Monday, 22 June 2020

Prince’s Island a popular place in Istanbul for tourists,


Prince's Island is a cluster of nine (adalar) means islands in Turkish) in the Sea of Marmara. princess islands is a popular destination for the visitors and tourists also local people like to escape from the hustle and bustle city life. It is filled with a tangerine, pink magnolias, lemon trees, and wooden mansions.

 It used to be an exile place for royal empresses and princes, and that's how it is known as Prince’s Island. It's a go-to destination if you want to experience the sunshine and calmness or want to swim in the sea. Princess island is completely opposite from busy Istanbul its quiet and peaceful, the motors vehicles are banned there and that's the reason which makes Princess Island different from other places. while there is no car and other vehicles you can use horse buggies and rent a bicycle for the whole day. the rent is not high but the condition of the bicycle might not be very good.

 Princess island located 20 kilometers southeast of Istanbul. ferries and sea busses are the easiest way to get there, the sea busses are the quickest, however, the ferry takes a little longer but more frequent and cheaper. there are several places to stay overnight you can enjoy the Turkish cuisine and spa.




                                        Location: Sea of Marmara, Istanbul H

The Jewel of Istanbul, Blue Mosque one of the most beautiful mosques in Istanbul





The glorious blue mosque is a popular attraction in Istanbul. It has served as the administrative quarter of the Ottoman rulers.it is also known as sultan Ahmet mosque. Construction of the mosque started in August 1609 when the sultan himself came to break the first sod. It was his intention that this would become the first mosque of his empire. He did appoint his royal architect Sedefhar Mehmet Aga, a student and senior assistant of the famous architect Mimar Sinan to be in charge of the Mosque construction. The organization of the work was described in meticulous detail in eight volumes, now found in the library of the Topkapı Palace. The opening ceremonies were held in 1617 . The building was not yet finished in the last year of his reign, as the last accounts were signed by his successor Mustafa I. The vast complex of blue mosque features opulent courtyards which are lined with hand-painted tiles work and splendidly decorated rooms.

Most popular highlight of the blue mosque is the Harem. Sultan’s concubines used to spend their time in Harem. Blue mosque also has an Imperial Council Chamber and Sacred Safekeeping Rooms.

Location: Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Turkey
Entry fee: 72 Turkish Liras, free for children below 8 years
Best Time: Weekdays

History Carved in Stone at Istanbul Archaeology Museums, Turkey, a stomping ground for tourists




Istanbul Archaeological Museum is the most historical venue in Istanbul that has a unique collection of artefacts and sculptures both from Turkey and the Middle East. It consists of three sections, the main one is the Archaeology Museum, the other two are Museum of the Ancient Orient and Tiled Pavilion of Mehmed the Conqueror. You will find treasures on display here from Egyptian, Roman, Byzantine, and Hittite civilization.

Location: Cankurtaran, 34122 Fatih/Istanbul, Turkey
Entry fee: 36 TL, Free for the holders of a Museum card
Best Time: Weekdays

Galata Tower, One of the highest and oldest towers of Istanbul, which provides a panoramic view of the old and beautiful town of Istanbul

Galata tower called Christea Turris (the "Tower of Christ" in Latin)  was built in the 14th century and is known to be one of the most significant landmarks of Istanbul. It was used as a watchtower to help defend the city. The Galata tower is 220 feet and nine stories high.The Galata Tower can be seen from almost every corner of Istanbul; It has a restaurant on the top of the tower that has Turkish dance performances and traditional cuisines.

the Galata tower is surrounded by,  clubs and wine bars, it is a hotspot for fun and entertainment. also, you can have a panoramic view of the city from the top of the building.
Location: just to the north of the Golden Horn 's junction with the Bosphorus. Bereketzade, Galata Kulesi, 34421 Beyoglu/Istanbul, Turkey

Entry fee: 35 Turkish Liras, free for kids below 7 years of age

Best Time: 9:AM

Prince’s Island a popular place in Istanbul for tourists,

Prince's Island is a cluster of nine (adalar) means islands in Turkish) in the Sea of Marmara. princess islands is a popular destina...