Istanbul is a very modern city that embraces its history. A moderate city that is proud of the minarets that populate its skyline. Friendly to foreigners and yet devoutly Turkish.
We found the Turks to be very friendly. Children especially are important in their culture. They speak to kids so that they feel heard, feel seen, and know they are important.
And above all of it is the beauty and opulence that came from this city being the centre of multiple empires. The crown jewel. Centre of the world.
