In the Haze of an Istanbul Mist

The February mist may blur the domes and minarets, but the views from the Topkapi Palace are undeniable stunning.

Copyright Debbie Smyth, 6 April 2015

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Gattina says:

April 7, 2015 at 15:37

I have seen Istanbul in sunshine, it’s such a beautiful city !

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  April 8, 2015 at 00:43
  
  I’m hoping to in a couple of weeks 🙂
  
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yprior1 says:

April 6, 2015 at 22:53

there are like 4 layers here Debbie – fantastic

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Eagle-Eyed Editor says:

April 6, 2015 at 22:02

Impressive. I love the evocative feel that the morning mist brings.

P.S. Istanbul? Not Constantinople? 😉

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Raewyn's Photos says:

April 6, 2015 at 21:06

Lovely photo Debbie

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sustainabilitea says:

April 6, 2015 at 20:53

Lovely shot!

janet

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Birgit says:

April 6, 2015 at 19:46

This is a stunning photo

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whichwaynow101 says:

April 6, 2015 at 16:50

Bad weather can work sometimes! Lovely photo.

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MS says:

April 6, 2015 at 15:27

I love the foreground…, magnificent photo

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robert20359 says:

April 6, 2015 at 14:07

Great picture.

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