"Istanbul of Mystery and Grace" Istanbul by chauncenetta

Istanbul Travel Guide: 7,646 reviews and 19,527 photos

Blue Mosque @ early morning Bayram - Istanbul

Istanbul. Again. For the third time.
Goddamn this city speaks to me.

I've just barely scratched the surface. Give me a year there and I'll write a book?

Istanbul of Mystery and Grace - Istanbul

sunset from Galata

Europe and Asia

Pros and Cons

Pros:There is so much, don't plan ... just meander, then return for specifics
Cons:easy to get lost, but not necessarily a bad thing
In a nutshell:Incredible, strong & mesmerizing ,,,,,,,, each and every time

Last visit to Istanbul: Jul 2004
Intro Updated Sep 12, 2004
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EZME at night, BOREK in the morning - Istanbul

EZME at night, BOREK in the morning Restaurants (1)

Plenty of restaurants in Istanbul, the menus are generally viewable from the street or sidewalks. Good mainstay is the... more travel advice

life as it's known Local Customs (1)

Some are derisive of Sultahament, dismissing it as a tourist location. I found my own little pocket of Sultanahmet to be... more travel advice

The Controversy of theRug Dealers - Istanbul

The Controversy of theRug Dealers Warnings and Dangers (1)

They are everywhere. Test your unflappability by how well you can handle the gauntlet of rug dealers. However, they are... more travel advice

Can Antik Shopping (1)

One day Dan & I, ranting and roaming at Le Grande Bazaar, came upon a quiet secluded corner to discover Can Antik and... more travel advice

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Written Dec 25, 2003

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DreamHolidayTravels Aug 24, 2005 at 5:45 AM

Nice photos and good info.
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Alikatt Jan 15, 2005 at 4:25 AM

Thanks for visiting my page. Your photos and comments on Istanbul is is like the city itself - intense and captivating. It is how I feel about it deep inside...tesekkurler. see you again Istanbul
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shashasharon Dec 28, 2004 at 3:52 AM

i like seeing istanbul through your eyes..the photo of you and feyza is a beautiful bonus..see you soon off to the land of f.idel..xoxo
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abc_of_freedom Dec 27, 2004 at 5:27 PM

if you love istanbul.. i m love your eyes.. :)) Excellent istanbul page..
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CandS Sep 24, 2004 at 12:17 AM

Interesting page...thanks for sharing! :)
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AcornMan Sep 19, 2004 at 1:50 PM

I had the same experience with the carpet sellers and restaurant promoters. It's like walking a gauntlet almost everywhere in Sultanahmet. Still a very interesting place though.
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Luchonda Aug 28, 2004 at 8:49 PM

Lovely BW pictures of Istanbul and yr experience on the public boat must have been just great !! Drinking air !! Greets
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babazula Jul 31, 2004 at 4:03 PM

very good pics... we talked about derwishes before...have u joined any ceremony?
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alycat May 10, 2004 at 8:47 AM

Great pics and tips written with gr8 warmth for the place!!!
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mehbos37 Jan 15, 2004 at 2:43 AM

We were talking about you last night ..I hope we meet next time you come here..Take care!