February 12, 2011

May 10: Istanbul











In the square between the Blue Mosque and the Ayasofya.

May 10: Istanbul







Lovely little pagoda in the square near the Blue Mosque and Ayasofya.

May 10 in Istanbul







Scene on the Galata Bridge; fruiterie outside the Spice Bazaar, and blue eye on building facade.

May 10: Istanbul sailaway











Views of the old city, with the Blue Mosque and the Haghia Sophia.




May 10: Istanbul sailaway

The north side of the Golden Horn.

May 10: Leaving Istanbul

We watched our brave pilot jump from our ship to his boat; the view southwest, with ships chilling off the coast. We were sorry to leave Istanbul and hope to return someday for a longer stay.





May 10: Istanbul sailaway