Unveiling the History of Canhasan Pottery Museum
Exploring Ancient Origins
The Canhasan Pottery Museum unveils the rich history of the region, offering insights into its ancient origins through archaeological research conducted at Kilbasan Sisan Tumulus. These excavations have unearthed significant findings dating...
Exploring Culinary Delights and Shopping in Cappadocia
Culinary Adventures Taste of Turkey
Turkish cuisine boasts an array of delectable dishes, with fish being a standout feature in a country bordered by three seas. Coastal areas in Turkey, particularly those frequented by tourists,...
Rustem Paşa and Seyyid Hasan Paşa
Rustem Paşa Public Fountain
Commissioned by Mihrimah Sultan in honor of her husband, the Rustem Paşa Public Fountain stands within the courtyard walls of the tomb erected after his passing. Situated in Eminönü, this fountain...
Damat İbrahim Paşa Public Fountain and Haseki Hürrem Sultan Hamam
Damat İbrahim Paşa Public Fountain
The Damat İbrahim Paşa Complex, commissioned in 1719 by Grand Vizier Damat İbrahim Paşa of Nevşehir, stands as a remarkable architectural feat in Istanbul’s Şehzadebaşı neighborhood. Within this complex lies...
Exploring Istanbul’s Water Structures
Water has played a crucial role in shaping the identity of Istanbul since its inception. Positioned between the Halic and the Marmara Sea, with the Bosphorus strait weaving through its heart, Istanbul’s geographical location...
When was Istanbul settled?
Istanbul daily tours – The earliest-known settlement in the area, which people now know as Istanbul, was probably founded around 1000 BC. Its name was Semistra. Then appeared a small fishing village, named Lygos....
Ensar on Chinese state TV
Customized Guided Tour – Ensar Islamoglu on CCTV
Chinese Television got the best guide for their customized guided tour. It was Ensar’s pleasure to tell them about and make them fall in love with his country.
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Where does the name Istanbul come from?
Istanbul Tours – Istanbul was officially adopted as a sole name in 1930. Through the ages the city of Istanbul has changed its name several times. It is a city with intriguing history, a...
