// February 27th, 2012 // 7 Comments » // Photo of the Week, Turkey
Built in the 6th century, the Basilica Cistern in Istanbul is located just across from Hagia Sophia. It was used as a reservoir for water storage. There are 366 columns. I can’t fathom why one might build such an elaborate space underground for water, but it’s beautiful and worth the 10 TL to enter. (more…)
// February 23rd, 2012 // 8 Comments » // Turkey
No Istanbul itinerary is complete without a stroll across the Bosphorus River on the Galata Bridge. The bridge is lined with fishermen and the mosques make for a picturesque background. Since we were staying near Taksim Square, we decided to walk to the Old City so we could stroll across the bridge. (more…)
// February 21st, 2012 // 7 Comments » // Turkey
Situated near Hagia Sophia in Istanbul is another grand structure called the Blue Mosque. Built in 1609, Sultan Ahmet I wanted to construct a mosque that was more beautiful than Hagia Sophia. While I am partial to Hagia Sophia, it is a pretty spectacular sight. It is also the first operating mosque that I have ever been inside. (more…)
// February 20th, 2012 // 2 Comments » // America, Photo of the Week
I spent the summer of 2006 studying in Hawaii. And it was blissful. I would do it all over again in a heartbeat. Since I started this blog well after that summer, I’d like to go back and share some of the amazing places I explored on Oahu, Kauai, and the Big Island. (more…)
// February 16th, 2012 // 5 Comments » // Turkey
Maybe you read yesterday just how much I love Hagia Sophia. If not, then yes, feel free to go check it out. Because I loved it so much, I thought I would post some more of my favorite photos of it in sepia. (more…)
// February 15th, 2012 // 4 Comments » // Turkey
Initially a church, then a mosque, Hagia Sophia is now a museum in Istanbul. Hagia Sophia means ‘divine power’, and it’s truly one of the most stunning architectural creations I have ever stepped foot in. (more…)
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