When I began this blog, I was stumped as to what to call it. Gates of Istanbul is actually a song by new age artist Loreena McKennitt. When I was in Istanbul last year I heard this song and it so beautifully captures the mysticism, mystery and wonder of the city for me, that it was befitting my blog.
Loreena McKennitt is a Canadian who's music is inspired by Celtic and Middle Eastern music, which can seem like an odd combination, though they are quite similar. Apparently, the Moors were responsible for introducing Arabic music to the Celts.
A little off topic, but I thought it was interesting to note!
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I love Istanbul... would love to go there one day. Heard it is beautiful :)
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