Private Tour guide Dilek

28/03/2026

Today at the Sokullu Mehmet Pasha Mosque, seeing storks gliding across the sky without even flapping their wings made me feel that spring has arrived. The cemre has fallen, the equinox has passed, and spotting the storks in the air again filled me with so much joy.
Every March, many bird flocks pass through Istanbul as they migrate from Africa to Europe. Last year, and I went birdwatching with two guests from England — it was a wonderful day.
I imagine the birdwatching activities at Istanbul’s observation centers have probably started again. After a long winter, it feels like we’ve really missed the summer.

13/03/2026

A traditional metal lantern above me one of the many quite details that keep the Grand Bazaar’s history alive. They often take attention from European, South and North American guests something far from what they see in their everyday lives.
That’s the charm of the Grand Bazaar: every corner, every object carries a story. Grand Bazaar has unique, handcrafted pieces and authentic Turkish designs.

03/12/2025

25/07/2025

Earlier this week, I joined a tour with other guides to visit Yoros Castle in Beykoz. It was organized by the Istanbul Guides Chamber, and Beykoz Municipality invited us to enjoy this special day. This photo was taken during our visit with IRO, showing a beautiful view that made everyone smile.
Yoros Castle is a very old place, built in the time of the Byzantine Empire. It stands high on a hill where the Bosphorus meets the Black Sea. From the top, you can see amazing views all around.

Beykoz is quiet and green, with forests and sea views. It’s a great place to relax and get away from the busy city. I really hope to come back again soon.

16/02/2025

İstanbul is home to numerous art galleries, many of which are free or have a small entrance fee. This beautiful photography exhibition is currently on display at the art gallery inside the underground Metro in Taksim Square. The photograph, taken by Onur Kuter in Maslak, İstanbul, captures the essence of the city’s stories and moments. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to explore the artistic side of İstanbul! Şehir

06/12/2024

“When in Istanbul... you never know what adventures await! 😂 Had an unforgettable tour with these amazing young people from Spain. They decided to ‘pick up’ the tour guide—literally! Grateful for the laughter and unique experiences this city brings.

12/08/2024

when I am on a tour and need to visit a mosque, Most of the times I choose a dress or a skirt which is long enough to cover my knees and my sholders arms can be uncovered for whole day I always make sure to bring along a long, thin scarf to cover my hair, arms, and shoulders only to use for visiting a mosque. We cover ourselves with a long scarf big enough to cover sholders, hair and arms before the mosque and take it off at the exit of mosque visit # bluemosque

03/07/2024

Having a rest on beautiful Turkish Rug in a Rug store ̇stanbul

09/06/2024

Sevgili Anneciğim ve teyzeciğimle birlikte Topkapı Sarayı Haremi gezdik

05/05/2024

Hoşgeldin Hederlez. …Umut verir bize ilk yaz. Aya Yorgi yaklaştı ( Hızır İlyas )….

Tatiana MITIOGLO - HEDERLEZ | "DÜZ-AVA". (Gagauz Version) Product by Sanat Studiyası "KOLAY".

26/04/2024