Kale Konak Cappadocia, Turkey – A Review By Punam Mohandas Cappadocia is famous for its hot air balloon rides and is the reason for most tourists to visit this tiny place up in the mountains of Turkey. However, not many visitors head there in the winter as the balloon rides are cancelled due to inclement…
Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami Istanbul – A Spa Review By Punam Mohandas The Ayasofya Hurrem Sultan Hamami is one of the most exclusive and luxurious hamamis in Istanbul, usually spoken of in reverential tones! Curious to see what the experience would be like, I booked myself an appointment for the Ab-i-Hayat, the most premium package…
Kilic Ali Pasa Hamami, Istanbul – A Spa Review By Punam Mohandas The Kilic Ali Pasa Hamami is one of the oldest hamamis in Istanbul and takes its name from Kilic Ali Pasa, one of the greatest admirals of the Ottoman empire. The edifice itself dates back to the 16th century (it was constructed between…