Gate for Visitors is certainly awe-inspiring |
Our next foray meant a trip beyond the confines of Sultanahmet. We set off on the tram, an easy trip across the Golden Horn, to visit the very popular Dolmabache Palace. It seemed that everyone else had the same idea – the ticket office queue was long & the guided tour waiting list endless. At least we made it in before the daily admittance limit had been reached. First stop was the Selamlik or ceremonial rooms. Our English-speaking guide was professional but fast – there would be no lingering on this tour. We were also not allowed to take photos inside, so it was good to see security staff on the ball, picking up mobile phone camera cheats.
Imperial Gate & queue for Selamlik |
The Gardens & Swan Fountain |
Exterior of St Saviour Church, Chora |
Anastasis Fresco |
Christ Pantocrator (Genealogy) |
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