Hidden beneath Istanbul lies the Basilica Cistern, a 1,400-year-old architectural marvel often dubbed an underground palace, captivating visitors with its history and cinematic allure. Constructed around 542 AD during the reign of Byzantine Emperor Justinian I, the Basilica Cistern was designed to supply water to the palace and key structures in Constantinople (now Istanbul). Among […]
Turkish coffee is a method of preparing unfiltered coffee. Roasted and then finely ground coffee beans are simmered (not boiled) in a pot (cezve), optionally with sugar, and served in a cup where the grounds are allowed to settle. At present, it is found in the Eastern Europe, North Africa, the Caucasus, the Balkans, and […]
The Society of American Travel Writers (SATW) opened its annual convention this week at the Conrad Hotel in Istanbul. A total of 270 American and Canadian travel communicators and publicists have come to Türkiye for the society’s annual meeting, which includes four days of meetings and touring in Istanbul – with most delegates traveling throughout […]