We went to our regional conference to meet our colleagues, but mainly to see Istanbul. Highlights included visiting the Sultan's Palace and the Blue Mosque, having a Turkish Bath, and haggling for a Turkish carpet. (I think I got a great deal!)
The entrance to the Grand Bazaar, built in 1494.
Brett and Devon salute the Turkish flag.
"Come see my rugs, my friends! Beautiful baby! I give you a special
price!"
After two years of bland Polish grub, we went crazy in the Spice
Market.
We stopped in to see a courtyard, and Devon made friends with some
Turks.
They took us in and gave Devon some chocolate dipped in tea.
Talk about spoiled! Devon had a Turkish Bath.
The mosques were lit up and stunning at night.
Speaking of nightlife, the belly dancing was entertaining.
Devon said,"Can't we find some good, wholesome, FAMILY
entertainment?!?"
So we took him across the Bosophorous to Asian side of Istanbul.
Muslim men washing their feet before entering the Blue Mosque.
After a few dips in the heated pool Dev became accustomed to
luxury.
Well Devon, you'd better get ready for colder waters this summer!