Travel Guide of İstanbul in Turkey by Influencers and Travelers

Istanbul University is a prominent Turkish university located in Istanbul. The main campus is adjacent to Beyazıt Square in Fatih, the capital district of the province, on the European side of the city.

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The Best Things to Do and Visit around İstanbul

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1 - Grand Bazaar

The Grand Bazaar in Istanbul is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world, with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops on a total area of 30,700 m², attracting between 250,000 and 400,000 visitors daily.

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2 - Hagia Sophia Museum

Hagia Sophia, officially the Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque and formerly the Church of Hagia Sophia, is a Late Antique place of worship in Istanbul.

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3 - Tours & Sightseeing | Istanbul Bosphorus Cruises

Dive headfirst into the intoxicating beauty of Istanbul with the Bosphorous Cruise Tour - a two-hour spectacle of stunning landscapes and cultural immersion! Perfect for both locals and first-time visitors, the mesmerizing allure of the Bosphorous and Golden Horn promises to reel in all. Be it morning, afternoon, or the magical sunset hour, each tour promises breathtaking vistas that are a feast for the eyes. Don't forget the camera – these are snapshots destined for the memory box! The tour isn't just a visual spectacle though. A knowledgeable guide unravels Istanbul's vibrant tapestry of rich history and culture, with each landmark adding a unique brushstroke to the city's enchanting canvas. From ancient wonders to modern marvels, the tour presents Istanbul in all its glory. Whether bonding with loved ones or making new friends, the tour is a wonderful platform for connection and shared memory-making. op aboard the most captivating, friendly, and fun-filled Tour in Istanbul!

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4 - Sultanahmet

Sultanahmet is a neighbourhood of Fatih, Istanbul, Turkey.

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5 - Cankurtaran

Cankurtaran is an indefinitely closed railway station on the Istanbul suburban, in Istanbul, Turkey. It is located in the neighborhood of Cankurtaran in the historic peninsula of İstanbul. The station is located on Şadırvan Street.

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6 - Morning | Istanbul Walks

Pull on your comfy shoes — it's a long trek through time on this 3-hour tour to the Roman Hippodrome, the majestic Blue Mosque, the German Fountain and the Grand Bazaar. Get the history, myths and legends surrounding each famous landmark from your guide. A must-do in Istanbul!

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7 - Sultan Ahmed Mosque

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8 - The Blue Mosque

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9 - Sightseeing | Istanbul

Discover the Basilica Cistern beneath the streets of Istanbul with a guided tour. Skip the long queues and wonder at the ancient site as you admire the architecture and Medusa heads.

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10 - Blue Mosque

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11 - Basilica Cistern

The Basilica Cistern, or Cisterna Basilica, is the largest of several hundred ancient cisterns that lie beneath the city of Istanbul, Turkey.

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12 - Evening | Istanbul Dinner Cruises

The Turkish can sing and dance like the best of 'em, and where better to let them wow you with their moves and vocal twists than on a boat as you cruise along the Bosphorus at sunset? This 4-hour cruise past some of Istanbul's most exciting sights is an easy and breezy way to enjoy the beauty of the city as the sun goes down, with unlimited drinks, too. Choose between mouthwatering dinner options, including a selection of Turkish meatballs, fish, chicken, or a vegetarian menu. Your choice will be served with various Turkish starters, salad, and a dessert. Thought this sunset cruise couldn't get any better? Just wait for the belly dancers to start.

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13 - New Mosque

The New Mosque and later New Valide Sultan Mosque after its partial reconstruction and completion between 1660 and 1665, is an Ottoman imperial mosque located in the Eminönü quarter of Istanbul, Turkey.

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14 - Little Hagia Sophia

Little Hagia Sophia Mosque, formerly the Church of Saints Sergius and Bacchus, is a former Greek Eastern Orthodox church dedicated to Saints Sergius and Bacchus in Constantinople, built between 532 and 536, and converted into a mosque during the Ottoman Empire.

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15 - Fatih Mosque, Istanbul

The Fatih Mosque is an Ottoman mosque in the Fatih district of Istanbul, Turkey. The original mosque on the site was constructed between 1463 and 1470 on the site of the Church of the Holy Apostles.

