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Useful information/knowledge for anyone who is planning on visiting the amazing city of Istanbul or Turkey in general.

ISTANBUL TOURS: TOP 5

theothertour·January 30, 2015

Each offers something unique and different, but all will give you a great perspective into Istanbul's culture.

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Istanbul Rugs: Best and modest rug shop

theothertour·January 26, 2015

Istanbul is famous for rugs - that's good. It is also famous for those who sell rugs - that's, well, not so good. You can either take our word for it, or go out on your own and find out the hard way.

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Fall of Constantinople or Conquest of Istanbul?

theothertour·January 18, 2015

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.

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Top 5 Reasons to visit Istanbul

theothertour·January 1, 2015

There are a lot of cities and regions in the world today that you can refer to as 'a culture that has been influenced both by the West and the East' but Istanbul is THE location where the West and the East came together and gave birth to something UNIQUE.

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Gobeklitepe: The Oldest Temple In The World

theothertour·December 11, 2014

11.000 years old! - that's 6 more than the Egyptian pyramids.

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ISTANBUL CULTURE: TOP 5

theothertour·October 20, 2014

It is about more than seeing, visiting, picture-taking and observing; it is about doing. Don't just watch the movie, be the movie (or at least be in it).

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THE OTTOMANS

theothertour·April 24, 2014

The Ottoman's ruled the region for the next 400 + years until November 1, 1922 when the Grand National Assembly (led by Ataturk) passed a law deposing Mehmed VI - the last of the Ottoman Sultans - and voiding all laws of his government.

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Istanbul Earthquake

theothertour·November 26, 2013

Prof. Dr. Marco Bohnhoff, working at German Research Centre for Geosciences, recently stated that the risk for Istanbul’s expected...

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Elif Shafak: The art of storytelling

theothertour·March 13, 2013

Elif Shafak, arguably Turkey’s best female author, gives a speech at TED talks about herself, about writing and life...

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USEFUL TURKISH WORDS AND PHRASES

theothertour·January 29, 2013

A few dozen words that are essential for a successful, fun and interesting stay in Turkey. Don't be shy! Try out these words and phrases. The results, as you will see, often lead to pleasantly memorable experiences.

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