The Soul of Turkey – Anatolia
Anatolia is the land that the sun rises on. It is time for the sun to rise again.
History
LAYOVER IN ISTANBUL: CREATIVE IDEAS
This post is for people that happen to have a day-long layover in Istanbul or are trying to see as much as possible in just a couple fleeting 24-hours periods.
It’s a church. It’s a mosque. It’s Hagia Sophia.
If walls could talk, Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia would have an abundance of stories to tell. Once a church,...
The city of walls: Contantinople
Atilla The Hun, the destroyer of civilizations, who named himself the Scourge of God, took one look at...
RUMI: “Beyond right and wrong”
And the best-selling poet in the US?
Best books on Istanbul
The following authors tell captivating tales of Istanbul and Turkey that provide unique and unparalleled insight into this part of the world.
Catholic and Orthodox Church
The other day somebody asked me about the initial divide and the principle differences between the Greek Orthodox Church and the Roman Catholic Church. I began to answer, only to realize that I couldn't answer.
UNSPOKEN FACTS ABOUT TURKEY
A list of the least-spoken facts about Turkey and Istanbul that you should know before coming here. I believe visiting this country aware of the insider's tips that I've shared below can only help you be more prepared and insightful with respect to Turkey.
Fall of Constantinople or Conquest of Istanbul?
If you've already been here then you will understand what Fatih Sultan Mehmet II was saying. If you haven't, then I hope that this convinces you to come visit. Istanbul, more than most places in the world, is guaranteed to leave an imprint on your heart.