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Bosphorus
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Dolmabahce Palace
Egyptian Bazaar
Flower Passage
Golden Horn
Grand Bazaar
Haghia Eirene
Harem of Topkapi Palace
Hippodrome of Constantinople
Istanbul Archaeology Museum
Istanbul Modern Art Museum
Basilica Cistern
Istiklal Caddesi
Maiden’s Tower
Miniaturk
New Mosque
Obelisk of Theodosius
Orient Express Museum
Panorama 1453 Museum
Suleymaniye Mosque
Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Tombs of the Sultans
Topkapi Palace
- Istanbul, the cultural and historical center of Turkey, is an ancient city where East meets West.
- The former capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, Istanbul’s transcontinental mystique attracts visitors from all over the world who come to marvel at the art and architecture, relax in the Turkish baths, visit the city’s bazaars and modern shopping centers, enjoy the vibrant nightlife, and eat the local cuisine.
- Home to Turkey’s largest seaport, Istanbul is a popular port of call for cruise ships carrying almost half a million passengers annually.
- Its rich and fascinating history makes Istanbul a “must-see” tourist destination.
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