Istanbul: Final mosque shot

You can't beat the view from the top of the hotel; but I'm not being paid by the hotel so you'll have to check them out on the web for those with a similar view. (Photo by G. A. Volb)

Istanbul:Wild Art

Sights along the Bosphorous Sea. Turks are patriotic, with large flags dotting the landscape. (Photo by G. A. Volb)

Nightlife in the Sultanhamet district. The Blue Mosque visible in the background. (Photo by G. A. Volb)

Boats tied up on an island 90 minutes south of Istanbul by ferry. (Photo by G. A. Volb)

Fishing, as you may have guessed, is a major industry. (Photo by G. A. Volb)

Historical images can be found throughout the city. (Photo by G. A. Volb)

The Blue Mosque during the day. (Photo by G. A. Volb)

Yes, cotton candy has made its way to Istanbul. (Photo by G. A. Volb)