Created by Liam Hetherington on October 27, 2009
- Capital of the Roman Empire, the Byzantine Empire, the Ottoman Empire, and the Islamic Caliphate, Istanbul is a mixture of east and west, ancient and modern, holy and wholly remarkable that pulled me like a lure.
Created by fizzytom on April 11, 2009
- Budget accommodation, day trips, main attractions and much more about the world's most fascinating and compelling city
Created by barbara on August 27, 2007
- Istanbul is a blend of East and West...with ancient civilizations serving as its foundation, our teenager loved the city as much as we did.
Created by actonsteve on April 15, 2007
- Standing proud in the 21st century, the hardy perennial of Istanbul charms with its history, culture, and sheer exoticism.
- 4 reviews
- 9 Stories
- 30 photos
Created by SkewedStyle on July 22, 2006
- Continuation of our gastronomic exploration of Istanbul...with a concentration on dessert.
- 3 reviews
- 3 Stories
- 21 photos
Created by SkewedStyle on July 22, 2006
- On my second trip to Istanbul, there was no need for obligatory sightseeing--this trip concentrated on food, food, food and having a wonderful time with my friends.
- 7 reviews
- 2 Stories
- 33 photos
Created by Marianne on July 19, 2005
- Istanbul is very much a European city, with tree-lined avenues and consumer goods in the modern shopping malls. But you will also find colourful bazaars where you haggle and go home with exotic articles, where shoeshine boys want to polish your shoes, and carpet merchants offer you apple tea.
- 2 reviews
- 4 Stories
- 23 photos
Created by hagnel2 on October 24, 2004
- Istanbul is a culturally rich and diverse city. Divided by the Bosporus Strait, it sits astride two continents. Originally known as Byzantium, then Constantinople, it conjures up images of star-filled nights and caravans on the Silk Road to China. It was an unexpected delight.
- 4 reviews
- 1 Story
- 16 photos
Created by mightywease on June 12, 2004
- With its fusion of Asian and European influences, Istanbul is a wonderful city. From the beauty of the Topkapi Palace through the tranquility of the Blue Mosque to the bustle of the bazaars, the city's cultural and historical heritage contributes to a vibrant, fascinating, and often magical atmosphere.
Created by Jim Rosenberg on May 23, 2004
- Many of Istanbul’s most famous places are located within easy walking distance of each other. Both the Sultanahmet neighborhood and the Bazaar Quarter are easily enjoyed without a guide and barely even a map, making it a perfect low-cost vacation to a truly exotic destination.
- 7 reviews
- 1 Story
- 13 photos
Istanbul
Tourism and Travel Guide