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Istanbul:City of Two Continents
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- Amazon Sales Rank: #149092 in Books
- Published on: 2008-09-01
- Original language: English
- Number of items: 1
- Binding: Hardcover
- 96 pages
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Synopsis
"Istanbul: City of Two Continents" showcases both the historical as well as the modern aspects of Istanbul, a fascinating capital of two past empires and the largest city in modern Turkey. The illustrations, artistically rendered using digital techniques, feature famous landmarks together with the lesser known but equally evocative areas of modern Istanbul. The historic centre of Istanbul is an overwhelming record of Byzantine, Ottoman and republican history; of incomparable religious buildings, fine secular architecture, and bustling commerce.To the north, across the fabled Golden Horn, fashion centres, high-rise buildings and the latest in shopping malls cater to a thriving economy. To the east lies the Bosphorus. Lined with enchanting waterfront houses, palaces and castles, this bustling waterway joins the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara, and forms the boundary between Europe and Asia. On the Asian shore, which houses one-third of the city's population in ever-spreading suburbs, the historic co-mingles with fine stores, lively cafes and tranquil marinas.
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Istanbul, The City of Two Continents
John Cleave has truly captured the magic and the fascination Istanbul stirs in the minds and souls of those who know it well and appreciate its mesmerising effect on the discerning connossieur. The volume is rich and diverse in the choice of its subjects, avoiding the well rehearsed cliches and not limiting its remit only to mosques and palaces but going deep into its recent history and highliting its artchitectural treasures. There are here some gems, not known even to some seasoned Istanbulites!ST
Istanbul, City of Two Continents
Istanbul is an amazing volume!
The artistic beauty of the illustration captures so well, the vibrant, past and present, of this wonderful city. It urges one to book a ticket and go to visit this fabulous place.
Full marks John Cleave
