Here are more photos of Istanbul. These photos are of the Sophia church/mosque. It was built over 1500 years ago and began as a church, became a mosque in the 1400's and since 1923 has been a museum open to everyone.

Istanbul skyline, port, Blue Mosque and the tram line build in 1890's.

Pictures of a day trip to the Asian side of the city

Photos of a tour near Topkapi Palace

More pictures of Topkapi Palace, home of the Sultan for 400 years

Photos of scenes near Topkapi Palace in the Golden Horn area of Istanbul

Lastly, here are some locals taken in the Golden Horn section of the city