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Classic Model A Fords456 viewsThe rightmost is a 1930 Ford Model A convertible; the middle one is a '28 Model A truck. The leftmost is a 1928 Model A sedan.
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Orchestra and Stage456 viewsThe Amphitheater was a venue for major spectacles, such as gladiatorial combats.
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Royal Loge456 viewsThe retiring rooms of the Royal Loge were the headquarters of the Grand Vizier during the suppression of the Janissary Corps in 1826.
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View from the Harem Terrace456 viewsOne example of the superb views of Istanbul to be had from the Topkapi Palace Harem, the Suleymaniye Mosque dominates the skyline to the west.
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Medallion456 viewsThe huge circular medallions date from the renovation of 1847-49 undertaken by Sultan Abdulmajid. They are inscribed with the names of Allah, Muhammad, the first four caliphs, and the grandchildren of Muhammad.
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I give up455 viewsThe Space Camp instructor finally gives up in disgust after vainly trying to get Chuck to observe speed limits and safety rules. Chuck savors his hard-won freedom gleefully.
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Stone Lion455 viewsOn display near the Aphrodisias Museum.
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Cabbage Rolls and Stuffed Peppers455 viewsIn Turkish the cabbage rolls are called Lahana Sarmasi; in Romanian they are Sarmasi, in Greek they are Lahanodolmades, in Polish Golabki, in Russian Golubtsy. Regardless of what you call them, they are delicious.
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Vases, Bowls and Jars455 viewsAll intricately decorated with various designs.
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Christian Church455 viewsChristians and Jews comprise only 1-2% of the population of Turkey, and most of the Christian churches are concentrated in Istanbul, many of them in the Beyoğlu district. I was unable to identify the denomination of this church.
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The Gate of Felicity455 viewsEntrance to the Third Courtyard, where the private residence of the Sultan was located. Also known as the Gate of the White Eunuchs. Entry was permitted only by permission of the Sultan.
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Chandeliers455 viewsEvery room in the Palace seemed to have at least one incredibly elaborate and expensive Bohemian glass chandelier. Some had more than one. I'd hate to have to pay the electric bill.
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