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Fethiye Mosque, a Symbol of Istanbul’s Byzantine and Ottoman Heritage

The History of Fethiye Mosque – A Monument of Transformation Nestled in the heart of Istanbul, Fethiye Mosque stands as a testament to the city’s rich, layered history. Its story begins long before it became a mosque, tracing back to the Byzantine era, when it was originally built as a church. Today, Fethiye Mosque is […]

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INTERNATIONAL Travel

Plans in place to launch the ‘world’s longest bus journey’ from Istanbul to London

According to a recent report by Lonely Planet, Adventures Overland is set to launch a new bus service which will span the entirety of the European continent.  The Indian expedition company plans to make this a reality in August 2023, with the itinerary covering 22 countries whilst passing through five different time zones.  With it […]

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INTERNATIONAL Travel

Camlica Mosque – The Largest Mosque in Istanbul

Until recently, the famous Sultan Ahmet Mosque in Istanbul held the title of the largest mosque in Turkey with a capacity of 10,000 people. However, things have now changed and with splendid architectural designs by two female architects, Bahar Mızrak and Hayriye Gül Totu, the newly built Camlica Mosque in Uskudar, Istanbul holds the title […]

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History & Heritage Travel

Nine Must-See Sites in Istanbul

A mystifying and historic city full of attractions for the most curious of visitors, Istanbul stands with pride stranded between two continents. Being one of the most visited countries in the world, visitors usually have a lot of questions about what to see and do here. If you’re looking for some inspiration, read on to […]

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INTERNATIONAL Travel

An Ideal Itinerary for Istanbul

Istanbul: the only city in the world that spans two continents.  This cosmopolitan city allows you to experience a taste of history, mixed with the opulent flavours of the contemporary. With something to see at the turn of every corner, Istanbul will leave you lost for words. From magnificent mosques to cruises along the Bosphorus and tempting […]

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Beauty & Fashion

Istanbul Modest Fashion Week postponed due to the coronavirus

12 March 2020: The organisers of Modanisa Istanbul Modest Fashion Week (IMFW) have announced today that they are postponing the event until later this year. The decision was prompted following official advice on protecting the health of the public against the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19).  IMFW 2020 was scheduled to take place next month, from Thursday […]

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