After having seen the main attractions in Istanbul, we spent our 3rd day exploring the Rumeli Fortress and then walking about 8km along the Bosphorus back to our hotel. We passed through several charming neighborhoods – deciding that on our next visit to Istanbul, we would prefer to stay in Bebek.
Rumeli Fortress
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On our 2nd day in Istanbul we visited Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Hippodrome, the Underground Cistern and the Grand Bazaar.
Topkapi Palace
The Blue Mosque
(Jeff’s wide angle camera lens was worth every penny)
An Egyptian Obelisk in the Hippodrome
The Underground Cistern
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After arriving in Istanbul on Sat evening and enjoying a great dinner at Cezayir Restaurant in Beyoglu, we spent our first full day visiting the Spice Market, taking a boat ride along the Bosphorus, and touring Dolmabahce Palace and Hagia Sophia.
Spice Market in Old Istanbul
Boat Ride along the Bosphorus…
Egyptian Embassey
Rumeli Fortress from the Bosphorus
Dolmabahce Palace
Hagia Sophia
View of the Blue Mosque from Hagia Sophia
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