Istanbul Travel Information

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   Istanbul Travel Information

Istanbul is a captivating Turkish city and is the only city in the world that has a foot in two continents. The old part of the city is situated in Southern Europe while its more modern sections are located close to Asia. Tourists visiting Istanbul are fascinated by its unique culture, which is a blend of ancient and modern architecture, ultra-modern downtown area, many ancient temples, impressive collections of traditional Turkey art, thriving nightlife, trendy shops, amazing markets and a delicious food scene. You can visit Byzantine ruins, lively bazaars, palaces, mosques and spend the day in a hammams (a marble communal bath house). If you are interested in driving to the coast, there are many cute beach towns that are fun to visit, especially during the hot days of summer.

   Top Things To Do In Istanbul

Istanbul is the most modern city of Turkey. The bulk of the historic sights are on the European side of the city, which is divided by the Golden Horn.The center of the Old City, now known as Sultanahmet is where the main sights are clustered: Haghia Sophia, the Sultanahmet Mosque (Blue Mosque), Topkapi Palace, and the Grand Bazaar. Istanbul has some wonderful restaurants where you can taste delicious Turkish cuisine. No matter what your budget, you can find great restaurants located along the Bosphorus. You can also find tea gardens and a few nightclubs in the Ortakoy district. A trip to Istanbul would not be complete without taking a boat ride and spending a few hours cruising down the Bosphorus Straits and marveling at the lavish Dolmabahce Palace. This is one of the most beautiful stretches of scenery in Istanbul. Take a ferry out to the popular Prince Island. A picturesque beach town speckled in traditional Ottoman houses, and gorgeous beaches, perfect for sunbathing and swimming.