The UNESCO World Heritage listed Old Town of Cartagena is one of the most charming places to visit in Colombia. It sits behind Spanish defensive walls and is full of colorful colonial buildings.
The Wednesday Market (Çarşamba Pazarı) is one of the oldest and largest in Istanbul. It’s spread throughout the streets around the Fatih Mosque and in the Çarşamba neighborhood.
The historic city center of Bursa contains several points of interest outside the Grand Mosque and bazaars. I’ll go into detail on many of them in this post, covering the area between Bursa Castle and the Green Mosque.
The centerpiece of Edirne is the UNESCO World Heritage listed Selimiye Mosque (Selimiye Camii). Considered one of the most important architectural achievements in Islam, it can be seen from just about every vantage point in the city.
Jaffa is a lively area and one of the main attractions in Tel Aviv. Also known as Yafo or Joppa, it’s an ancient port city that was annexed by Tel Aviv on April 24, 1950.
The Jewish Quarter makes up the southeast quadrant of the UNESCO World Heritage listed Old City of Jerusalem. It’s home to a number of synagogues and museums.
The Grand Bazaar is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world. It’s located between Beyazıt Square and Çemberlitaş in Istanbul, Turkey.