 Whirling Dervishes Ceremony
Every Sunday at Galata Mevlevihanesi at 17:30 a must see spiritual ceremony. Read More |
Easter in Old Constantinople 2009
Easter is one of the major holidays of the Christian World and exploring Istanbul during the Easter Break is a great idea.
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SantAntonio di Padova
SantAntonio di Padova, alternatively known as S. Antonio di Padova, St. Antoine or St. Antuan, is the largest cathedral of the Roman Catholic Church in Istanbul. It is located on Istiklal Avenue in the Beyoglu district.
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Greek academic returns to ancestral home: `magical` Istanbul
Greek academic Dr. Harry Tzimitras` family left Istanbul for Greece in 1919, but he himself returned many years later to see the very soil where so many in his family were born. Read More |
Heart of Istanbul: Beyoglu
From hunting lodges to five-star hotels, Beyoglu has changed over the centuries into Istanbul’s most exciting district. While it reflects the modern face of the country, it is also home to many of old traditions that are kept alive despite the onslaught of modernization. One needs to get lost in Beyoğlu to truly learn the district Read More |
Rustem Pasha Mosque
The Rustem Pasha Mosque was designed by Ottoman imperial architect Mimar Sinan for Grand Vizier Damat Rustem Pasha(husband of one of the daughters of Suleiman the Magnificent, Princess Mihrimah). Its building took place from 1561 to 1563. Read More |
8th Congress of European Federation of Internal Medicine
The congress programme will cover the most important and exciting topics in basic and clinical internal medicine, the major aspects of various medical problems selected for their importance for European Internists. The priority of the Organizing Committee is to provide the highest quality of scientific information to the participants through a wide selection of topics and speakers. State of the art lectures, evidence-based internal medicine sessions, satellite symposia covering the latest clinical and laboratory developments will be the main parts of the program. You will find during the Congress a wide range of updates in the diagnosis and management of various diseases. Read More |
Evteks 15th Istanbul Home Textiles Exhibition
American and European home textiles companies are interested in working with Turkey instead of Far East. Company representatives who visited EVTEKS to learn more about Turkish manufacturers stated that they were not satisfied with the production in China. The fair which hosted 18.000 international professional visitors, is on the way to be the Number 1. Read More |
World Bank and IMF choose İstanbul for annual meeting
Istanbul`s many amenities, its beauty, its location and its global importance were ultimately what persuaded the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to choose the city as the host of their annual meeting, said a high-level delegation of World Bank officials in Istanbul yesterday. Read More |
New Hotels in Istanbul : Park Hyatt Istanbul
PARK HYATT ISTANBUL -- MAÇKA PALAS -- Tesvikiye, Bronz Sokak No. 4 Istanbul Turkey; Read More |
International İstanbul Biennial Sept 12 - Nov 8, 2009
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Istanbul Palaces
Foreign palaces in Istanbul in print and on tour Read More |
Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar (Kapalicarsi in Turkish) is one of the the largest covered markets in the world with its 4400 shops, 3000 firms, some 17 hans (separate inns for specific type of products), 64 streets,25.000 employees, 4 fountains, 2 mosques and 22 gates. It's a real heaven for shoppers and a good opportunity for people to discover the Turkish hospitality. Read More |
Cumhuriyet Museum in Taksim Square...
Responding to question of journalists, Mayor of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipiality Kadir Topbaş said that 275 yeared Historical Cistern will be Cumhuriyet Museum and Comittee of the Protection of Cultural and Natural Heritage affirmed this project, also they will work for opening of 1000 square meters museum on 29 October, Rebuplican Day. Read More |
Israeli Charter Airline to fly to Istanbul
An Israeli airline will start flying to a Turkish city in June, the Turkish airport management said. Read More |
Rustem Pasha Mosque
The Rüstem Pasha Mosque is located in an old and busy market area of Eminönü neighborhood, by the Golden Horn. The mosque was built between 1550-1561 by Rüstem Pasha, a Grand Vizier and son-in-law of sultan Süleyman the Magnificent. Its architect was Sinan, the great imperial architect who also built Suleymans Mosque nearby. The mosque was damaged in the Great Fire of 1666 and the earthquake of 1776, but restored afterwards. Read More |
New Hotels in Istanbul
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Finnair to launch direct flights to Istanbul
Finnair will begin direct flights to Istanbul in March. Flights will start on 3 March with a twice-weekly service. The number of flights will be increased to four on 30 March, when Finnair will fly to Istanbul on Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays. Read More |
Istanbuls ancient past unearthed
Digging through thick mud and an ancient swamp of black clay, archaeologists in Istanbul have discovered a grave that proves the city is 6,000 years older than they previously thought. Read More |
Istanbul preps for the coming year of culture
Istanbul is bustling with conferences, concerts and exhibitions and organizations. This year is a warm-up for Istanbul as the European Culture Capital for 2010. From business people to sports lovers the city will host thosands of visitors.
