Is buying the Istanbul Tourist Pass something I should consider, people often ask me. Since I had never used it, I always found it hard to answer this question. Sure, I could do a few quick calculations, but that wouldn't be fair. So, I decided to personally give the Istanbul Tourist Pass a thorough 3-day test. Let me explain what I've learned.What is Istanbul Tourist … [Read more...]
Hagia Sophia – Church Turned Mosque Turned Museum Turned Mosque Again
The Hagia Sophia (Ayasofya) is among Istanbul's most famous and fascinating monuments. This 'church of divine wisdom' was inaugurated by Emperor Justinian on 26 December 537, converted into a mosque in 1453 and declared a museum in 1934. It is among the world's greatest architectural achievements, in particular famous for its massive dome, and considered the epitome of … [Read more...]