Istanbul Marathon - London to Istanbul on a Recumbent Tandem - CycleBlaze

November 15, 2012

Istanbul Marathon

Yeah Barry!
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While watching the runners, we met this couple from Bordeaux. We envied their proximity to Turkey as they were here on a w/e vsit.
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This group of wheelchair athltetes and their supporters received enthusiastic cheers from the crowd.
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Imagine pushing a wheelchair over cobbles.
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In true Turkish style, the animals roam free.
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Love those ears.
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The dog seemed worn out by his efforts.
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This fellow inspired many runners to keep going. He was positioned along a hill a few hundred metres before the finish line.
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The dogs in Istanbul (unlike the cats) are rarely the centre of attention -they seemed to enjoy the excitement of the marathon.
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The puppy needed rescuing as it stood transfixed in the middle of the route.
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Visiting New Mosque.
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On the steps of the New Mosque - cats in Istanbul seek out human company.
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Blissed out on a sleepy, sunny Saturday in Istanbul.
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Lovely cats.
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Inside the New Mosque - a serene and beautiful space.
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The tiled domes in the mosque - it is always a challenge to capture the beauty and vast space of the interior.
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One of the courtyards and areas to cleanse at the New Mosque.
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Performing ablutions before entering the mosque.
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One of the microphoned minarets which broadcasts the call to prayer. In the past, the caller would climb the minaret.
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