"Istanbul's Eyup district is haven of Islamic tradition
As a European Capital of Culture for 2010, Istanbul likes to show its modern, western side. But in the Eyup district, a holy site for Muslims, life is veiled in centuries of tradition.
It is afternoon in Eyup. The call of the muezzin rings out over the square in front of the mosque. Women in colorful headscarves lead their children by the hand as men with prayer beads amble towards the entrance to the mosque."
More:Istanbul's Eyup district is haven of Islamic tradition | Culture & Lifestyle | Deutsche Welle | 24.11.2010
