The Bosphorus and the Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge Under Heavy Fog
On April 6, 2024, a few friends and I went out for a cycling training session. The Bosphorus was under heavy fog, and it created a beautiful view. Here are the photos:
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Blossoms at the ITU Campus and the Maslak Skyline
Spring has already sprung in Istanbul, and the blossoms at the ITU (Istanbul Technical University) were beautiful. Here are some photos I took yesterday (April 5, 2024). Those blossoms enhance the contrast with the Maslak skyline, adding natural beauty to…
A 1956 Photo of Bosphorus
A 1956 photo of the Bosphorus. The photo was taken from the Anatolian side of Istanbul. The Bosphorus, boats, Dolmabahçe Palace, and Dolmabahçe Mosque can be seen in the photo.
A beautiful view of Bosphorus and the Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge
A beautiful view of the Bosphorus and the 2nd Bridge (Fatih Sultan Mehmet Bridge). I took this photo on December 3, 2023, from Yıldız Technical University Social Facilities, near Rumelihisarı castle.
A view of Bosphorus and Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge
A view of Bosphorus and Yavuz Sultan Selim Bridge in the distance (also known as the 3rd bridge). I took this photo on May 27, 2021.
A photo of Belgrade Forest, İstanbul under snow
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Belgrade Forest, a serene and lush oasis on the outskirts of Istanbul, transforms into a winter wonderland under the spell of snow. This photo that I took back on January 18, 2021, captures this transformation. It showcases the forest’s hilltops…
The point where the Bosphorus meets the Black Sea
This is the point where the Bosphorus meets the Black Sea. I took this photo back on May 12, 2020, while cycling during the lockdown.
Uzunya Beach in November
A photo of Uzunya Beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in İstanbul, near the Black Sea. I took this photo back on November 26, 2017, while cycling through the Black Sea shore.
A beautiful view of Bosphorus
A beautiful view of Bosphorus, from the lower slopes of Havantepe. I took this photo back on November 25, 2017, while cycling. Havantepe is located near Bosphorus, in the Sarıyer district.
Spring Has Sprung in Istanbul
As the winter chill begins to fade away, the vibrant and bustling city of Istanbul is coming to life once again. Spring is a magical time of year in this ancient city, where the scent of blooming flowers fills the…
Valide Dam in Belgrade Forest
Valide Dam (Valide Bendi) in Belgrade Forest, İstanbul. I took the video and the photo on February 18, 2023.
A beautiful street view at night at the ITU. January 25, 2023
A beautiful street view on a cold winter night at the Istanbul Technical University (ITU). The wet road reflects the streetlights and creates a beautiful, romantic scene. I took this photo on January 25, 2023.