February 23, 2014

Istanbul. June, 2007


One thing you quickly learn when visiting the monumental buildings and grounds in Istanbul: the Islamic architects knew the power of water to calm both visually and audibly. In reflecting pools. In gardens with ponds or slow-paced waterfalls. In fountains...like this one here, added centuries after the construction of Aya Sofia seen in the background.

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