Colin’s travelogue

Alley, Galata, Istanbul uploaded on 10 April 2008

POLiS, Istanbul uploaded on 10 April 2008

Love their No Bullsh** Black and Red Uniforms!

No Prescription Needed uploaded on 10 April 2008

They don't call it the Spice Bazaar for nothing! (Istanbul)

Grand Bazaar, Istanbul uploaded on 10 April 2008

The Original Mall? 5000 vendors on a maze of 60 streets!

Haghia Sophia, Istanbul uploaded on 10 April 2008

Across from the Blue Mosque, the Haghia features an impressive dome and mosaics. The Ottomans converted it to a mosque when they conquered Constantinople. It currently is a Museum, and is undergoing much-needed renovation.

Blue Mosque, Istanbul uploaded on 10 April 2008

Built by Mehmet Aga (a student of master architect Sinan), the Blue Mosque has 6 minarets (previously reserved only for Mecca). The interior is lined with Iznik tiles.

San Francisco Museum of Modern Art uploaded on 3 February 2008

Mario Botta's lines are the perfect backdrop for great art and conversation.

Bruce Nauman @ the Berkeley Art Museum uploaded on 3 February 2008

Interior, Berkeley Art Museum uploaded on 3 February 2008