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Turkish Airlines starts daily flights from Delhi to Istanbul
The Turkish Airlines on Monday launched daily flights from Delhi and Mumbai to Istanbul and wants to connect Hyderabad and Chennai in the next phase of expansion in India. Read More |
Istanbul Cuisine : A city of hidden treasures
One thing not to be overlooked is the Turkish cuisine, which is one of the most well-known in the world and encompasses thousands of dishes. Many restaurants are buffet-style where the costumer can simply point to what he or she wants. Read More |
Istanbul Tourist Guide
İstanbul’s 10 most overlooked tourist sites Read More |
`The Room Project` on view at Istanbul Modern
A series of photographs by Danish artist Annette Merrild depicting the ordinary side of life in different countries is on display at Istanbul Modern. The captions of rooms inhabited by `ordinary` representatives of nine European countries will remain on display until Aug. 30 Read More |
Istanbul Field Trip by jaunted.com
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Istanbul Modern
Istanbul Modern seeks to integrate the experience of Turkey's artistic past, the dynamism of its present, and the cultivation of its cultural future. Istanbul Modern, the first private museum devoted to modern and contemporary art in Turkey, was founded in 2004 in order to promote wider enjoyment and understanding of modern art among the public. Read More |
Tourist trends shifting in Istanbul
Istanbul is a magical city that has always attracted the interest of people from near and far. Its historical and natural heritage, location and unique cultural aspects draw millions of local and foreign tourists every year. Read More |
Ashtanga yoga in Istanbul
Where is home? For yoga instructor Dylan Bernstein, “Home is in my yoga practice.” He explains: “When I roll out a mat, I feel really grounded, I feel really centered and at home. I guess home is an internal place.” Read More |
A food lover's tour of Istanbul
Some of the city's best restaurants boast stunning views. Sip a raki aperitif while you enjoy the sights and Turkey's celebrated cuisine -- traditional dishes and fresh interpretations. Read More |
Istanbul and Greece
Tourism opportunites between Istanbul and Greece during the global crisis
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Bringing the party to Istanbul's historic inns
ISTANBUL – Music, dance and various other events will dominate the scene this Saturday on Istiklal Street, in Sultanahmet and Eminönü squares, and will continue into Eminonu district's Buyuk Yeni Han. Read More |
Plate With A View: Tugra, Istanbul
In the 19th century, the Bosphorus – which divides Europe and Asia – became a great place to build your palace if your were a relative or favourite of the Ottoman emperor. Read More |
Bulgarian Church
St. Stephan Bulgarian Church which belongs to Bulgarian minority is may be the most interesting church of Istanbul. Bulgarian residents of Ottoman Empire previously performed their religious rituals in the churches of Fener Orthodox Patriarchy. And probably under the influence of nationalism, Bulgarian people received permission from the state to have their own churches. At first, a small wooden church was built on the area between Balat, where the church is located today and Fener, by the Golden Horn coast on the European side of Istanbul. Later, an activity began to build a larger church. Since the ground was weak, iron frame method was preferred for being lighter, rather than concrete. Read More |
One of Beyoglus earliest foreign embassies - Palais de Hollande
The first Dutch envoy, Cornelius Haga, reached Istanbul in 1612 to negotiate the terms of trade, fiscal and legal provisions between Holland and the Ottoman Empire. The Palais de Hollande is a charming example of the elegant buildings designed in Istanbul’s Pera by foreign architects.
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Enjoy a bit of Paris in the heart of Istanbul
Istanbuls restaurant scene has been in need of a brasserie for a long time and last year La Brise swept in to fill the gap. With a relaxed atmosphere, a great menu and mulled wine service throughout the holiday season, La Brise is a standout dining experience
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