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15Aug

The Legendary Maiden’s Tower of Istanbul

One of the most iconic images of Istanbul has to be the Kız Kulesi Üsküdar, otherwise known as Maiden’s Tower or Leander’s Tower depending on which legendary story you choose[...]

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15Aug

Lesser Known Istanbul - The Asian Shores

Welcome to the Asian side of Istanbul. When thinking about Istanbul for tourism, most people mention the dominating Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar and stunning Hagia Sofia on the European side. But[...]

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27Jul

Alternative Summer Activities in Istanbul: Beaches, Parks, and Outdoor Cinemas

A famous travel proverb says memories are made in summer. Most people upon hearing this automatically think of sandy beach resorts and warm summer evenings on cool verandas. Yet the bustling city[...]

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20Jun

Sultanahmet: The Historical Area of Istanbul

In today's modern and trendy era, it would be easy to assume that all traces of former Constantinople have disappeared yet the opposite is true. Sultanahmet, the historical area of Istanbul that[...]

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20Jun

10 Things to Do on Istiklal Avenue in Istanbul

Locals say the best way to experience the heart and soul of modern day Istanbul is to wander the 1.4 kilometre stretch of Istiklal Avenue. Known in Turkish as Istiklal Caddesi, it has earned[...]

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03Jun

The Istanbul Shopping Festival

Istanbul is home to over 120 shopping malls and two of the most famous historical markets in the world; the Grand Bazaar, established in 1461 and the Egyptian Bazaar, opened in 1660. Over the[...]

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02Jun

Travelling around Istanbul

If there is anything that the great city of Istanbul is renowned for, it’s the traffic. Driving in this huge Turkish city can be a nightmare. More often than not, twenty minute journeys are[...]

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24Apr

Inside Istanbul's Dolmabahçe Palace

Upon hearing the word 'palace,' you probably think of exclusive living, beautiful decor, sumptuous surroundings, and a pampered lifestyle for kings, queens, and modern-day millionaires. Well,[...]

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01Apr

Things to do in Istanbul

When looking at the list of things to do in Istanbul, get ready for thousands of suggestions. To complete them all, would take months if not years. No matter what time of year it is, the city never[...]

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12Mar

Spring time in Istanbul

Welcome to Spring in Istanbul. While coastal resorts of Aegean and Mediterranean Turkey begin preparations for the tourist season, when Spring descends, Istanbul city awakens. Poised between two[...]

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04Mar

Café culture Istanbul

Coffee has long been a favourite beverage in Turkey but now a new wave of artisanal coffee and coffee shops are sweeping Istanbul. History The Ottoman Governor of Yemen introduced coffee to[...]

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11Feb

Shopping in Istanbul

From the Arasta Bazaar and Bahariye Street to antique shops and modern malls, shopping in Istanbul easily empties your bank account. Whether browsing for luxury brands or one-off finds in independent[...]

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06Nov

Istanbul: Home of fashion and cool?

The seamless blend of old and new has made Istanbul the perfect location for the fashion forward and artisan community. It is well regarded as the home of culture and contemporary lifestyles and has[...]

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