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Imperial Gate Mosaic654 viewsOnly the emperiors could enter via the Imperial Gate. The mosaic above the Imperial Gate depicts the emperior bowing before Christ, with the Virgin Mary on the left and the Archangel Gabriel on the right.
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Istanbul Street Scene654 viewsOn our way to the Grand Bazaar.
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Red Room654 viewsThe color red predominates in the drapes, wall fabric and furniture, and even appears in the chandelier. Gold leaf is used extensively in the furnishings and ornamentation.
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Ceremonial Hall Chandelier654 viewsThis is supposedly the world's largest Bohemian crystal chandelier, with 750 lamps and a weight of four and a half tons. It isn't lit up because only a Sultan could afford the electric bill.
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The Market Basilica653 viewsDating from the reign of Augustus (d. 14 AD), this was a 160-meter arcade which hosted both commercial activities and law courts. It was connected via three gates to the Varius Baths, presumably so people who felt soiled by their dealings with lawyers could quickly duck out to cleanse themselves.
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The Wading Pool653 viewsThe morning air was chilly, but the waters were warm.
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Basilica653 viewsNext to the Hellenistic Gate is a Christian basilica, built in the 6th century AD.
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View from the Gateway653 viewsView of the Hellenistic Gate as seen through the opening of the Roman Gate.
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Touring the Blue Mosque653 viewsThe Blue Mosque is both a working mosque and one of the main tourist attractions of Istanbul. Here our tour group gathers for instruction by Attila in its history and architecture, as well as the rules of etiquette for visitors.
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Supporting columns653 views336 marble columns support the ceiling of the Cistern. Each column is 9 metres (30 ft) high. They are arranged in 12 rows of 28 columns spaced 5 metres (16 ft) apart.
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The Exception653 viewsThe streetcars that run to and from Taksim Square are the sole exception to the prohibition on motor vehicles on Istiklal Street.
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Taverna Sarni653 viewsThis restaurant appeared to be built right onto the palace wall, as were the other buildings we passed on this narrow street.
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