Istanbul?s population rises by over 1 million in four years Istanbul?s population has jumped by over 1 million in the past four years In the Old City of Istanbul | Caffeinated MuslimBushra My first morning in Istanbul, I made my way to the hotel’s rooftop terrace for breakfast. I came out the door and was … Read more
Erdem Gunduz 10 REASONS TO VISIT ISTANBUL (through Mehmet Yaranona) Why you should come and visit this beautiful city (and country) 1) The whole city is one massive human art installation. There are thousands of people staring in silence at a building. The Governor has been doing a post-constructivist stand-up routine for weeks. … Read more
Festival website Crime and Punishment at Istanbul Film Festival by By SUSANNE GUSTEN The Crime and Punishment Film Festival, which opens on Friday, will juxtapose artistic and academic viewpoints of the quest for justice, with a special focus on coups d’état. Miniaturk to show mini Gymnasium by SALİHLİ – Anatolia News Agency The miniature … Read more
The last decade has seen the development of a glamorous clubbing scene in Istanbul. Now the city also has a burgeoning alternative nightlife, and a new brand of indie music