Istanbul,Turkey
Istanbul is the most populous city in Turkey and stands as the country’s economic, cultural, and historic centre, uniquely positioned between Europe and Asia. The city’s Old City reflects the layered cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here, including the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman periods. Istanbul is rich in attractions, with magnificent palaces, world class museums, and iconic mosques and churches that highlight its religious and architectural diversity. Historic gardens and waterfront areas add moments of calm to the bustling city, while modern shopping malls and traditional bazaars offer an exciting mix of contemporary and timeless shopping experiences. With its blend of history, culture, faith, and everyday life, Istanbul is a city that feels endlessly fascinating and full of character.
Attractions
Hagia Sophia
Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Totapi Palace
Grand Bazar
Dolmabahce Palace
Bosphorus Bridge
Cruise the Bosphorous
Ortakoy
Taksim
Shopping & Dining
Hotels & Transfers
The Hotels we have stayed in Istanbul include:
- Radisson Blu Bosphorus Hotel, Istanbul
- Ortakoy Princess Hotel
- Point Hotel Barbaros
Transfers: Taxis and all are easily available. The public transportation system is very smooth with Metro, Train, Bus ..
Food & Restaurants
Dining experiences from this trip include:
Musafir Indian Restaurant (Taksim)
Dubb Indian Restaurant (Hagia Sophia area, 5-10 minutes walk)
Dining experiences included Turkish restaurants, fresh grilled fish, and flavourful local dishes.
The freshly grilled fish was especially enjoyable
Turkish ice cream was another experience not to be missed.
Useful Information
Country : Turkey
Currency : Turkish lira
Timezone : GMT +3 (Apr-Sep) and GMT +2 (Oct-Mar).
International Dial code : +90
Languages : Turkish
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