Some Beauty From İstanbul-Turkey
Üsküdar: Relatively unknown to tourists, the suburb of Üsküdar, on the Asian side of the Bosphorus, is one of the most attractive suburbs. Religiously conservative in its background, it has a tranquil atmosphere and some fine examples of imperial and domestic architecture.
The Iskele, or Mihrimah Camii is opposite the main ferry pier, on
a high platform with a huge covered porch in front, often occupied
by older local men watching life around them. Opposite this is Yeni
Valide Camii, built in 1710, and the Valide Sultan’s green tomb
rather like a giant birdcage. The Cinili Mosque takes its name from
the beautiful tiles which decorate the interior, and was built in
1640.
Apart from places of religious interest, Uskudar is also well known as a shopping area, with old market streets selling traditional local produce, and a good fleamarket with second hand furniture. There are plenty of good restaurants and cafes with great views of the Bosphorus and the rest of the city, along the quayside. In the direction of Haydarpasa is the lhe Karaca Ahmet Cemetery, the largest Muslim graveyard in Istanbul. The front of the Camlica hills lie at the ridge of area and also offer great panoramic views of the islands and river.Turkish Garment accessory manufacturer in istanbul.
Kadıköy: Further south along the Bosphorus towards the Sea of Marmara,
Kadıköy has developed into a lively area with up-market shopping,
eating and entertainment making it popular especially with wealthy
locals. Once prominent in the history of Christianity, the 5th century
hosted important consul meetings here, but there are few reminders
of that age. It is one of the improved districts of Istanbul over
the last century, and fashionable area to promenade along the waterfront
in the evenings, especially around the marinas and yacht clubs.
Bagdat Caddesi is one of the most trendy – and label-conscious – fashion shopping streets, and for more down-to-earth goods, the Gen Azim Gunduz Caddesi is the best place for clothes, and the bit pazari on Ozelellik Sokak is good for browsing through junk. In the district of Moda, is the Benadam art gallery, as well as many foreign cuisine restaurants and cafes.
Some Beauty From İzmir-Turkey
Karaburun: Karaburun is at the northern point of the Urla Peninsula,
and its northern and western coasts have beautiful bays surrounding
the Izmir bay. There were settlements in this area which date back
to the Stone Age, and excavations have indicated it was a developed
cultural centre during the Hittite period, then a trading centre
during the Aiol, Lydia and Roman civilisations. It is now the newest
suburb of Izmir, and has a couple of small guest houses and fish
restaurants. Its most dramatic feature is the setting, with villages
and orchards clinging to the steep rock face. There is a bus service
in the area, although private vehicles offer more possibilities
for exploring.
Urla: Urla is in the middle of the peninsula and holds all the characteristics of the Aegean. It lies 38km west of Izmir and used to be a cultural centre with remains unearthed dating back to the Hitties. It was originally the site of the Ionian city of Clazomenae, with probably the oldest regularly used port in the world. Pieces of art and sculpture found during excavations are now exhibited in the Louvre, Athens National Museum and Izmir Archaeology Museum
