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It was a favorite place for Ottoman intellectuals and a center for the European diaspora, which they called granderuedepera. Pen @ fun @ pavilion wWw. ｂｉｑUｇE。 infoNineteenth-century travelers referred to Constantinople (present-day Istanbul as the "Paris of the East", referring to the granderuedepera and its semi-European and semi-Asian cultures.

The government of the republic announced that the street would be renamed **Main Street, in honor of the victory of the Turkish ** War. In addition, according to the information found on the Internet, Turkey's ** war was a military war to resist the partition of the defeated Ottoman Empire after the end of World War I, under the leadership of Kemal, the father of the nation, who was admired by thousands of Turkish people.

The result was the complete collapse of the Ottoman Empire and the creation of modern, secular Turkey. The buildings on both sides of the street are very European, and there are all kinds of shops on all the pedestrian streets, restaurants, hotels, boutiques, bookstores, libraries, and theaters.

I like these local lamps and lanterns in Turkey very much, and the locals like and cooperate with the nostalgic tram to take pictures, and the tinkling bells remind pedestrians of such a scene, why don't you feel chaotic in Turkey, but find it interesting**There are also consulates of France and other countries on the street (only see the French flag at the corner of the street).

churches, etc. It's a place where you can eat, drink, have fun, shop, visit, and most importantly soak up the atmosphere. It is said that on weekends, the number of people here is 300,000 a day. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi went there on the weekend, and there were indeed a lot of people. **The paths on both sides of the street are also very beautiful and tactful, and how can these food stalls be missing on the bustling pedestrian street.

Roasted corn, roasted corn, and naughty Turkish ice cream. However, the prices here are a bit more expensive than in other places. There are also these traditional looking tempting snacks. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi once turned into a market with a transparent roof, where there were all kinds of food. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi bought large almonds soaked in water that they hadn't seen anywhere else.

There is only a fragrance, and it is not delicious that has been fired. I also saw a snack bar with the glass windows wide open on the street, and the huge iron plate was steaming, and the minced meat or seafood skewers were drowned. Sizzling in the hot oil, the aroma fills the air. Take it out while it's hot and put it in a long loaf of bread, top with onions, lettuce, tomatoes.

The chefs are beating the iron plate fanciously while making it. The table in the small shop has soaked chili peppers and ketchup. Although it is an ordinary hamburger, it is accompanied by the lively movements of the chefs. It attracted a lot of onlookers. And the aroma is attractive, and there are indeed many people who are ruling out to buy it. It was quite slanderous to see the clouds.

It's a pity that Natasha doesn't eat mutton, and Yunluo's teeth are not good, so she gives up. But the temptation of that fragrance made Yunluo forget it for a long time. In the third food kingdom, because of Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi's own reasons, not being able to taste the local meal cooked by mutton is the biggest regret of the trip to the country.

The main street of the old city ends near the Galata Tower, and Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi walked haphazardly in the alley in the direction of the Galata Bridge. The roads here all seem to be connected, as long as they are in the right direction. Cross the Galata Bridge. Next to the eye-catching Yeni Mosque is the Spice Souq, so let's experience the Spice Republic.

The Greek film was clouded down on the iPad when it was proposed to go to Turkey, but there was no time to watch it until the end of the trip to Turkey. The Spice Market, also known as the Egyptian Market, originated during the Ottoman Empire, where many Egyptians gathered to do business and sell goods from the surrounding area, mainly spices.

At that time, it was the largest spice distribution center in the entire Middle East. The market is now famous for selling spices and aphrodisiac perfumes. It is also said to be a place where locals shop. Therefore, the price is cheaper than that of the Grand Bazaar, and there are many people in the market, and there are many goods. This is the case in all markets.

It is characterized by a wide variety of colours, including food, that are so beautiful that you can't swallow them. Everything you can try, nuts, dried fruits, gummies, olives, cheese, and a variety of teas. For all kinds of food sent to the front, Natasha did not refuse, and was happy to be a "city manager of the spice market".

Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi bought pomegranate tea, cranberry plums, dried figs, cinnamon, and soap with essential oils. The colors are really colorful, and the clouds have not been around for a long time, and one is a closed market after all. The air inside was not good, and he received a call from a colleague who had just arrived in Istanbul, who had to adjust his route because he missed the plane.

In Otogar, Istanbul, seeing countless car moments and countless arrival locations, and having no idea about the distance between Pamukkale and Ephesus, etc., I lost my mind for a while. On the edge of the dazzling spices, all the phone bills that Yunluo had deposited were gone, and there were still arrears.

With Yunluo's superficial experience of just walking through the western coastal areas of Turkey, he finally negotiated his next itinerary in general. It was much worse luck for my colleague who left a week later than Yunluo, first of all, to miss the plane from Istanbul to Izmir, and then to continue rainy days.

Later, Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi got together to talk about Turkey, and he didn't have the strong nostalgia and liking of Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi at all, his reaction to the scenery was flat, and he recognized the enthusiasm and kindness of the locals. Leave the spice market and continue with a walk through the old town of Sultanahmet. At the beginning of the day, the lights in the small shops shine softly.

