Now that Turkish Airlines flys to Dhaka, a stop in Istanbul was an easy add-on to the trip. And what a city! I had about 5 days, and could have spent many more. Here are a few highlights:
Of course, one of the first stops was the Hagia Sophia, and it is every bit as impressive as it is made out to be. Incredible that such an enormous, beautiful, well-lit space was made with stone, and has survived centuries of earthquakes. The mosaics were also a highlight.
Below, a carving of Alexander's battles on a sarcophagus at the Archeology museum.
Of course, one of the first stops was the Hagia Sophia, and it is every bit as impressive as it is made out to be. Incredible that such an enormous, beautiful, well-lit space was made with stone, and has survived centuries of earthquakes. The mosaics were also a highlight.
Below, the Basilica Cistern, and enormous underground water reservoir that was forgotten for centuries.
Below, a carving of Alexander's battles on a sarcophagus at the Archeology museum.
...and a little more restful day at the Princes Islands, an hour ferry ride from the city.
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