Istanbul

Once part of the Hippodrome chariot racing track during the Byzantine Empire, with traces still visible today, Sultanahmet Square now serves as the heart of Istanbul’s main historical district. Nestled […]

Nestled in Istanbul, Balat is a historically Jewish neighborhood that retains its heritage through two prominent synagogues still standing today. The area also boasts the Byzantine-era Chora Museum, originally the […]

Pierre Loti Hill, named after the French novelist who penned his renowned work ‘Aziyade’ in Istanbul, offers one of the city’s most impressive yet under-visited viewpoints. Accessible by cable car, […]

Originally built as the Church of the Holy Savior during the Byzantine era and later converted into a mosque during Ottoman rule, the Kariye Museum (Kariye Müzesi) now stands as […]

Istiklal Street, or İstiklal Caddesi, is the main pedestrian thoroughfare in Istanbul’s European Beyoğlu district, serving as a vital cultural center. Spanning from Taksim Square to Tunel Square, this bustling […]

Cicek Pasaji, or the Flower Passage, is a covered arcade in Istanbul’s downtown Beyoglu area, just off the bustling Istiklal pedestrian street. Built in the 1870s with a luxurious Parisian […]

Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar, known as Kapali Çarsi, is a sprawling covered market with over 5,000 vendors. Located in the heart of the city, this historic bazaar offers a vast array […]

Hagia Irene, or Aya Irini, stands as a testament to the 6th-century Byzantine era in Istanbul. Originally the first church built in Constantinople, it uniquely escaped conversion into a mosque […]

Istanbul’s New Mosque (Yeni Cami), despite its name, is an Ottoman-era structure completed in 1663. Located in Eminonu Square, it stands at the end of the Galata Bridge and near […]

Jutting out of Istanbul’s Hippodrome, the Obelisk of Theodosius stands as a striking reminder of ancient history. Originally erected at the Temple of Karnak in the 15th century BC, this […]

Housed in the historic Ibrahim Pasha Palace in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet neighborhood, the Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts (Türk Islam Eserleri Müzesi Hizmete) showcases a rich collection of Islamic art […]

With roots dating back to Byzantine times, Besiktas is one of Istanbul’s oldest and most vibrant districts, located on the European side of the city. This area features a blend […]

Housed in the historic First Army Headquarters building, the Military Museum and Cultural Center Command (Askeri Müze) in Istanbul showcases the extensive military history of Turkey. The museum’s collection includes […]

Founded in the 19th century by Sultan Abdülaziz, who aspired to create a museum rivaling those in Europe, the Istanbul Archaeological Museums (Istanbul Arkeoloji Muzeleri) house an extensive collection of […]

Nestled in the northwest of Turkey, Sapanca Lake (Sapanca Gölü) is a picturesque body of water surrounded by mountains and woodland, just a 1.5-hour drive from Istanbul. The lake’s serene […]

The Gallipoli Peninsula, known in Turkish as Gelibolu Yarimadasi, is a historic site on the turquoise coastline of Turkey. This peninsula was the setting for a significant World War I […]

The Serpent Column, also known as the Delphi Tripod (Yilani Sütun), stands at the center of Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul, where the Hippodrome of Constantinople once thrived. This 2,500-year-old bronze […]

The Istanbul Aquarium, located in Turkey’s vibrant city of Istanbul, houses over 1,500 sea and land creatures from 16 distinct geographical zones. Visitors can explore interactive exhibitions in both English […]

Eminönü Square, centrally located in Istanbul, serves as a bustling transit hub surrounded by the New Mosque, Egyptian Spice Bazaar, and the Bosphorus Strait. Tangled side streets radiate from the […]

Rising nearly 54 stories above the ground, Istanbul Sapphire stands as one of Istanbul’s tallest skyscrapers and Turkey’s first ecological high-rise. This high-tech, luxury mixed-use project combines commercial and residential […]

The Panorama 1453 History Museum in Istanbul offers a vivid journey back to the fall of Constantinople. Using 360-degree panorama paintings, 3D objects, and sound effects, the museum recreates the […]

The Column of Constantine, also known as Çemberlitaş Sütunu, stands in Istanbul’s Sultanahmet district, a testament to the 4th-century Roman emperor’s triumph over his rival Maxentius. This monumental column, one […]

Opened in 2003 on the shores of the Golden Horn, Miniaturk (Miniatürk) is one of the largest miniature parks in the world. The park is divided into three sections: Istanbul, […]

Originally a hunting lodge for Ottoman sultans in the 19th century, Yildiz Palace Museum (Yildiz Sarayi Müzesi) in Istanbul’s Besiktas district was expanded and transformed into a secure residence by […]