Istanbul City Guide

Close your eyes and imagine yourself in a city; the mysticism of the East and the modernity of the West, the constantly time travel between the past and the future, the balance of the traditional and the modern. Istanbul not only joins continents, it also joins cultures and people.

Things to See and Do

Located in the Marmara region of Turkey, Istanbul is the world's most gorgeous and mysterious city. Check out the beauty, the culture and lifestyle, the harmony of opposites and everything this city has to offer.

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Where to Go

The only city in the world built on two continents, Istanbul is more than a sightseeing. Witness the fascinating stories in amazing locations and enjoy the views from two continents.

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Food & Drink

In Istanbul, you can find the most delicious meals prepared with secret recipes. Even though these dishes are associated with different parts of the country, the restaurants in Istanbul cope with all of them fairly well.

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More Than A City

Seagulls, The Heroes of Istanbul

Istanbul's Beloved Residents

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