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Tourist Guide Istanbul

Istanbul is one of the most mystic and at the same time romantic cities in the world. Its history tracks back from the Byzantine Empire, where it was its capital city under the name Constantinople, to its privilege place at the head of the Ottoman Empire. In this unique city, where the European and Asian continents meet, an unparallel mix of eastern and western civilization is ever-present. Straddling the fantastic Bosphorus, its minarets, mosques, bazaars and domes will travel you back to the era of sultans, crusaders and Pashas. Today Istanbul is the cultural heart of Turkey and its main economic center. Known for its spectacular sites such as the Blue Mosque, Aya Sofia, Topkapi Palace (the residence of the Sultan and his family) and Dolmabace Palace (residence of Mustafa Kemal Ataturk), Istanbul offers outstanding traditional Turkish experiences. Start your day from the area of Sultanahmet, where the two main sights of Istanbul, namely Aya Sofya and Blue Mosque prevail. It is truly a unique location with Blue Mosque behind one shoulder, Aya Sofya behind the other and a great green park in between. From there you should walk along the ancient Roman road to enter the famous Grand Bazaar, a covered market full of small shops with traditional products, souvenirs and local handicrafts. The end of the Grand Bazaar will bring you to the spectacular Golden Horn, where a fantastic view with hundreds of local fishermen on the bridge will amaze you. If you don’t see it you can’t believe it. Later on, aim towards Beyoglu, the heart of modern Istanbul and home to a thriving arts scene, bars, and some of the best restaurants in the city.

Lifestyle Istanbul

After enjoying a comprehensive city tour, Istanbul’s animated nightlife offers thousands of options. The neighborhoods of Ortaköy and Kuruçeşme accommodate many nice bars and clubs, where you can also enjoy the Bosphorus view. Many rock, punk, jazz and techno music nightclubs can also be found in Istiklal Avenue and its side streets, on Kadife Street in Kadıköy. Last but not least, as the night ends you should dine at a tripe soup joint, locally known as işkembeci. Visit Istanbul all year long and stay in a tradition Istanbul hotel, as hotels in Istanbul are well known for their great services and warm hospitality. You will find all kinds of hotels in Istanbul that range from cheap hotels in Istanbul to family hotels and luxurious suites.

Transportation

Istanbul’s largest airport is Ataturk airport, with many international and domestic connections. Pertaining to the city transportation there are many options such as city buses, minibuses and taxis. Of course, you can always use Istanbul’s city ferries that offer easiest and most affordable way of traveling between the city’s two sides. Finally, should you want to travel around the city, it is recommended that you use the local trains and the suburban lines.