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The Basilica Cistern in Istanbul

My father is a big, big James Bond fan. So when my mother and I went on our trip to Istanbul in 2012, he insisted that we visit the Cistern. Because James Bond was there. The entrance to the Basilica Cistern is quite inconspicuous, located diagonally opposite the Hagia Sophia on Sultanahmet Square. The Cistern is one … Continue reading The Basilica Cistern in Istanbul

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Visiting Istanbul’s Süleymaniye Mosque – The uphill struggle

When my mother and I visited Istanbul in February 2013, we were unprepared for the cold. I don’t know why but we thought 8 degrees was something we could withstand. To make things harder, there was also a constant drizzle during the first three days of our visit. We always over-pack for winter vacations now. On our … Continue reading Visiting Istanbul’s Süleymaniye Mosque – The uphill struggle