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Discover İstanbul: Where the Past Meets the Future
Why Visit İstanbul: The Cultural Crossroads of the World
İstanbul, a city straddling two continents, is the epitome of where East meets West. With a history spanning over 2,500 years, it has been the heart of great empires, including the Eastern Roman and Ottoman. Today, it stands as a vibrant metropolis blending its rich heritage with a thriving modern cultural scene.
From world-famous landmarks like Hagia Sophia and Topkapı Palace to cutting-edge art galleries and Michelin-starred restaurants, İstanbul offers an experience unlike any other. Whether you’re wandering its ancient streets, enjoying a meal along the Bosphorus, or exploring its trendy neighbourhoods, İstanbul captivates with its timeless allure.
Explore İstanbul’s Timeless Historical...
Unmissable İstanbul experiences
Uncover the charm of İstanbul through its breathtaking landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, offering unique experiences at every turn.
What to See in İstanbul
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The culinary scene of İstanbul
Enjoy the flavours of İstanbul, where fresh seafood, local herbs, and Marmara specialities come together in a deliciously diverse food culture.
Plan your trip
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Street foods of İstanbul
Experience the diverse street food scene of İstanbul, where local delicacies reflect the region's rich culinary heritage.
İstanbul's shopping districts and hubs
Explore İstanbul's bustling shopping areas, where traditional markets and modern shops offer everything from local crafts to fashion.
Before you go: take with you
Don’t leave İstanbul without bringing home a piece of its unique culture and flavors.
Kapalıçarşı: Discover a Universe of Treasures in Historic Heart of Türkiye!
From silk ribbons to ornate carpets, from delicate Turkish teapots to ornate Ottoman lamps, the lantern-lined alleys of İstanbul’s Kapalı Çarşı or Grand Bazaar are home to the city’s finest treasures. In this historic shopper’s paradise, the arched doorways are covered from wall to wall with traditional Turkish antiquities, mementos of your visit and produce. There are twenty-two gates leading into the covered bazaar from all directions. The Beyazıt Gate is marked with the tuğra (imperial sign) of Sultan Abdülhamit II and the assurance that “God loves the merchants".
Experience Eternity at Ayasofya-i Kebir Mosque: Türkiye's Living Testament to Time!
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque is among the most significant monuments in the history of world architecture and is part of the “Historic Areas of Istanbul,” which was inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List in 1985. Initially built in 360 by Emperor Constantius under the name *Megale Ekklesia*, the structure was destroyed and rebuilt twice. The present building was completed in 537 under the orders of Emperor Justinian, with the architects Anthemios of Tralles and Isidoros of Miletus.
The structure stands out with its magnificent dome and architectural details. Hagia Sophia served as a church for 916 years before being converted into a mosque in 1453 following Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror’s conquest of Istanbul, and it was strengthened with various additions throughout the Ottoman period. Converted into a museum in 1934, Hagia Sophia regained its mosque status in 2020.
Fine Dining Restaurants of İstanbul
İstanbul's Museums and Historic Sites
Explore İstanbul’s rich history through its museums and historic sites, where ancient and modern culture come together.
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