One of our first stops when we vist Istanbul is the Aya Sofya. It was built in the early 500s and has endured.
The bare trees provide a different view of the church/mosque/museum.
March 18th was a beautiful day.
Northeast corner of the Blue Mosque
Patrica enjoying the sunshine and people in the courtyard of the Blue Mosque.
Courtyard of the Blue Mosque
Tulips originated in Turkey. There were fresh plantings of flowers all over.
Trees trimmed back for the winter
The Blue Mosque
The Southern side of the Blue Mosque from below street level
We visited the Spice Market.
Spring was springing.
Pretty blossoms.
There is always renovation going on.
more tulips
Blue Mosque
Ancient walls around Topkapi Palace.
Topkapi Palace grounds
Topkapi Palace grounds
Galata Tower from a road overpass