The 16/9 Towers, which are being constructed by Astay Real Estate group, affect the traditional silhouette of Istanbul, by rising high above historic Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque. August 21, 2014. Photo By Emrah Gurel
Mecidiye Mosque in Istanbul. February 18, 2008. Photo By Emrah Gurel
The Ottoman era Mecidiye mosque and the Bosporus bridge are illuminated in Istanbul, Turkey, late Wednesday, Oct. 29, 2008, during a celebration to mark the 85th anniversary of the Turkish Republic. Photo By Emrah Gurel
The 16/9 Towers, which are being constructed by Astay Real Estate group, affect the traditional silhouette of Istanbul, by rising high above historic Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque. August 21, 2014. Photo By Emrah Gurel