Morning Lecture:
Sights:
Chora Museum
This place was a trip as there were gorgeous mosaics that had some different versions of the story of Jesus and Mary. For instance, there were mosaics of Joseph's older son from a previous marriage. Images of Mary almost child-like as she marries Joseph. And, an image of Mary on her death bed with Jesus holding a baby above her - Mary's reincarnated spirit? Whoah!
Eyup: 'City of Holiness' to Muslims; Abu Ayyub al-Ansari's bones at the site- close follower of Prophet Muhammad- now an Islamic pilgrimage site; also site where the Sword of Osman is given to the new Ottoman sultan. Not to mention, that young boys about to be circumcised are dressed up in costume, go to some mosque or other holy place to take photos, and then get the deed done followed by a big party with presents. Terrifying, excited, and traumatizing all in one day!
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| View of the Golden Horn |
Followed by tea over-looking the Golden Horn.
Fun night out in Taksim Square with Rob, Jason, Regina, Emre, and Allison!
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