Tag Archives: Turkey

Blue Mosque, Istanbul

Posted on 24 August, 2010 by

Sultanahmet Camii (‘C’ is pronounced like ‘j’ in ‘jockey’), better known as the Blue Mosque after its intricate blue-tiled decorations, is the first and the last place I visited in Istanbul. (The airport doesn’t count, no. They usually don’t.) The … Continue reading →

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In Istanbul

Posted on 23 August, 2010 by

Sultan’s window, Topkapi Palace   Welcome! Please come in. Pull up your chair. Yes, sit here beside us. What can I offer you? Coffee? Tea?   Do come in, help yourself to the baklava. Of course you can have the … Continue reading →

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A wonder of water and light

Posted on 21 July, 2010 by

Istanbul – I’ve seen and experienced so many things that I’m wondering where to start? Let take you underground first. This is where my favourite place in Istanbul is. Perhaps the most impressive wonder of Istanbul is the 6th century … Continue reading →

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Back home

Posted on 15 July, 2010 by

I’m back. Sorting through my photos and my memories. Will be back soon.   M

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