I took this photo in Istanbul, where the intriguing contrast between old and new is evident. The Yeni Camii, or "New Mosque," is a prime example of this juxtaposition. Despite its name, it was completed in 1665, making it one of the last grand mosques commissioned by the Ottoman family. Construction began in 1597 under Safiye Sultan, wife of Sultan Murad III, and took an incredible 66 years to finish. Three architects were involved in the process: Davut Ağa, Dalgıç Ahmet Ağa, and Mustafa Ağa. The mosque was finally completed thanks to the contributions of Turhan Hatice Sultan, the mother of Sultan Mehmed IV, after a major fire in 1660 delayed its completion. In this scene, a corn vendor stands beneath the majestic domes of the mosque, selling roasted corn to passersby. The old and the new meet in this lively street scene, where a vendor’s cart contrasts with the centuries-old mosque towering behind it. The photo captures this unique blend of modern hustle and timeless Ottoman architecture, highlighting Istanbul’s ever-present link between the past and the present.