After a six hour trip, we arrived in Istanbul. We had clouds the first day, but the weather became sunny for the rest of our stay.
Taksim Square: This shopping area is in European Istanbul. They sold everything.
Look what we found!! Go, Riders, Go
Istanbul Station--Was the southern station for the Orient Express. Agatha Christie stayed in Istanbul while she wrote "Murder on the Orient Express".
Feeding the pigeons
First, we walk through the New Bazaar.
Sheep entrails
Ataturk's Yacht
Feeding the seagulls
The Bosporus is a very busy shipping lane
Entrance to the Black Sea
Dolmabahce Palace: Ottoman palace that was used as their centre of government and their residence. Later, Ataturk used it for official receptions.
Bathroom made of marble
Hallway to the harem
Harem Rooms: These are actually the residence for the sultan and his family.
Blue Room
Ataturk's office while in residence in Istanbul
Ataturk died of cirrhosis of the liver in this room
Fishing from the bridge
New bridge being built
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Hunting seems popular in Turkey
These gentlemen are going to Mecca
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit in Turkey. Our tour guides were knowledgeable about the areas they took us to; the people were friendly and helpful; the weather was decent; and there is still lots for us to see. Our hotels were good with WiFi, hot showers, and a simple breakfast.
Tomorrow, we will be going to London, and then onto Scotland to see our friend, Barbara Wilson.
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