with the card, you can return it back.
Ps.You can also use some public toilets in the city with this card.
Apart from all these transportation, you can participate in Istanbul city tours for guests coming for sightseeing. In these tours organized by travel agencies, you can travel with minibuses accompanied by guides in many languages, especially English. You can cruise on the Bosphorus with small nice boats.

Have a nice time in Istanbul 🙂

 

How to go Cappadocia

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How to go Cappadocia

How to go Cappadocia 

When we look at the map, we see that Cappadocia is in the middle of the land. There are many ways to reach Cappadocia from Istanbul and from the other cities in Turkey. You can go by plane, by bus, by train and by car.

  • If you like to go to Cappadocia by flight, you can have daily flights from Istanbul airports to Cappadocia. Turkish airlines and the other airline companies has daily flights. The flight time is about 75 minutes. There are two closest airports. One of Kayseri airport, the other one Nevsehir airport. You can go to settlements the center region with regular shuttles from these airports. If you book in advance, private services will welcome you and take you to your hotel in Cappadocia. There are also flights from Izmir and from Antalya, but not daily. There are some days of the week.
  • If you like to goto Cappadocia by bus, you can get many bus companies to Cappadocia. There are a lot of buses in the summer season. More than 10 buses per day. Just 2 bus in the morning around 8:00am. The other buses depart in the evening around 7:00pm, 8:00pm, 9:00pm,10:00pm and arrive next day in the morning. The journey takes approximately 12 hours. It has to be 2 drivers in bus companies. They stop at least twice on the way and take a break for your toilet needs and for food and beverage needs. Buses are very comfortable. All buses have wifi. Many bus companies offer complimentary refreshments such as tea, coffee,water and some small cake. When you arrive at Nevsehir bus station, they take you to center of Cappadocia with free shuttles. There are also bus services from many cities to Cappadocia. You can find regular bus services from cities such as Kayseri, Antalya, Ankara, Bursa, Izmir, Fethiye, Samsun, Adana and Konya.
  • If you like to go to Cappadocia by train, you need to go first to Ankara, you will go to Kayseri with another train from Ankara. There are train services several times a day. You can reach Cappadocia by bus from Kayseri. When the newly built train route is opened, you can go to Kayseri by direct high-speed train from Istanbul. We hope that the new railway will be opened up to a couple of years. Although it is not very popular now, high speed train services will also become popular.
  • If you like to go to Cappadocia by car, You can also go to Cappadocia with your own car or rental car. The roads are very beautiful and double sided. There are many beautiful facilities where you can stop and take a break along the way.

Distance between in Turkey cities to Cappadocia

  • Istanbul 735 km
  • Ankara 285 km
  • Antalya 541 km
  • Pamukkale 620 km
  • Fethiye 725 km
  • Kusadasi 785 km
  • Izmir 780 km
  • Bodrum 842 km
  • Marmaris 781 km
  • Adana 265 km
  • Konya 235 km
  • Kayseri 72 km
  • Samsun 460 km
  • Bursa 646 km
  • Canakkale 910 km
  • Safranbolu 445 km
  • Trabzon 665 km
  • Diyarbakir 651 km
  • Van 983 km
  • Malatya 422 km
  • Kars 924 km

Spice Bazaar

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Spice Bazaar

Spice Bazaar (Egyptian market)

The Spice Bazaar (Egyptian market) was built between 1597 and 1664, it is the second oldest covered bazaar in the city and has become a shopping center with a 400-years history. There are a total of six doors in the market. The Spice Bazaar, which was built as part of the New Mosque Külliye in Eminönü. During the period it was built, remains one of the most vibrant spots of Istanbul for centuries, with a variety of products ranging from the Balkans to Europe, from the Northern Mediterranean to the Arabian Peninsula.

It is crowded all day. You will see local and foreign people coming for shopping. When you enter, you will feel the mystic smell in the first step. You will feel it as a historical architecture. Spices and herbs, believed to be a panacea, were sold throughout history. You can find a wide variety of spices in the Egyptian market, such as spices, nuts, Turkish delight, gold, flowers, honey, olive oil and textiles. You can find all kinds of home and kitchen appliances in the small shops around and behind the Bazaar. You will have seen the real life of places you cannot see anywhere. It is one of the must-see places when you come to Istanbul.

When you come to Istanbul we strongly recommend you to see Spice Bazaar.

Istanbul Map

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Istanbul Map

Istanbul Maps

 

Istanbul Railways Map

Istanbul Railways Map
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Istanbul City Map

Istanbul Map
Istanbul Map

 

 

Ramadan

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Ramadan

Ramadan , What is Fasting?

Ramadan is a religious period of time that tests the strength, determination and goodwill of Muslim men and women all over the land. Mortal souls that follow the religion of Islam put themselves through the ultimate endurance test by abstaining from food, drink and intimate contact during the hours of daylight.

The rays of the hot sun beat down on their tired bodies making their brows drip fiercely with sweat as they try to go about the mundane routines of day to day living. Their dry throats desperately need a glass of ice -cold water and they try to ignore the growling hunger pains that are lingering in their empty bellies.

They do not give into the temptation of pleasure for the body until the sun disappears and the skies are dark. Their minds are focused on pure thoughts, self-discipline and empathy for those in poverty who have no choice but to live like this, every day of their lives.

The Turkey people are not vocal about their choice to fast. They complete it with dignity and a silence that builds a wall around them, keeping them safe from impure thoughts, words and actions. To gain an understanding of this practice that is accused by some of being outdated and unhealthy, you would have to wake before the hours of dawn or live with someone who views Ramadan as his opportunity to get closer to the GOD (ALLAH).

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