The buildings of the old city are more European, the goods are also exquisite, and the smooth stone and brick roads convey the message of the old times. On such a street corner, Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi opened the map and looked for the direction of the Blue Mosque. "Are you lost, do you want to help" is not very standard, but it is definitely in Chinese.

Yunluo looked up and saw a young face that was absolutely Western, "You can speak Chinese" Yunluo's surprise was more than Yunluo's understanding of the road conditions. The man introduced from Yunluo that he had been in Sihai City for a year and would say something. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi asked him about the Blue Mosque and asked if there was a place to see the whirling dance in the surrounding area.

The man really only knew a little Chinese, and did not reflect on the whirling dance, and Yunluo tried to change to English, "dance" must have understood, stretched out his two arms and turned in a circle. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi expressed their affirmation. The man said that there is an old train station not far away, twice a week. I can't remember exactly the exact time.

Thinking that they might not be able to catch up by chance, Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi decided to go to the Blue Mosque anyway. The man said that the road to go was not far and that he could walk. You can also look at the small shops along the road, there is a dessert shop with very good pudding, but the road is more detouring, he can take Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi there. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi chatted as they walked.

Yunluo said that he liked Istanbul very much, and the man was very happy. Because he is a native of Istanbul. And said that in previous years Istanbul was better, and in the last two years, many refugees came, mostly Kurds. They don't have a home, they don't have a house, they sleep on the streets. There are also many children, who are not in school, and will ask tourists for money.

Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi were also reminded that most of these children were concentrated near the station and dock. Yunluo suddenly remembered the grilled fish burger at the dock last night. Saw the old city walls and the light rails. The man stopped at the intersection, pointed in the direction of Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi Blue Mosque, and said that as long as he followed the tracks, he would not get lost.

After saying goodbye, turn around and leave. It was a special trip to lead the way for Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi, and Yunluo couldn't remember how many locals had offered help. There are really no words for the kindness and warmth of the Turks. The brand-new light rail roars under the old city walls and passes fast to the Old Palace.

In a car accident on the road, the police arrived in time to quickly deal with the entrance to the old palace, and along the tracks, the street became wider and brighter. In addition to various restaurants, souvenir shops. There is also a travel agency that offers excursions around Turkey. The local specialty restaurant "Leek Box".

This local woman dressed in white. Turkish pies are made on site, and from the appearance, they look like a leek box. I was a little greedy, but I thought I would get there early, and maybe I could catch the unbusten bus to visit. Cathedral of Sophia. After the visit time, it was quiet in front of the door. It has a square in the middle of the Blue Mosque not far away.

Tourists are many people in the Blue Mosque. A landmark of Istanbul. There were many wooden benches in front of the temple, and Natasha, who had long been tired of walking, sat there and refused to move, saying that the Sophia Cathedral was closed anyway, and the Blue Mosque could no longer be visited, so it was better to sit here and rest. Look for the location where you can photograph six minarets at the same time.

Pedestrians were found coming and going at the entrance of the Blue Mosque. Presumably it wasn't closed. Happily ran to the bench and pulled up the minaret of Natasha's blue mosque at night, and under the porch were some propaganda signs introducing Islam. There is a table that seems to introduce the lineage of religion, and Muhammad is at the bottom of the table.

That is, he appeared very late. The others couldn't understand it at all, and once again lamented that his knowledge of relevant aspects was too lacking. The place where the green curtain is hung is the entrance to the mosque, and from time to time people take off their shoes to enter. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi wrapped their headscarves in front of the door, but were stopped by the staff.

He also pointed to the sign and said that after 8 p.m., no more tourists will be accepted. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi, who have no faith, were discovered so easily. Thinking that I would leave the hotel at 11 o'clock the next day to go to the airport, and I wanted to see the old train station, the time was really not enough, and I was unwilling to beg the staff. At this time, a few more Western tourists came.

The staff just kept saying "sorry" to Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi. Yunluo thinks that few people will come to Istanbul without visiting the Blue Mosque. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi were too greedy for the scenery passing by, and gave up this most representative scenery alive, and the regret in their hearts was still very strong.

Outside the Blue Mosque there is an ancient stone surrounded by glass, which must be very promising. Looking at the explanation, it turned out that the location on the "zero kilometer" sign of the Roman Empire is not recognizable, and the city where Yunluo now lives is more than 1,700 kilometers away from the Blue Mosque, and the opposite direction of Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi Hotel is brightly lit.

Tourists are weaving. Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi walked towards the bustle, and Natasha seemed to forget the fatigue just now, and strolled around with great interest. In fact, it's quite interesting to think about it, when booking a hotel in Istanbul, in the face of a lot of choices, Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi did not hesitate, they must live in the old city.

The reason seems to be very good, close to the attractions. During the two days I stayed in Istanbul, I went out every day to run to the new European district, I didn't see any of the attractions in the old city, and the planned walk in the old city was delayed until now in the night. Fortunately, the night in the old town is very good and the popularity is enough. Except for this full-mouthed open-air restaurant.

