Istanbul Parting Shots — Ben Nussbaumer

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Here's a collection of assorted photos from my time in Istanbul that didn't really fit in anywhere else.

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Dolmabahçe Palace was the home of the last sultans of the Ottoman Empire and was used as Atatürk's residence during his presidency.

Houses in Beşiktaş

Egyptian Consulate

This striking mansion is located along the Bosphorus between the the two bridges.

More info on it here.

Atatürk Banner

He's everywhere.

Boat on the Bosphorus

Palestine Rally

I stumbled across this rally as I wandered around Istanbul. There was a large police presence outside this park to keep order. It was interesting to watch for a little bit, but my inability to speak Turkish hampered my ability to understand the particulars of this. I think the presence of Palestinian flags betrayed the general sentiment of the crowd.