Category: History
Kariye Museum Mosaics and Marble Decorations
Kariye Museum is a museum located in Karagümrük district of Fatih district of Istanbul. During the Byzantine period, the church was used as a mosque…
Istanbul – Top 10 Places You Must See – Part 2
In this article, we will continue as the Part 2 of our previous article. Bath-house of Haseki Hurrem Sultan Suleyman the Magnificient‘s wife Hurrem Sultan…
Heart of the Orthodoxy: Fener Greek Patriarchate, Istanbul
The St. George Fener Greek Patriarchate a.k.a the Ecumenical Patriarchate, is located inside the Fener county of Istanbul. Since it also has the Aya Yorgi Church…
Istanbul’s Soothing and Relaxing Secret Garden: Atatürk Arboretum
Atatürk Arboretum is just like the backyard of Istanbul with an incredibly soothing aura. It is just like a living tree museum that you can…
Ten Famous Mansions of Istanbul and the Bosphorus
Istanbul is one of the unique cities with its architectural design, as much as its natural beauty. Because of that, we have listed 10 yalis…
Hidden Paradise in Istanbul: Ağva!
For those who want to spend private time with nature, Ağva is promising infinite peace. Best season to explore this paradise very close to the…
Balat: An Authentic District to Warm You Up!
Balat is one of these districts that the sincerity hasn’t gone forever and you will feel an unexpected joy for no reason… Openhearted people of…
6 Fascinating Wonders of The World!
6 Fascinating Wonders of the World The one that was prepared by the Greek academicians, consisted of The Statue of Zeus and the Artemis Temple…
The Most Romantic Places in The Most Romantic City: Istanbul
Istanbul is the hot spot for poets, writers, authors, painters and many more… Have you ever thought about what can give such an inspiration for…
Detailed Heybeliada Guide! How To Go, What To Do?
Detailed Heybeliada Guide Sometimes do you feel desperate in crowded cities? Have you ever let down by the heavy tempo of Istanbul and just wanted a…