Cats are the same all over the world. I want to be this one. Pillows were a highlight of our time in Istanbul.
Date: 07/05/2008
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One of many sultan's names at Topkapi Palace, the Sultan's residence in Old Town Istanbul.
Date: 07/05/2008
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Arched ceiling on the sultans' kitchens (one of several kitchens).
Date: 07/05/2008
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Rice for 10,000? No problem...
Date: 07/05/2008
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THe oldest kitchen prep area I will ever see.
Date: 07/05/2008
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Outside the sultans' privy council chambers - ridiculously gilded.
Date: 07/05/2008
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Trusty guide (with trusty guidebook - we love Rick Steves)
Date: 07/05/2008
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The view from one of many balconies. I imagine the sultans also looked out over boat traffic, just of a different sort.
Date: 07/05/2008
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Suleymanie Mosque, made fuzzy by construction. Yet another mosque to its right.
Date: 07/05/2008
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Stained glass in Topkapi Palace. Iznik tile. Gorgeous.
Date: 07/05/2008
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And stunning inlay work.
Date: 07/05/2008
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Date: 07/05/2008
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