Cumbas Collection

Istanbul, Turkey, Ottoman Empire - Entrance to Ayasofya
Istanbul, Turkey, Ottoman Empire - One of the entrances to the Ayasofya. Date: circa 1905

Thessaloniki, Greece - Rue Sabri Pacha. Date: 1901

Bulaq, Egypt - Old Houses with Jumbas
Bulaq (Boulaq, Boulaque, Boulac), now a district of Cairo, Egypt. A street scne with wonderful multi-level houses with jumbas. Date: circa 1905

Street in Mecca, Saudi Arabia Date: circa 1920s

Yemen - Hodeidah - Architectural Styles
Interesting Islamic architecture in evidence in the houses of Hodeidah (Hodeida), Yemen, with Ottoman Empire-influenced cumbas

Magnificent Wooden villas - banks of the Boshorus, Istanbul
A very fine real photographic postcard of a set of Magnificent Wooden waterfront and a ferry Station jetty villas - banks of the Boshorus, Istanbul - exact location (as yet) unknown (Yenikoy?)

Damascus, Syria - Street in the Arab Quarter Date: circa 1910s

Lima - Peru - Palacio Torre Tagle Date: circa 1930s

Turkey, Ankara - Backstreet view
Turkey, Ankara - Narrow backstreet view with cumbas

A street in Buyukdere, Istanbul, Turkey. Old traditional Ottoman houses at the end of the Sultunate. The upper rooms overhanging the street are called Cumbas

Constantinople - Street scene with cumbas
Street scene in Istanbul with cumbas

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"Cumbas: A Journey Through Time and Culture" Step into the enchanting world of Cumbas, where ancient cities and vibrant streets come alive with history. From Aleppo, Syria's al-Safahiyeh Mosque to the bustling street scene in Istanbul's Ottoman Empire, each corner unveils a captivating story. As you wander through Istanbul's banks of the Bosphorus, be awestruck by the magnificent wooden villas that stand as timeless witnesses to a glorious past. The entrance to Ayasofya beckons you further into this tapestry of cultures. Damascus' Arab Quarter entices with its lively streets, offering glimpses into daily life amidst architectural wonders. Meanwhile, Thessaloniki's Rue Sabri Pacha invites exploration through its charming Turkish quarter - an ode to shared histories. In Bulaq, Egypt, old houses adorned with jumbas whisper tales of a bygone era. And on the streets of Mecca in Saudi Arabia, spirituality intertwines seamlessly with urban life as pilgrims embark on their sacred journeys. Thessaloniki's Old Turkish Quarter paints another vivid picture - a street scene filled with nostalgia and cultural fusion. Lima in Peru boasts Palacio Torre Tagle; its grandeur echoing stories from different epochs repeated within its walls. Finally, immerse yourself in Cairo's bustling streetscape where modernity meets tradition - an ever-evolving cityscape that encapsulates Egypt’s rich heritage. Cumbas is more than just physical locations; it represents a celebration of diversity and unity across continents and centuries. Join us on this extraordinary journey through time and culture – let Cumbas ignite your imagination.