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THE SUBLIME AND THE HORRID
A politically incorrect blog about travel, diving, art, photography, food, books and other things that make life wonderful (or terrible). Cool photos, some bad videos and a lot of presumptuous and inconclusive words.
The Hagia Sophia Basilica in Istanbul (Turkey)
The Hagia Sophia Basilica in Istanbul: history, architecture, and visiting experience
The Introvert Traveler
5 days ago9 min read
The Basilica Cistern of Istanbul (Turkey): the ancient vestiges of subterranean Constantinople
The Basilica Cistern of Istanbul, the ancient vestiges of subterranean Constantinople: history, structure, and visitor experience
The Introvert Traveler
Jan 318 min read
Where (not) to eat street food in Istanbul: the balık ekmek stalls in Eminönü.
A Balık ekmek in Eminönü (Istanbul): a simple, popular fish sandwich, a lively atmosphere on the Golden Horn, and an authentic taste of everyday Istanbul.
The Introvert Traveler
Dec 27, 20252 min read
Street food in Istanbul: Güneş Kokoreç
Do you have the courage to eat kokoreç?
Because if you do, a whole new world will open up — so what will you choose?
Red pill or blue pill?
The Introvert Traveler
Dec 20, 20253 min read
Where to eat in Istanbul: Sultanahmet Köftecisi — the Lamb of God, butchered and cooked to perfection just steps from Hagia Sophia.
Eat like the locals in Istanbul: Sultanahmet Köftecisi — lamb morsels, meatballs, and nothing else.
The Introvert Traveler
Dec 17, 20253 min read
Topkapi Palace in Istanbul: Anatomy of an Empire
The Topkapi Palace in Istanbul: the splendor, wealth, and opulence of the Ottoman court, besieged by a monstrous serpent of tourists.
The Introvert Traveler
Nov 5, 20259 min read
IGA Lounge, Istanbul Airport: the model of perfection
The IGA Lounge Istanbul: a model of comfort and quality in a modern and efficient airport
The Introvert Traveler
Oct 1, 20252 min read
Street Photography in Istanbul (June 2025)
Street Photography in Istanbul
The Introvert Traveler
Jul 2, 20250 min read
Süleymaniye Hamam, turkish bath in Istanbul. The ultimate pleasure of the senses.
The Süleymaniye Hamam in Istanbul — not just a Turkish bath, but more accurately the antechamber of paradise.
The Introvert Traveler
Jun 26, 20256 min read
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