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Article: Introduction

One look at a map will tell you almost everything you need to know about Istanbul.

It is the crossroads between Asia and Europe, has been the center of two major empires, and is, today, a major outpost of Islam, balanced with a secularist government intent on joining the rest of Europe.

Istanbul - Crossroads of the WorldBlue Mosque at Dusk

Article: Arrival, Grand Bazaar, Shoreline Reflections

We arrive in a musty old hotel on the south side of the old town peninsula, after a hair-raising taxi ride.

First order of business is the Grand Bazaar - a place like no other. Thousands of shops and stalls and aggressive hawkers inviting you to "come and see".

We have lunch with a contact of Alan's and then return to the Grand Bazaar, finishing the evening along the shoreline.

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Article: More to Come!

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