28 posts by mtntourcircladmn

A trip to Istanbul can be demanding; too many historical sights to see, too much food to taste, and too many streets to be walked. But when you just want to have a day off from the sightseeing and relax

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Located just off Taksim Square and the bustling, crowded Istiklal street one can experience the Cihangir neighborhood, where a much more easy going way of life is being practiced. With its hilly tight streets and its colorful, sometimes decaying apartments,

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The first thing you need to know when you arrive in Kadıköy is that none of the street names so carefully written on your map will actually be visible or known. Turkish people use familiar landmarks to orient themselves, and

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Whether you want to experience traditional Turkish culture, shop till you drop or dance until dawn, everything you need can be found on Istiklal Street. Only a mile long, this broad avenue links Taksim to Tünel and is lined with

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Food is a big factor when one researches a new city to visit.  Luckily Istanbul doesn’t fall short on its share of deliciousness. In a city with such a rich cuisine and a multitude of restaurants, how do you find

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