#cemberlitas hamam

[ukdamo]

Today's Flickr photo with the most hits: the gobek tasi (belly stone) of the Cemberlitas Hamam, Istanbul. It's not my photo - but I've visited the hamam, and been scrubbed on it! Cinema buffs might it.

[thetigarchives]

THE TIG ARCHIVES│TRAVEL│48 HOURS IN ISTANBUL

“There have been some lofty travel goals set in my wanderlust-filled life, but 48 hours in Istanbul was perhaps the most ambitious. It’s Istanbul, after all, with its grand bazaar, over 3,000 mosques to explore, rugs to strategically schlep back home, baklava to devour, culture-filled neighborhoods, the requisite hammam you simply must try, and oh yeah – that big ol Bosphorus. Case in point: there’s a lot to squeeze in.

Equal parts invigorating and dizzying, 48 hours in Istanbul is, indeed, an undertaking. Rest assured, your head will be spinning with (Turkish) delight once back on the plane, but undoubtedly, it’s worth every singular moment.

Check into the newly designed Soho House Istanbul tucked into the Beyoglu district. With 87 rooms, two rooftop pools overlooking the Bosphorus, and rooms that boast Turkish tiled floors and rainforest showers, it’s the perfect (and most stunning) place to rest your head. Have the hotel arrange a tour for you to check out the Grand Bazaar with the ever lovely host, Aysem Erginoglu. She speaks fluent English, Turkish, and German and will prove to be your trusted tour guide as she whisks you from the ritual of rug shopping (apple tea & five dedicated employees), through the nooks and crannies of the very overwhelming bazaar. Pick up one up a rug from Dhoku at a fraction of the cost; they sell to ABC Home in NY as well as Anthropologie. Well, well, well…you little product sourcer, you.

Venture to the spice market where you’ll have sensory overload and then tuck into a cup of Turkish coffee at Kurukahveci Mehment Efendi, where you’ll be able to swing some home for your very lucky friends. With your buzzy energy boost, you’ll be well on your way to take in some legendary sites. You can’t come to Istanbul and not see Hagia Sophia, which will certainly be on your top five list. So rich in history (think doors apparently made of wood from Noah’s Ark), this architectural masterpiece is quite near to the Blue Mosque so you can ensure you make it to both Istanbul standouts.

Have lunch at Kiyi, a beloved seafood restaurant that has maintained its menu since the 1960s because if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. A quick stop at world renowned Gulluoglu for the best baklava you’ve ever tasted and then back to the hotel just in time for sundowners overlooking the Bosphorus. Take it easy and have dinner at Mandolin tucked into the hotel and offering mezze plates and local wines, or dine around the corner for traditional kebab at Camim Cigerim where plates of meats, herbs, and flat bread are dolled out to your table like clockwork.

Wake up and have breakfast at Namli Gurme, a colorful deli/restaurant where you can sample over 70 types of cheeses and endless honeys. Perfect for some light pecking before heading to the absolutely necessary Hamam experience. You can go old school and classic (albeit touristy) at Cemberlitas Hamam, which is the city’s most famous, or be a non traditionalist and go for a more Ottoman chic at Kilic Ali Pasa Hamam. The latter is housed in celebrated architect Mimar Sinan’s final structure from the 16th century.

Stroll to Peche de Malle to snag some hostess gift approved tea towels and beach blankets, and to neighboring Hic, where the cools kids are finding their tchotchkes for the home. You’ll be close to the antique district, so you may as well mosey through there for any last minute finds. You’ll be tuckered out, so have some Turkish tea back at the hotel, and rest up. Last night of dinner should likely be Karakoy Lokantasi, where you will need the concierge to help you get a table. Chic and brand spanking new, it’s the hot spot for good reason. The team at Soho House says to order the Midye Dolma (stuffed mussels with garlic sauce). Per usual, they are right.” - Meghan Markle, April 2015

[kianjavidan]

