Rhythm of The Dance is one of the shows you can enjoy at Hodjapasha. The cultural center was once a bathhouse that is now converted into a dance theater. It is a place where tourists from all over the world come to admire Turkish arts. Hodjapasha lies in the heart of old Constantinople – Eminönü. The place is easily accessible from anywhere in the city. In addition, you will … [Read more...]
Why Madame Tussauds Istanbul Is Worth a Visit – Even with Kids
Why go to Madame Tussauds in Istanbul? After all, the museums can be found in many cities on four different continents. Here’s why the wax museum is such a popular attraction.Madame Tussauds is conveniently situated in the center of Istanbul. It’s located almost halfway Taksim’s Istiklal Avenue, so finding the place is a piece of cake. Everyone in the city can give you … [Read more...]
Review of Whirling Dervishes Ceremony at Hodjapasha Cultural Center
Last week, I decided to go and watch a ceremony of the whirling dervishes at the Hodjapasha Cultural Center. There are some places where you go and you feel you will be happy there. Hodjapasha is one of them, and here's why.Finding the dance theater is very easy. All you need to do is go to the heart of Istanbul: Eminönü. You can do it by taking a tram, bus or a ferry … [Read more...]
Why You Should Consider a Private Bosphorus Cruise
Two weeks ago I took a private Bosphorus cruise on the Zoe yacht. I’ve been living in Istanbul for over 10 years now, so I’m no stranger to sailing the Istanbul strait. But this Bosphorus cruise was the best I have taken so far. Here are the details of this beautiful day, and why you should consider it, too.Getting to the Pier A week earlier I booked the Daily Bosphorus … [Read more...]
Marmaray Tunnel Connects Istanbul’s European and Asian Side by Train
The Marmaray Tunnel is a 13,6 km tunnel, partially running under the Bosphorus, and connecting the existing train railways on Istanbul's European and Asian side. This public transportation project, inaugurated in October 2013, is another attempt to ease the traffic over both Bosphorus bridges by offering people an alternative on rails. So, how can this be of any use for … [Read more...]