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The largest city in Turkey, Istanbul lies to the north of the country and falls in the south-eastern edge of Europe. Home to around 15 million people and entertaining a further 10 million tourists, Istanbul is the only city in the world that straddles two continents.
It is a culturally rich metropolis and was the heart of ancient empires from the Roman to the Ottoman. Formerly known as Constantinople, the city is a diverse blend of East and West with rich and colourful buildings, bazaars and people.
Whilst the heart of Istanbul lies firmly in its traditional Turkish roots, it is also welcoming of the modern trappings of the west. It is a fascinating place to spend time.
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| The Bosporus (Body of Water) or Bosphorus Strait is a natural strait and an internationally significant waterway located in Istanbul in northwestern Turkey that connects the Black Sea to the Sea of Marmara. It forms part of the continental boundary between Asia and Europe. |
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Bosphorus Strait Bridge |
| The Bosphorus Bridge, known officially as the 15 July Martyrs Bridge and colloquially as the First Bridge, is the southernmost of the three suspension bridges spanning the Bosphorus strait in Istanbul, Turkey, thus connecting Europe and Asia. |
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Istanbul Turkey at Night |
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Istanbul Mosque |
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Bosphorus, Istanbul, Turkey |
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Orthodox Church, Turkey |
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Istanbul, Turkey Landscape Scenic |
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Popular tourist places and things to do in Istanbul, Turkey |
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| Hagia Sophia |
| Topkapi Palace |
| Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmed Mosque) |
| Grand Bazaar |
| Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar) |
| Bosphorus Scenic Cruise |
| Galata Tower |
| Basilica Cistern |
| Istanbul Archaeological Museums |
| Dolmabahçe Palace |
| Chora Church (Kariye Museum) |
| Istanbul Modern Art Museum |
| Istiklal Avenue |
| Princes' Islands |
| Istanbul Aquarium |
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