Istanbul, Turkey - Sweet Waters of Asia Minor
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Istanbul, Turkey - Sweet Waters of Asia Minor
Istanbul, Turkey - Rowing on the Sweet Waters of Asia Minor Date: circa 1910
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© Mary Evans / Grenville Collins Postcard Collection
Bosphorus Brook Brooks Buyuk Constantinople Delta Deresi Fertile Goksu Grassy Heavenly Istanbul Kucuk Minor Rowing Shady Stream Sweet Waters Yali
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This enchanting photograph captures the serene beauty of Istanbul, Turkey, circa 1910, as seen through the tranquil waters of the Bosphorus. Known as the "Sweet Waters of Asia Minor," this historic waterway has been a vital trade route and cultural melting pot for centuries, connecting the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara and the Mediterranean. In the foreground, a traditional Turkish rowboat glides effortlessly along the sparkling surface, leaving a gentle ripple in its wake. The boat passes by the picturesque Kıbrıslı Yalı, a stunning mansion nestled along the banks of the Buyuk Goksu Deresi, or "Small, Heavenly Stream," which flows into the Bosphorus from the fertile and grassy delta region. The shady, tree-lined banks of the stream contrast beautifully with the warm, sunlit waters, creating a scene that is both idyllic and timeless. The lush vegetation and rolling hills in the background offer a glimpse into the rich history and natural beauty of this region, which has been shaped by the confluence of European and Asian cultures for millennia. Once known as Constantinople, Istanbul has been the capital city of several great empires, including the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires. Today, it is a vibrant and bustling metropolis, but this photograph invites us to pause and appreciate the sweet waters and the peaceful, pastoral scenes that have long defined this magical city on the European-Asian border.
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