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16 - Rüstem Pasha Mosque

The Rüstem Pasha Mosque is an Ottoman mosque located in the Hasırcılar Çarşısı in the Tahtakale neighborhood of the Fatih district, Istanbul, Turkey. It was designed by the Ottoman imperial architect Mimar Sinan and completed in around 1563.

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17 - Column of Constantine

The Column of Constantine is a Roman monumental column built for Roman emperor Constantine the Great to commemorate the dedication of Constantinople on 11 May 330 AD. Built c.

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18 - Hobyar

The Tomb of Abdul Hamid I is the final resting place of Ottoman Sultan Abdul Hamid I located at Fatih in Istanbul, Turkey.

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19 - Topkapi Palace Museum

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20 - Süleymaniye Mosque

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21 - Galata Tower

The Galata Tower — called Christea Turris by the Genoese — is a medieval stone tower in the Galata/Karaköy quarter of Istanbul, Turkey, just to the north of the Golden Horn's junction with the Bosphorus.

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22 - Golden Horn

The Golden Horn, also known by its modern Turkish name, Haliç, is a major urban waterway and the primary inlet of the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey.

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23 - Pammakaristos Church

Pammakaristos Church, also known as the Church of Theotokos Pammakaristos, is one of the most famous Greek Orthodox Byzantine churches in Istanbul, Turkey. Adapted in 1591 into the Fethiye Mosque, it is today partly a museum, the parekklesion.

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24 - Bulgarian St. Stephen Church

Bulgarian St Stephen Church, also known as the Bulgarian Iron Church, is a Bulgarian Orthodox church in Balat, Istanbul, Turkey. It is famous for being made of prefabricated cast iron elements in the neo-Gothic style. The church belongs to the Bulgarian minority in the city.

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Straddling the Bosphorus Strait that separates Asia from Europe, Istanbul occupies a strategic position. Its fascinating wealth comes from the cohesion between a dense past and a lively and colorful present. These two faces can be discovered during a stay in Turkey: the symbol of the splendor of Constantinople: the Basilica of Saint Sophia, the Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Suleiman Mosque are rare monuments that cannot be missed. You will find them in the old part of the city separated from the new by the Golden Horn golf course. The new part of the city, called Beyoglu, includes the old towns of Pera and Galata, where you will find many trendy shops, restaurants and bars that personify contemporary Istanbul.

According to Turkish travel experience in Istanbul, you should come to this city in the spring from April to May, and autumn from September to October every year. These are considered the two times when the weather and climate in Istanbul are the coolest and most pleasant, very suitable for travel activities. It rarely rains, so it will be more convenient for your journey to discover Istanbul.

Sultan Ahmet: is a beautiful peninsula located in the city of Istanbul. This peninsula is also known as Sarayburnu. In the past, the Sultan Ahmet peninsula was considered the heart of the city of Istanbul. When coming to explore this island, visitors will have the opportunity to see many beautiful ancient architectural works. One of the most famous structures on the island is the Topkapi Palace.

Blue Mosque: is one of the most prominent and beautiful temples of Turkey. The Blue Mosque was built around the 17th century. Coming here, you will surely be surprised and extremely impressed by the large scale and uniqueness of the architecture of this temple.

Hagia Sophia Museum: is considered one of the oldest museums in the world. Hagia Sophia Museum was built in 537, originally built as a cathedral but later became a museum and is as famous as it is today.

Taksim Square: is also another destination that you can hardly ignore when traveling to Turkey, which is Taksim Square. This is an extremely large square, considered as the heart of the city of Istanbul. It is also considered one of the busiest and busiest places in the city. There are many restaurants, bars, shops…

Frequently Asked Questions by Travelers planning a trip to İstanbul

Where can I stay in İstanbul ?

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What are the best restaurants in İstanbul ?

1. Sultan Palace cafe restaurant https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g293974-d23500438-Reviews-Sultan_Palace_Cafe_Restaurant-Istanbul.html
2. Garden 1897 restaurant https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g293974-d18922001-Reviews-Garden_1897_Restaurant-Istanbul.html
3. Resto Han https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g293974-d23218966-Reviews-Resto_Han-Istanbul.html

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