Istanbul is a vibrant and historic city providing an exotic blend of eastern and western cultures.It is the only city in the world straddling two continents and has influences from both sides; the modernity of a European metropolis teamed with the elegant ancient architecture of asia.The old city of Istanbul is crammed with interesting sights including the Blue Mosque,built in the 17th century and famed for its splendid blue tiles and stained glass windows.
Furthermore the city of Istanbul is a fantastic place to visit famous monuments which are split into the three main district of the city: the historic peninsula, the areas north of the Golden Horn, and the Asian side are parts of it exceptional itsitage from it different empires. The church ‘Hagia Sophia’, ‘the blue mosque’, ‘the palate of Dolmabahçe’, ‘the mosque of Soliman the Magnificent’,’ Valens Aqueduct’, ’The Hippodrome of Constantinople’, ‘The Walls of Constantinople’ and much more are very important tourist places and also strong symbols of Istanbul Identity.
City visits are not complete without a spot af shopping and in Istanbul you can fully indulge ; designer labels abound ,there`s amyriad of wonderful shopping malls and the unique Grand Bazaar offers an energetic retail experience.This fascinating city leaves any visitor with truly unforgettable memories and desire to return……