Day one in Istanbul was absolutely fabulous. Turkey is a country with about 90% identifying as muslim. With plans to visit a few of the ancient city's religious sites, I dressed modestly in a long, black maxi from Anthropology. Around my purse, I carried a scarf, which was required in some sites we visited.
I don't remember everything I learned in Istanbul, but I will always remember the people we met, and the overall feeling of the city. Istanbul is such a beautiful mix of Middle Eastern tradition combined with European ideals. It is the best of both worlds.
