• Caferaga Medresesi - A 300-year-old Islamic school where the tour will commence while enjoying a cup of tea.
• Ahmet Hamdi TanpInar Edebiyat Muze Kutuphanesi - A visit to the Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar Library Museum offers an opportunity to delve into the literary heritage of this significant figure.
• Sirkeci Station - The elegance and rich history of the Orient Express have often inspired books, films, and television documentaries.

Agatha Christie’s “Murder on the Orient Express” (1934), one of her most renowned works, is set on the Simplon Orient Express. The narrative transports readers back to the 1930s when the Orient Express is halted by heavy snow.

A murder is uncovered, and Poirot’s journey home to London from the Middle East is interrupted to solve the mystery. The novel’s opening chapters are set primarily in Istanbul, while the remainder unfolds in Yugoslavia, with the train stranded between Vinkovci and Brod.

• Galata Koprusu - The Galata Bridge (Turkish: Galata Köprüsü, Turkish pronunciation: [ˈɡaɫata cœpɾyˈsy]) spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. Since the late 19th century, the bridge has been a prominent feature in Turkish literature, theater, poetry, and novels.
• Pera Palace Hotel - The esteemed crime writer Agatha Christie was a frequent guest at the Pera Palace Hotel, always staying in Room 411. It is rumored that this is where Christie penned her famous novel, “Murder on the Orient Express.” Today, Room 411 is known as the Agatha Christie Room, retaining its original antique furnishings and numerous items commemorating the late author.

As the location operates as a hotel, the room itself will not be accessible, but the tour will conclude with a drink at the hotel’s patisserie.

• Tea and coffee

• Lunch

Literature serves as a vital gateway to understanding any society. For those interested in delving deeper into Turkish society, exploring its literary works is a wonderful start.

1. Start your journey with a traditional Turkish tea at Caferağa Medresesi, a historic 300-year-old Islamic school.

2. Visit the Ahmet Hamdi Tanpınar Museum Library, dedicated to one of Turkey’s most esteemed authors, and immerse yourself in the rich history of Turkish literature.

3. Discover the enigma of Istanbul through the perspective of Agatha Christie by visiting iconic sites such as the Orient Express Train Station and the famous Pera Palace Hotel.

4. Walk across the Galata Bridge, enjoying the stunning views of Istanbul’s skyline and its unique position as a city that bridges two continents, Europe and Asia.

5. Participate in engaging discussions about Turkish literature, its cultural importance, and the timeless stories that have shaped the city’s literary heritage.

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