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Noisy Saturday Night – Ashura

Posted on August 6, 2022 by vanbraman

Tonight has been a little noisy. On my way to the grocery store tonight I noticed several large gatherings going on. There are several places north of town where outdoor events often take place. On my way home after sunset … Continue reading →

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Dolmabahce Palace Fountain

Posted on August 5, 2022 by vanbraman

Tonight I will share some pictures of a fountain at the Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul. Here is my ticket for entry into the Dolmabahce Sarayi (Palace) in Istanbul. I was with some members of our tour group that decided to … Continue reading →

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