Go cold Turkey: A winter's visit to Istanbul, the intriguing, iconic city on two continents
By Ian Birrell
As arrived at our flat in the heart of Istanbul, big fat flakes of snow fell around us.
The medieval landmark of the Galata Tower looked magical, looming through swirling white clouds. An elderly man dragged a wooden cart up the steep street. He shouted for customers seeking a slug of salep, the sweet Turkish drink originally made from ground orchid roots.
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