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Runes in Hagia Sophia - a Viking trace in Istanbul
Hidden inside Hagia Sophia, a Viking carved his name into the marble over 1,000 years ago. The story of Halvdan changes how we see Constantinople.
May 3
Turkish Odyssey: Beyond the Guidebook
Is Turkish Odyssey worth your time? This three-volume work goes far beyond the guidebook - connecting history, culture and geography across Turkey in a way most travel books don’t.
Apr 23
The Great Whale in the Bosphorus - the story of Porphyrios
A large sea creature troubled ships in the Bosphorus for years. The story, recorded by Procopius, is stranger - and more real - than it sounds.
Apr 20
A column hunt through Istanbul - 8 places worth stopping for
Explore 8 columns in Istanbul - from the Column of the Goths in Gülhane to the remains of Arcadius’ monument in Fatih. A personal walk through the city, with map and video.
Mar 24
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