What experiences should not be missed in Istanbul, Turkey?

What experiences should not be missed in Istanbul, Turkey?

Turkish writer Orhan Pamuk repeatedly talked about the decline of the Ottoman Empire, the decline of Istanbul and the collective gloomy mood of the people in this city in "Istanbul, the Sorrow of a City". When I came here with this impression, I saw roaring electric cars, lazy and cute cats, and leisurely seagulls. There are also extremely grand mosques, artistic graffiti on the streets, and old men fishing leisurely on the undersea tunnel.

The streets and alleys of Istanbul are full of indescribable charm. It combines the innocence of faith, worldly pleasure, the elegance of the old society and intelligent fashion, making people addicted and reluctant to leave. Perhaps an outside traveler cannot understand the deep-seated worries of local people, or perhaps this is all wishful thinking of a sensitive author. If you also long for this charming big city, what experiences should you not miss? 01 Go to the Blue Mosque to listen to the prayer

The sound of seagulls, the quiet blue sky and white clouds, the Blue Mosque on the right, and the Sea of ??Marmara on the left. Bathed in the sunshine, waves of cool sea breeze blow against your face, instantly refreshing. The domes rising layer by layer finally draw people's attention to the main dome in the middle, which is decorated with various bouquets composed of blue floor tiles. When I visited and inspected the mosque, I was shocked and felt like I was in a dream. 02 Traveling through the market corridors of the Bazaar

For many centuries to this day, the trade form of the Bazaar has been flourishing in southern Turkey, and it is more than just a market for travelers. Visitors come here to observe Turkish folk life and visit historical arcades, and they inevitably return with one or two special products. A variety of colorful artworks, porcelain blankets, costume jewelry and dried fruit desserts are gathered here. The facades are connected to the shops, and the corridors change like a maze, which is dazzling. 03 Experience the authentic Turkish bath

In the authentic Turkish bath, professional "Tanrak" massage technicians provide services to customers. After the customer takes a shower, he lies quietly on the "belly stone" while the massage technician with olive oil-coated hands pushes, holds, rubs, and presses his body to make the skin all over his body red and smooth his qi and blood, making him feel relaxed and extremely comfortable. Many Turks go to the shower room with plenty of food. After showering, they gather with friends and chat while eating. After a Turkish bath, it may take half a day or even a day to achieve the effect of complete relaxation of body and mind. 04 Taste the street flavors of Turkey

Here are olives and vegetables from the Aegean Sea coast, anchovies from the Black Sea, and a variety of ways to eat them combined with charcoal barbecue. In addition to the ubiquitous rotating charcoal barbecue, Adana skewers and Cappadocia kiln barbecue are also common. There are many main meals, not limited to Turkish pizza or minced meat pie, but for dessert don’t forget to try the white rice milk pudding that tourists are so impressed by. 05 Go boating on the Bosporus

The two parts of Istanbul, Europe and Asia, face each other across the Bosporus. There are multiple ferries every day from Eminonu Pier on the European side or from Asia. Set sail from Kadkoy Pier on the side. When we think about it, we are in Europe, and when we dock at the port, we are in Asia. Taking a ferry can transcend the boundaries between Europe and Asia, making the voyage of less than an hour full of unique tourist fun. Napoleon once said: If the world were our country, then his capital must be Istanbul.

Prosperity and poverty, collision and enthusiasm, in this world, there should be no place like Istanbul, which has gone through nearly 3,000 years of competition in politics, national defense, and religious beliefs, and instead has become a charming new city, bursting with different cultures. So wonderful. If you went to Istanbul, what would you most like to embody? Welcome to leave a message in the comment area for discussion.