One of the main places of tourist attraction in Istanbul and undoubtedly an architectural wonder of the times is the Hagia Sophia.
The magnificent part in the architecture of the Hagia Sophia was its impressive central dome. What’s fascinating is the history behind this building, it was originally a Christian church but converted into a Muslim mosque.
One of the many fascinating structures of Hagia Sophia.
Another thing I love about Turkey, people here are really good looking. Muslim man and woman here have very distinctive features and all are very open-minded and not overly conservative.
The rich and impressive mosaics depicting various Christian images that were seen throughout the church.
The Islamic masters adorned the Hagia Sophia with attractive geometrical designs and also made extensive use of expensive colored stones, carved wood craft, gold and mother of pearl.
The interior of Hagia Sophia has splendid lightings and really detailed handworks of Islamic elements.
Among all the places I have visited during this summer trip, I find Istanbul the perfect place for shopping. Got myself some apple tea and Turkish delights, a gift that I received almost everytime whenever an acquaintance visits Turkey.
A local university in Istanbul, how gorgeous is that! This is only the entrance, really looks like some castle along the way.
Dinner was a real let down, food literally tasted like overnight food, apple tea and chicken/lemon soup was nice though.
For the final night of my summer trip, all of us gathered upstairs at the lounge to have a drink of cocktail. Prattled on almost everything till we actually fell asleep upstairs till 3am to lug our bodies back to our rooms.
Turkey, a place that I’ll definitely return someday.
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