مقصد و فعالیتهای برتر

مقصد و فعالیتهای برتر

    دیوارهای تئودوزیان. دیوارهای تئودوسیان که برای اولین بار در 1600 سال پیش ساخته شد ، نام خود را از تئودوسیوس دوم ، امپراتور امپراتوری روم شرقی گرفتند. دیوارهایی که استانبول را در برابر محاصره های مختلف محافظت کرده اند هنوز در شکل عالی قرار دارند و داستان تاریخ متنوع این شهر را بازگو می کنند.     بازدید از همام. یک مکان با اهمیت فرهنگی به اندازه مکانی برای استراحت ، حمام ترکی هر محله مکانی جذاب برای بازدید است. از مشهورترین آن ها مانند Kılıç Ali Paşa hamam یا Cemberlitas hamam دیدن کنید ، مکانهایی که به دلیل هدف اصلی آنها به همان زیبایی زیبایی معماری مشهور هستند.     بازار بزرگ این ممکن است عبارتی بیش از حد باشد ، اما بازدید از استانبول بدون داشتن بازار شگفت انگیز آن حداقل یک بار کاوش کامل نیست. صنایع دستی ، پارچه ها و فرش های شگفت انگیز را مشاهده کنید ، معاملات ادویه را چانه بزنید و از اهمیت تاریخی بزرگ آن در یکی از قدیمی ترین و بزرگترین بازارهای جهان شرق مطلع شوید.

 اجاره خودرو در استانبول

[turkeytoursbylocalguides-blog]

Explore the Fun Side of Istanbul with a Reliable Tour Guide

Indeed, Istanbul is filled with cultural and historical sites like the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and much more but there are other fun things to do as well! One needs to try out everything that the beautiful Istanbul offers! Let’s find out what Istanbul has beyond the cultural heritages!

Basilica Cistern:

An underground cistern locally known as Yerebatan Sarayi (Sunken Palace) also as Yerebatan Sarnici (Sunken Cistern) was once the main water reservoir of Constantinople built in the sixth century. It is filled with centuries old columns. The ambience inside is dimmed orange shades where you need to walk over the wooden planks to get around. You can see Koi fish swimming in the standing water, and there are two mysterious statues with the head of Medusa and you can also hear the drips echoing creating a scary movie atmosphere. Isn’t it a mysteriously fun place to make a visit!

Real Hammam:

Taking a bath in any of the real hammams (Turkish Baths) in Istanbul is a must! As the ones at the hotels are made for westerners that are not a real deal! Real hammams are a part of the Turkish tradition since thousands of years and served as a place to cleanse as well as to socialize. Most hammams are separated gender wise. Traditionally, the Turkish baths followed a three step process i.e. a sauna and steam followed with a full body wash and finished off with a massage. Kilic Ali Pasa Hamam, Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami, Cemberlitas Hamami are few of the currently used hammams.

Other fun activities include exploring the Asian side, taking a ferry passing Topkapi Palace, the Bosphorus Bridge, other castles and palaces, and more.

Conclusion:

Istanbul is a place full of cultural as well as fun activities but to enjoy and explore the city to the fullest hiring a knowledgeable and reliable Istanbul tour guide is mandatory who can make you acquainted with the culture and tradition of the place really well and hence making your trip an exciting one. Turkey Tours by Local Guides aim to provide you the best touring experience in Istanbul. Please feel free to stay connected with us on Facebook, Twitter and Google+ social networks!

[eddiearsyad]

Turkish Baths Experience at Cemberlitas Hamam, one of the most well-preserved hamams in Istanbul, and experience the old-age tradition of a Turkish bath. The scrub, foam, the massage. #cemberlitashamami #turkishbath (at Çemberlitaş Hamamı) https://www.instagram.com/p/BqPz7A4galI/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17aydmsygaemu

[citipiti]

Miran Hotel, Istanbul

Das Miran Hotel liegt im Stadtteil Sultanahmet, nur 150 m von der Straßenbahnhaltestelle Cemberlitas und 250 m vom historischen Cemberlitas Hamam entfernt. Das Hotel verfügt über eine 24-Stunden-Rezeption und Zimmer mit modernen Annehmlichkeiten.

Die elegant eingerichteten Zimmer im Miran Hotel sind mit einem Flachbild-TV, einer Klimaanlage, einem Wasserkocher und einer Minibar ausgestattet. WLAN nutzen Sie auf den Zimmern kostenfrei.

