The Importance of the Golden Gate Inscription
The inscription on the Golden Gate (Porta Aurea) is very important because it provides historical clues about the gate’s origin and purpose. The inscription...
The Mystery of the Golden Gate Inscription
For many years, people believed that the famous inscription on the Golden Gate (Porta Aurea) of Constantinople was lost or perhaps even legendary. However,...
The Golden Gate
A Triumphal Entrance
Between the seventh and eighth towers north of the Sea of Marmara, stands a grand gateway called Yedi Kule Kapısı (the Gate...
Exploring Corum’s 7000-Year History
A Journey Through Time
Corum A Cultural Bridge Between East and West
Corum, with its 7000-year-long history, stands as a significant gateway between Central Anatolia and...
Exploring Ottoman Traditions The Role of Bathhouses
Social Hubs and Matchmaking Spots
In the Ottoman era, bathhouses, or hamams, played a central role in daily life. While men visited hamams after prayers...
Exploring Turkish Delight Making in Marmaris
A Sweet Journey
The Traditional ‘Lokum’ Process
Step inside to witness the entire ‘lokum’ (Turkish delight) making process. A blend of water, sugar, and cornflour is...
Istiklal Street and Taksim Square
Istiklal Street
Istiklal Caddesi is the main street of Beyoglu (Pera) and is a pedestrian area. The street that used to be called “Grand-Rue de...
