The first thing that hit me was the smell. An earthy musk, a mixture of wool, dust and age, enveloped our little band of carpet hunters as we set foot inside a hidden warehouse on the top floor of a ...

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Istanbul in Turkey is particularly well known for its souvenir shopping. Whether you are looking for something to commemorate your visit or to take home as a gift for family and friends, here's where ...

As the cultural, historic and economic hub of Turkey, Istanbul is brimming with creativity. With the Greek, Roman and Ottoman Empires as just some of the historic influences on the city, it’s easy to ...

Straddling two continents, Istanbul is one of the most diverse and vibrant cities on Earth. It’s where minarets and terracotta rooftops pierce the skyline, where the air is filled with the sounds of ...