A Refreshing Ride on Al-Boraq  from Rabat Agdal to Tangier
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A Refreshing Ride on Al-Boraq from Rabat Agdal to Tangier

You’ve packed your travel pack for a trip on Al-Boraq, from Rabat to Tangier. Internet friends told you that Morocco is known for a wide-variety of adventures—whether its north, central, east, west or south. But you have not crossed large bodies of water solely for adventures. Your main reason—having traveled so far from your home…

Discover Istanbul’s Cihangir Neighborhood Relaxed Atmosphere
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Discover Istanbul’s Cihangir Neighborhood Relaxed Atmosphere

Istanbul has many districts; within each district there are neighborhoods. Today, you’re exploring a neighborhood called Cihangir in the Beyoğlu district. If you’re looking for a neighborhood in Istanbul without the buzz — Cihangir is for you. You’re taking a morning stroll, allowing your senses to immerse themselves into Cihangir. The time of your walk…

The Awe-Inspiring Captured Thoughts by Ibn al-Jawzi

The Awe-Inspiring Captured Thoughts by Ibn al-Jawzi

Introducing Captured Thoughts by Ibn al-Jawzi Captured Thoughts, the translate of a book written by Imam Ibn al-Jawzi — a Muslim scholar iconic in the 12th century. Captured Thoughts is the translated version, as the original text was written in Arabic—Saydul Khatir. The complete title is: “Captured Thoughts: A Collection of Thought-Provoking Gems, Persuasive Eye…

Beyazit State Library: Free Soup & Bone-Shivering Cold
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Beyazit State Library: Free Soup & Bone-Shivering Cold

There is no doubt regarding Istanbul’s rich, historical background. You’d expect to see flashbacks of history throughout the city. Today we explore one of these historical destinations as its role to Istanbul, Turkey slightly changed — Beyazit State Library. Beyazit State Library, also known as Ottoman Public Library, is the first national library of Ottoman….

Explore SALT Galata’s Rich Background
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Explore SALT Galata’s Rich Background

As the name reveals, SALT Galata is located near the Galata Tower. Its exact location is in the old headquarters of Ottoman Bank, the central bank of the Ottoman Empire. SALT Galata serves students in terms of studying, researchers for research, and tourists to explore. The majority who pass through the doors are students from…

The Grand Bazaar’s Dazzling Alleys
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The Grand Bazaar’s Dazzling Alleys

The Grand Bazaar is arguably the most popular touristic site in Istanbul. Only one can contest—Hagia Sophia, which some consider it the most touristic. And with Istanbul as the most popular city in Turkey, without debate, the Grand Bazaar ranks high in the most visited place in Turkey by tourists. What makes the Grand Bazaar…

Istiklal Street: Istanbul’s Festive Street
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Istiklal Street: Istanbul’s Festive Street

To analogize Istiklal Street for you, imagine a heart. It is made of four chambers, with blood circulating inside. Istiklal Street is one of those chambers and Istanbul is the entire human body. Now a question arises, what is the blood? Well, the blood are the tourists. They are the ones exploring—running through the body…

Istanbul’s Egyptian Bazaar: Mouthwatering Sweets & Strong Scented Teas
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Istanbul’s Egyptian Bazaar: Mouthwatering Sweets & Strong Scented Teas

Istanbul’s Egyptian Bazaar, also known as the Spice Bazaar, is in the Eminonu District of Istanbul, at the southern end of the Galata Bridge, near Eminonu’s ferry docks.  Egyptian Bazaar’s First Impression The Egyptian Bazaar has a few entrances; today you’re entering through the one that’s across from the New Mosque Istanbul. As expected from…