Van Gogh Alive
Van Gogh Alive is definitely one of the better exhibitions Istanbul has seen in a while! First of all, the way the exhibition is designed is very different from conventional exhibitions. The vast area covered with screens that reach from the floor
Have You Always Wanted To Try
Did you know that architect Sinan lived 98 years? Monday, April 9th was the 424th year of his death anniversaryArchitect’s guild organized a ceremony by his mausoleum this morning as they do every year. Here are a few interesting facts about architect
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New James Bond Movie to be filmed in Istanbul ‘Skyfall’ will be filmed in Eminönü, the busiest neighborhood in the city! Starting on April 16th, most crowded neighborhood of Istanbul, will be closed to traffic and pedestrians for three weeks. It is
Did You Know That Architect
The oldest living member of the Ottoman dynasty has died today in Istanbul where she was born. Neslişah Sultan was the last lady sultan who was registered in the Ottoman Dynasty book in Dolmabahçe Palace in 1921. The granddaughter of the last
Sinan Lived 98 Years
Have you heard of the hidden gem in Sultanahmet yet? Within the serene courtyard of Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum, the very first Turkish coffee museum has been opened. For those who love coffee or who are curious to learn how
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Filming on a lovely spring day in Karakoy. Karabatak Cafe which opened last summer has become a popular one in Karakoy which is slowly being gentrified from a solely work spot to a leisure one
The Ottoman Dynasty
Secret coffee stop in Sultanahmet Quiet and peaceful is this part of Yesil Ev’s little glass pavilion. Perfect spot to enjoy a cup of tea or coffee during your sightseeing!
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Countdown for the 7th International Tulip Festival in Istanbul (2nd week of April) organized by Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality. Approximately 10 million tulips will be planted all over the city! Tulip sales will also be held as part of the Tulip festival.
Gem İn Sultanahmet
Where? Balat What? An art gallery in a forgotten, historical neighborhood in Istanbul. Bal-art is one of the oldest art galleries established in this historical neighborhood of Istanbul that was forgotten until several years ago. Now artists are slowly moving here to set up their
Today İn Hagia Sophia
You are looking at the former sultans palace from 19th century which turned into the most luxurious hotel of the city in the 90’s. And in between this was what it looked like! This shot was taken before Kempinski rented the