Istanbul, Turkey

Europe

Why go to Istanbul, Turkey?

• It's the gateway of Europe, Asia and the Middle East - explore it!
• Byzantium to Constantinople, Roman to Ottoman empires, find history and culture, all ages and places
• See the sights of the Old City: mosques, churches markets, tea houses, cafes...
• Visit Topkapi Sarayi, for 400 years the residence of sultans
• Soak and steam in the hamams, the Turkish Baths

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