There are few places in the world that have the history, culture, and atmosphere of Istanbul. As a cultural hub joining east and west for hundreds of years, Istanbul is host to incredible food, amazing architecture, and unique, groundbreaking art. While much of Istanbul’s art scene is devoted to historical and religious works, it also […]
VISITING THE NEIGHBORHOODS OF FATIH, FENER, AND BALAT, ISTANBUL
While the neighborhood of Balat Istanbul has a rich history and is on the UNESCO World Heritage list, less than 1% of travelers to Turkey visit it. Have you heard of the “Neighborhoods of Faith”? Fatih, Fener, and Balat are where different religions and communities live in harmony to create a cultural melting pot. Are […]