Istanbul has always been an exotic blend of East and West, since as far back as when they called it Constantinople, and that distinctly Eurasian cultural flavor can be heard in the city’s music. Western music was brought to Turkey in the 1600s and by the early 20th century, “the Turkish Five” had established Turkey as a viable center of modern ... Read More »
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The Local Orient: Istanbul, Turkey
Bridging Europe and Asia, Istanbul represents everything from the glamour of the Orient Express to the chaos of the Grand Bazaar, with a lot of history and mythology in between. See why the seductive city is a favorite of the James Bond series with your Museyon Guide Pelin Turgut. About Your Guide: Pelin Turgut writes about Turkey for a variety ... Read More »