Jeden Morgen bietet das Hotel ein reichhaltiges, offenes Frühstücksbuffet. Zimmerservice wird ebenfalls angeboten.

Das Miran Hotel liegt nur 500 m von der Blauen Moschee und 750 m von der Hagia Sophia entfernt. Vom Flughafen Atatürk trennen Sie 16 km.

- http://www.istanbulflughafentaxi.de/2480-miran-hotel-istanbul-flughafen-transfer.html

[juliatravelsplaces]

Starting the New Year Off Right - At a Turkish Bath

Happy New Year! 

After an… interesting evening out in Nisantasi, this morning I spent my first day of the new year in a Hamam, a traditional Turkish bath (at the famous Çemberlitas Hamam). I went with some well-seasoned Turkish bathers who knew what to do, whereas I was fairly useless having only been to a Turkish bath once before, as a 12 year old. At the time I was traumatized by all the nude adult female bodies, but at this point in my life I enjoyed the sisterhood of it all. I got scrubbed down by a large-chested Turkish woman, laid on a hot stone for a while, stayed in the jacuzzi too long and nearly fainted from dehydration, and doused myself in freezing water. A good time was had by all. 

After an afternoon of sweating, it was high time to chow down. We went to Sultanahmet Koftecisi, which is famous for its generations-old kofte recipe.  It was delicious, which shocked me given its prime location of literally across the street from the Blue Mosque. We treated ourselves to some baklava and çay, which Raika remarked might be my last baklava in Turkey (!!).

I assured her it wouldn't. 

[ukdamo]

Today’s Flickr photo with the most hits is this image of the Cemberlitas Hamam in Istanbul, Turkey. I visited the 16th CE bath house on one of my trips to the city. The photo itself is not one of mine - it’s a webpic but shows the great ‘bellystone’ (göbek taşı) in the male section of the bath house. Fantastic experience. 

[citipiti]

Feyza Apart, Istanbul

Im Feyza Apart wohnen Sie in zentraler Lage in Sultanahmet, nur 400 m von der Straßenbahnhaltestelle Cemberlitas und dem historischen Hamam Cemberlitas entfernt. Die Unterkunft empfängt Sie mit einer Terrasse mit weitem Blick auf das Marmarameer und komplett ausgestatteten Apartments.

Die Apartments bieten ein Schlafzimmer, ein Wohnzimmer und ein Bad. Alle verfügen über eine Klimaanlage, einen LCD-TV und kostenfreies WLAN. Einige Apartment sind zudem mit einer eigenen Küche ausgestattet.

Das Feyza Apart bietet Ihnen morgens einen Frühstücksservice. Zahlreiche Restaurants mit türkischer und internationaler Küche sind bequem zu Fuß erreichbar.

Die Blaue Moschee und der Große Basar sind nur einen 8-minütigen Spaziergang von der Unterkunft entfernt. Die Hagia Sophia und den Topkapi-Palast erreichen Sie nach 10 Minuten zu Fuß. Der Flughafen Atatürk befindet sich in 17 km Entfernung.

- http://www.istanbulflughafentaxi.de/581-feyza-apart-istanbul-flughafen-transfer.html

[citipiti]

Konut Wooden House, Istanbul

Nur 250 m von der Blauen Moschee und 500 m von der Hagia Sophia entfernt begrüßt Sie das Konut Wooden House im Herzen des historischen Stadtteils Sultanahmet. Dieses Hotel bietet Ihnen schallisolierte Zimmer mit Klimaanlage und kostenfreiem WLAN.

Freuen Sie sich auf Ihr beheiztes Zimmer mit LCD-Sat-TV. Im Badezimmer erwarten Sie eine Dusche, ein Haartrockner und ein WC.

Das Frühstücksbuffet steht morgens im Garten des Konut Wooden House bereit. Sie können auch die zahlreichen Restaurants und Cafés in Sultanahmet besuchen und dort die türkische Küche genießen.

In 10 Minuten erreichen Sie zu Fuß den Topkapi-Palast. Der Große Basar und das historische Cemberlitas Hamam liegen 1 km entfernt. Zum Atatürk-Flughafen fahren Sie 18 km.

- http://www.istanbulflughafentaxi.de/3106-konut-wooden-house-istanbul-flughafen-transfer.html