🇹🇷 Istanbul Diaries: Capturing My Best Life Photos in Turkey! 📸

One day, you too will stand in the "Capital of the World"—here’s how to make every shot count! 🌇 Day 1: Old City Highlights 1️⃣ Sirkeci Lokantası 1912 ☕ *10 AM = empty & photogenic!* 2️⃣ Archaeology Museum 🏛️ (15€) Skip if you’re not into ancient artifacts (we were lost 😅). 3️⃣ Hagia Sophia ⛪ Only 2nd floor open—still historic but not mind-blowing. 4️⃣ Seven Hills Rooftop 🏙️ Free photo spot (no purchase needed!), but scaffolding ruined our shots. 5️⃣ Blue Mosque 🕌 Closed during prayers—peek through windows (free but skippable). 6️⃣ Bosphorus Cruise ⛴️ (250₺) 8 PM ride = golden hour + city lights! Worth every penny. 🌊 Day 2: Insta-Worthy Spots 1️⃣ Arnavutköy 🌈 Colorful houses = MOST PHOTOGENIC STREET EVER! 2️⃣ Ortaköy Mosque 🕌 Backlit at noon, but edits can save it. Watch for foot-washing locals! 3️⃣ Galata Tower 🌆 (30€) Arrive by 6:30 PM to queue for sunset. *Stay till 9 PM for blue-hour magic!* 🍖 Day 3: Asian Side Gems Hot Döner 🥙: Best Turkish kebab rice bowl! Panda Bubble Tea 🐼: A taste of home by Henan locals! ⚠️ Honest Takeaways: Skip: Archaeology Museum if short on time. Prioritize: Arnavutköy + Galata Tower sunset. Pro Tip: Ferry > museum hopping for real Istanbul vibes. Next Stop: Fethiye! 🌊 #Istanbul #TurkeyTravel #SoloTravelAdventures