The only city in the world located on 2 continents.


The historical centres of Istanbul have been listed in the UNESCO world heritage sites since 1985.


The Blue mosque is the only mosque in the world having 6 minarets.


Istanbul is one of the cities in the world under which there is an ancient city buried.


Hagia Sophia, with its massive dome was the largest cathedral for nearly 1000 years.


See one of the world’s largest diamonds at Topkapi Palace and the Harem which is a major attraction because of its untold secrets.


Visit the Grand Bazaar, the largest indoor market with over 400 shops in over 60 streets.


Cruise on the Bosphorus between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea.


Having a Turkish Bath which is more than traditional way to unwind.


Underground Cistern is the largest water storage ever constructed.


Dolmabahce Palace is the 1st European Style Palace in Istanbul. 14 tons of gold leaf are used in the ceiling and the world’s largest chandelier hangs in the central hall.


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The belly dancing which is very popular in Istanbul, descended from Greece and spread by Alexander the Great.


Egyptian Bazaar built in 1660, is the place to shop for herbal medicine, spices, dried fruits & nuts, scarce plant roots, flower seeds and delicatessen.


Hagia Irene, an eastern orthodox church built in the 4th century is used as a concert hall today because of its great acoustic.


The famous "James Bond" movie "From Russia with Love" was shot in Istanbul.


Over 1 million people visit Beyoglu everyday which is the best place if you want to do bar hopping at nights.


Galata Tower built in 1348 has a wonderful view of Bosphorus and the Golden Horn.


Maiden’s Tower built in 341 BC on a rock in the middle of the sea was 1st used to control the movements of ships on the Bosphorus.


In the course of history, Istanbul has had various names like New Rome, Byzantium and Constantinople.


Turks introduced coffee to Europe and gave their famous tulips to the Dutch.


Three of the 10 remaining icons of the world and according to the belief of Orthodox, Jesus Christ's cross which he was crucified on are in Hagia Yorghi Church.


See the Theodosian Walls, erected in 412 AD to secure the 4 miles of the city which is vulnerable to the invasions.