Welcome to Istanbul, the city of the past, the present and the future. Istanbul not only joins continents, it also joins cultures and people.
Hippodrome: The former center of sportive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi, Constantine Column and German Fountain.
Blue Mosque: One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest.
Hagia Sophia: The magnificent Byzantine Church, Ottoman imperial mosque and proud of Turkey as a museum of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of Roman style and famous with its Byzantine mosaics.
Grand Bazaar: In addition to its historical importance, it’s a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs.
Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence of Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Four hundreds years 25 Ottoman Sultans ruled the empire from this palace. Today a spectacular museum that has typical examples of Ottoman architecture and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family and nice gardens and magnificent view of the city.
Little Hagia Sophia Mosque: It is one of the most important early Byzantine architectural examples in Istanbul. It built for two local saints Sergius and Bacchus in 6th century with the same style of Hagia Sophia. It has really attractive environment and peaceful especially with the café and small workshops in courtyard.
Dolmabahce Palace: Second imperial palace for Ottoman Sultans, built in 1856 and until 1922 last six Ottoman Sultans lived and ruled the Empire from here. It is European style very luxury palace and one of the best examples of baroque style all around the world. It has 260 rooms, 44 ceremonial halls, 25 bathrooms and so many European furniture and decoration.