A variety of local snacks alternate. There was also a big supermarket on the road, and Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi went in to buy local toiletries, such as loofah pulp or bath towels made of sisal, and prepared to go back as a gift. Then there was street after street, and the lights of each street were gentle.

Itinerary: Walk to the Blue Mosque and take the tram to Sirkeji railway station. The Blue Mosque is a must-see place on a trip to Istanbul. Sirkeji train station was there with some complexes, no surprises and no disappointments. In the afternoon, I took a plane out of Istanbul, ending a trip that Yunluo didn't want to end.

Cost: tram4 lira/person, airport shuttle can't remember clearly, about 15-25 lira between one person. When I woke up in the morning, I found that Yunluo's smart iPhone was an hour behind Natasha's manual Huawei. The iPhone is slow (in fact, I'm worried that it's broken). Confused, Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi went to the restaurant downstairs for breakfast.

In addition to the waiters, there are only two waiters in the restaurant: Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi. Asked the waiter and learned that Turkey had changed from summer time to winter time that day, and for no reason, in the extra hour, Turkey gave Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi another surprise, and the cheerful mood could not be described. So what are you waiting for, finish breakfast quickly.

Make a beeline for the Blue Mosque. Cold Spring Street, from the old palace, turn left and go up. The recommended attractions on Baidu Travel are not long, brick roads. On both sides are retro old houses, now mostly coffee, as well as shisha halls, painting stalls, very quiet. I remembered that I had stopped at the street last night, and then I chose the road that went straight to the old palace.

Because the street is more lively, out of So?uk?e?me, turn a corner to Sophia Cathedral. The only building in the world that has been transformed many times through the vicissitudes of life, the first generation was destroyed, and the second generation was built. After the destruction of the second generation, a third generation was built on the same site. After the change of regime.

Four minarets were added around the perimeter of the church. It was turned into a mosque again. Later, it became a museum. The frescoes inside are extremely beautiful, and the Sophia Cathedral is only open for viewing at 9:00, so Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi first went to the long row of faucets in the Blue Mosque opposite, washing the bodies of Muslims.

Not far away, in the chapel, the teachings of the Koran cleanse the main entrance of the soul of Muslims. However, visitors can only walk through the side entrance inside. The Blue Mosque opens at 8:30 a.m., with Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi being among the first visitors. As with all Islamic religious sites, wear a shirt with a collar and sleeves, and a skirt or trousers that are longer than the knee.

Hair is released to be wrapped by the head. At the entrance, two staff members, a man and a woman, see visitors who are not in good attire and point out and ask them to wrap around the large shawls provided by the mosque. One of the highlights of the plain blue mosque with its interior: Iznik handmade blue tiles. It is said that there are 20,000 blue mosques.

The third view of the blue mosque of the Turkish carpet, the morning light shining into the room from the 260 tinted glass windows is said to be written by a great calligrapher, and it is completely incomprehensible, not only the meaning. This calligraphy is also one of the views of the Blue Mosque, and the whole building is also a miracle, and it is said that not a single nail was used because it was the first tourists to enter the interior to visit.

It feels like the air is ok and doesn't have the legendary bad smell. It's a pity that I didn't see the believers praying, presumably Yunluo and Nalan Shiqi came too early. In fact, from the day I entered Turkey, the sound of prayer was heard every day. Especially in small towns like Selcuk, Pamukkale, Saffron.

Always awakened by the sound of prayer from the minaret, I also know in the fog that in an Islamic country, the sense of exoticism and religion is deep and strong, from the East to the West, from Islamic mosques to Christian cathedrals, from Muslims to Christians. This narrow gate is less than 200 meters away.

I don't know what to say or what to say. Let's take a panoramic view. The mosque of the six minarets, why does Yunluo think of the Buddhist temple in Bangkok, Yunluo is so chaotic. Walking to the Cathedral of Sophia, now the museum, there was a long queue of visitors. Look like that, don't think about going in for half an hour.

Calculating the time, I can only regret it. When will Istanbul meet again Istanbul - Moscow Sirkeji Railway Station, the starting point of the Orient Express, and the end of the Turkish journey. The sun is shining on this beautiful European building, which is being renovated on the outside, and the station has been selected as one of the 14 most beautiful railway stations in the world by an American magazine.

It was put into use in 1890 and has a history of more than 120 years. With a history of more than 120 years, Istanbul would not dare to describe it as ancient. Outside the station, there is no such hustle and bustle as a transport hub, and compared to the Sirkaiji Tram station, which is a few steps away, it is noticeably deserted, and the once busy and luxurious can only be imagined.

The front of the steam locomotive was parked in the grass, like a white-haired old man parked in the old time, and he took the initiative to open the mottled wooden door when he saw Yunluo with a curious face. There are no bells, whistles, announcements, and shouts in the waiting hall, and there are fewer seats and fewer passengers. There are only 2 platforms at the Sirkaiji railway station, so it's easy to see from start to finish.

Empty. The former dignitaries and celebrities, the former traders, and the noisy and prominent people who used to come and go have been replaced by modern simple locomotives. Agatha Christie framed the tension. (To be continued.) )

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