Turkey

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: New hotel opened 25 June 2013, friendly staff, nice rooms, over looks the golden horn, and only 15 minutes walk to Istiklal street

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: One of the best malls in Istanbul, especially for high brand shopping

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: Great place to kick back with a nice turkish coffee and a book

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: Massive shopping complex, you need a whole day to just try and cover it all

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: A famous local cafe with a great view of the Bosphorus. One of the places popular with the locals so you don't feel very tourist like

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: Amazing view, great sushi and international cuisine. Book ahead especially on weekends it gets packed

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: No one knows good English but very helpful. Try the shisha with the fruit on top, it's their signature

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: The posh mall of Istanbul. All the big brands are here

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: The rice pudding is to due for

Ahmed Darwish تختخ باشا: Over priced, small portions, taste not that much. Basically you're paying for the atmosphere