"Istanbul – Meet Point of Balkans and Asia Minor" Istanbul by Zvrlj

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Istanbul, view from Bosphorus - Istanbul

If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul.

Alphonse de Lamartine

Last visit to Istanbul: Jan 2008
Intro Updated Jan 4, 2008
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Bookshop in Divanyolu Caddesi No : 11 - Istanbul

"Turkey's 'Window to the World'" (I&V) Shopping (1)

There are two Galeri Kayseri bookshops, both located in Divanyolu Street, one very near the other, and both called... more travel advice

Haci Bozan Ogullari, Laleli (Merkez) - Istanbul

Gorgeous Turkish Sweets (I&V) Restaurants (2)

Haci Bozan Ogullari baklavaci in Ordu Caddesi – Laleli (Merkez) is tiny sweet shop & confectionery. It is the only one... more travel advice

Very Good Turkish Food in Istiklal... Restaurants (2)

Afacan is one of many self service restaurants in Istiklal Caddesi, long and the most prominent pedestrian zone in... more travel advice

Kapali Carsi (I&V) Things to Do (4)

Probably the best way to describe the Grand Bazaar is to quote Mark Twain – "We went to the grand Bazaar in Stamboul, of... more travel advice

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Nemorino Apr 30, 2011 at 6:28 AM

Informative and well-researched tips with fine photos!
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Yaqui May 2, 2010 at 7:59 AM

Istanbul is so lovely. The Prince's Mosque is fantastic. I've heard many times how wonderful it is there. Co-workers still say I make the coffee too strong, but a visiting VP said I made wonderful Turkish coffee...so we enjoyed it:)
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mindcrime Sep 1, 2009 at 4:40 AM

thanx for the bookshop tip although I think we can easily find some famous turkish writers in balkan languages too, at least I have many in greek.
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ozalp Aug 18, 2009 at 11:10 PM

I love cats and one I had one in my home. Then he left me and I understand that loving them in the streets is the best for me. They are so independent. Where are your Kotor cat photos?
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csordila May 27, 2009 at 2:43 PM

You have good tips, fine pictures as usual. I have the same trouble with my Istanbul, as you have with Szentendre; always only pondering about its finishing. Best. L.
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balhannah Apr 2, 2009 at 11:40 PM

Must try some of those Turkish lollies!
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BeatChick Feb 17, 2009 at 7:10 PM

I love your photos of the Prince's Mosque - oh, the detail! Thanks for taking me on a tour of your Istanbul! :D
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Robmj Jan 17, 2009 at 1:58 AM

Great picture, I loved Istanbul
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lou31 Feb 1, 2008 at 7:42 PM

Good informative tips. Those mosques are awesome! but as a true shoppoholic the bazaar was my favourite...cheers
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volopolo Jan 31, 2008 at 5:52 AM

Nice page! Instambul is alos near to me! I hope that one day i can build one page!