The throne of two great empires, Istanbul is the 5th largest city in the world where sprawling streets envelop huge monuments that attest to the power and influence concentrated here for over a thousand years until the collapse of the Ottoman Empire in the 1923.
We've been exploring this beautiful city with Andrew's family who met us here on Saturday. Europe, Asia, and back in an afternoon is no problem for this group lead by our intrepid, well-informed guide, Mrs. Whyte (sorry folks, "Tours-by-Lorna" are all booked for the year).
More to come soon, but first the archeology, art, culture, food, and history await us.
Thanks guys, you have moved Turkey to the top of the list of my places to visit. Love to see your smiles--always!
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