Escape to Shape | Travel

Located on the Bosphorus Strait the magical Turkish city of Istanbul offers a taste of both worlds- the allure of Asia & the sophistication of Europe. From it’s past days as Constantinople to it’s modern day name of Istanbul this great city  is rich in both history and culture… and style! As a gateway between Europe and Asia, Istanbul embodies a unique blend of influences unlike any other place in the world. From Hamam’s (Turkish Baths) to shopping at the Grand Bazaar, Istanbul’s mystique is sure to capture your heart. Below are a few literature & film recommendations sure to transport you, even if only temporarily, to this great city.

Novels

Istanbul: Memories and the City by Orhan Pamuk

Savarona by J. Patrick Hart

The Towers of Trebizond by Rose  Macaulay

Ataturk: A Biography by Patrick Kinross

Memed, My Hawk by Yashar Kemal

Murder on the Orient Express by Agatha Christie

Films

Midnight Express

Murder on the Orient Express

From Russia with Love

Topkapi

Head On

And if you can think of any others please let us know!