Colin’s travelogue

Chillin in Stamboul uploaded on 10 April 2008

Alley off Istiklal Caddesi

National Pride, Istanbul uploaded on 10 April 2008

I was photographing the flag against the brick wall when a proud Turk offered to pose for me. The sense of national Turkish pride is palpable.

Perch, Istanbul uploaded on 10 April 2008

Turkish breakfast in my room at the chic Marmara Pera Hotel in Beyoglu, overlooking the Bosphorus and Golden Horn

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.