Istanbul

​Istanbul is a rich culture, warm in hospitality, and unforgettable in flavor.
On our first night we went on a food tour some of the specialities we tried were,
Kokoreç: Spiced, grilled lamb intestines served in warm bread, delicious 😋
​Midye Dolma: Mussels stuffed with spiced rice and finished with a squeeze of fresh lemon. Doner kebab and of course baklava and Turkish tea, but my favourite was the fish kebab, Balık ekmek.
On our second night we followed the crowd and went to a traditional çiğ köfte restaurant which to my surprise served raw minced meat hand kneaded with bulgur, spices, and herbs it was surprisingly delicious and a memorable experience.
Galata Tower
​Up the the hill from our accommodation we climbed the iconic Galata Tower for panoramic views over the skyline, the Bosphorus, and Goldern Horn rivers. Watching the ferries crisscross the water below was a great way to see the sheer scale of this metropolis.
20000 steps and we just skimmed the surface of old town We have 2 more nights in Istanbul in a week or so to do some more exploring 😀.Read more