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Interior of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul

Absolutely stunning and rich of detail!

A bit of background info: Hagia Sophia (Turkish: Ayasofya, from the Greek: Ἁγία Σοφία, "Holy Wisdom"; Latin: Sancta Sophia or Sancta Sapientia) is a former Orthodox patriarchal basilica, later a mosque, now a museum in Istanbul, Turkey. Famous in particular for its massive dome, it is considered the epitome of Byzantine architecture and to have "changed the history of architecture." It was the largest cathedral in the world for nearly a thousand years, until the completion of the Seville Cathedral in 1520. The current building was originally constructed as a church between 532 and 537 A.D. on the orders of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian.

Uploaded on Dec 7, 2009 | Map

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Koç University, Istanbul

During my trip to Istanbul, I also travelled to the Koç University campus, where I visited a friend who is currently studying there. Interesting! Still very busy at the moment but I'll try to stop by, now and then....

A bit more about this university: Koç University is a private, nonprofit institution, founded in 1993 and located in Istanbul, Turkey. The University is supported by the financial resources of the Vehbi Koç Foundation, set up by Vehbi Koç, a leading Turkish businessman, “to serve humanity by increasing the number of people who can be of service to the Turkish nation,” and is committed to the pursuit of excellence in both teaching and research.

In October 2000 Koç University moved to its permanent campus at Rumeli Feneri, Sarıyer, Istanbul located on a hill close to the city but far removed from the distractions of city life. It sprawls over a sixty-two acre site. The sixty buildings, academic and administrative - laboratories, library, dormitories, faculty residences, social and sports facilities are the product of a meticulous, integrated design. Drawing upon warm and natural materials, including stone, plaster, wood and clay roof tiles, the architecture is a blend of the historical style of İstanbul and the timeless characteristics of well-established academic institutions. (Thanks Wikipedia).

Uploaded on Nov 30, 2009 | Map

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Looking in the mirror

Emmen Zoo (Noorder Dierenpark), The Netherlands. Have a nice weekend!

Uploaded on Nov 27, 2009 | Map

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Rooftop view on Ribeira, Porto

Best seen large, many details. Very busy with studying at the moment, but had to post a new photo on Flickr. Taken during sunnier times -although a bit hazy- in lovely Porto, in size the second city of Portugal. Made it to Flickr Explore #300 on November 23rd 2009.

Uploaded on Nov 19, 2009 | Map

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Goodbye!

Last boat of the day, island of Texel, The Netherlands.

Uploaded on Nov 11, 2009 | Map

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Interior of Hagia Sophia, Istanbul

Koç University, Istanbul

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Rooftop view on Ribeira, Porto

Goodbye!

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