Hagia Sophia

The overlapping of different beliefs over the centuries.

A stunning first day of wandering in Istanbul. The city is flooded by tourists and tulips. A visit to the Archaeological Museum, a sample of a mouth-watering dessert: Aşure (Noah’s Ark Pudding: it’s made with wheat, legumes, nuts and dried fruits. It's believed to be one of the oldest desserts in the world).
Then a nice stroll in the Gülhane Park that is a wonderful place just outside the Topkapi Palace and it is an example of the skills of Turkish gardeners. Stunning compositions made with flowers mainly tulips now and families having a very good time doing picnic. Herons nesting in the trees…