Turkey, where is located in between the oriental and the western world. Istanbul is a beautiful coastal city with a blend of influences from Muslim and Christianity. The beauty comes not only from its world heritage architecture such as Aya Sofia, but also from exotic scent of spice from markets and cuisine that attracts people through five senses. Definitely one of the cities I’d like to live in the future.
Wars in Bosphorus Strait
Istanbul has been the center of the world’s history, the biggest empire and where different cultures, religions and people clashed.
Istanbul at a glance
It is a beautiful city located in between Asia and Europe. I loved the mixture of two cultures and ambiance.
Spice Bazaar
Dates, spices, cigarettes, pottery, carpets... the whole market is filled with so many kinds of smell that I’ve never sensed before!
Belly Dance
In 2010s, many of my friends started belly dancing as their hobbies and for sexy costumes, so I was interested in. Little did I know that it is originated in Turkey.
Ayasofya / Hagia Sophia
One of the most beautiful architecture I’ve seen in my entire life. The wall are covered with Islamic typography but you can see stained glass of Christianity.
Tulips
Tulips are originated in Turkey, which comes from the word “turban.”
Spice Bazaar
Dates, spices, cigarettes, pottery, carpets... the whole market is filled with so many kinds of smell that I’ve never sensed before!
Havatas
I often used a short train that goes under the sea and over to the other side of the city.
Ayasofya / Hagia Sophia
One of the most beautiful architecture I’ve seen in my entire life. The wall are covered with Islamic typography but you can see stained glass of Christianity.
Turkish cuisine
I loved everything about Turkish food! Its kebab, sweet Turkish tea, stretchy ice cream (dondurma), shawarma to name a few...
Ayasofya / Hagia Sophia
One of the most beautiful architecture I’ve seen in my entire life. The wall are covered with Islamic typography but you can see stained glass of Christianity.
