Merhaba!
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The jewel-toned evening skyline It's no wonder why Istanbul has such an overwhelming draw given its undeniable beauty and fascinating history. I was fortunate enough to visit this past September and was immediately enraptured. The moment I arrived I was enveloped in such a visceral manner that all my senses were completely heightened. It was as if I had never fully appreciated just how powerfully our sensations can illustrate an experience. "Galata Tower" from the Bosphorus From the energetic locals, the multi-dimensional cuisine, to the cultural convergences, I took in as much as I could, every single moment I had there. Days were filled with sight-seeing excursions, neighborhood meandering, and leisurely meals in a variety of culinary outposts. When not looking for the "off-the-beaten-path" destinations, an unexpected turn down a cobblestone street would leave me gazing upon a secret vista (that seemed) only meant for my pleasure. It was dur...