Tag: “Turkey”

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  1. Fatih Mosque (Fatih Camii Külliyesi)

    The Fatih Mosque Complex is a large mosque in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey. Built in 1463-1470, on the site of the former Church of the Holy Apostles, which was demolished in favor of it.The original mosque was destroyed by the earthquake of 1766; the current mosque dates from 1767.

  2. Hospitality through a glass

    Turkey equals hospitality, equals tea. Drinking a cup of tea with the locals or a market-salesman is a normal activity.

  3. Egyptian Bazaar

    Just off the famous Galata bridge in the Eminönü neighboordhoud a big and old market-hall stands in front of you, Istanbul's Egyptian Bazaar. This spice market was built in 1664 and is filled with exotic fragrances such as spices, dried fruits, nuts and seeds, lokum (Turkish Delight).

  4. Yildizburnu

    This photo was taken in Yildizburnu, Cesme, Izmir, Turkey on a lovely morning after a very rainy night.

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  6. The Goreme Landscape

    One of the most breathtaking views I've come across in Turkey was here in Goreme. The flat expanse enables you to see for miles, and the naturally formed cliff sides are unique beyond words.

  7. Blue Mosque

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  9. Spice Market

    Just off the famous Galata bridge in the Eminönü neighboordhoud a big and old market-hall stands in front of you, Istanbul's Egyptian Bazaar. This spice market was built in 1664 and is filled with exotic fragrances such as spices, dried fruits, nuts and seeds, lokum (Turkish Delight).

  10. Hazy Evening