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  2. Istanbul - Wikipedia

    • Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey, straddling the Bosporus Strait, the boundary between Europe and Asia. It is considered the country's economic, cultural and historic capital. The city has a population of over 15 million residents, comprising 19% of the population of Turkey, and is the most populous city in Europe and the world's sixteenth-largest city. Th… See more

    Map of Istanbul
    CountryTurkey
    RegionMarmara
    ProvinceIstanbul
    Provincial seatCağaloğlu, Fatih
    Names

    The first known name of the city is Byzantium (Ancient Greek: Βυζάντιον, Byzántion), the name given to it at its foundation by Megarian colonists around 657 BCE. Megarian colonists claimed a direct line b… See more

    History

    Neolithic artifacts, uncovered by archeologists at the beginning of the 21st century, indicate that Istanbul's historic peninsula was settled as far back as the 6th millennium BCE. That early settlement, important i… See more

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  1. 19 Best Things to Do in Istanbul, Turkey | U.S. News …

    5 days ago · Discover the best things to do in Istanbul, Turkey, which include exploring the Hagia Sophia Mosque and Topkapi Palace and cruising down the Bosphorus Strait.

     
  2. Historically known as Constantinople and Byzantium, Istanbul is the economic, cultural, and historic center of Turkey. The much fought-over city fell to the Otto… See more
    Historically known as Constantinople and Byzantium, Istanbul is the economic, cultural, and historic center of Turkey. The much fought-over city fell to the Ottomans in the 15th century, morphing into Istanbul over time. The city straddles the Bosphorus Strait at the convergence of Europe and Asia Minor—or, where east meets west both geographically and culturally.Today, the city is largely Turkish but has a largely cosmopolitan feel due to its 14 million inhabitants. Along with its historic monuments and palaces, Istanbul has a flourishing arts and music scene peppered with trendy bars, clubs, art galleries, and designer fashion outlets.UNESCO has declared much of the old city area UNESCO World Heritage sites, including the Hagia Sophia cathedral, Sarayburnu, and Topkapi Palace.Travelers can cross from Europe to Asia at the Bosphorus Strait with no passport required. Here they'll find the district of Kadiköy, which features bustling street markets, good shopping, and an up-and-coming dining scene.
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  3. Istanbul | History, Population, Map, & Facts | Britannica

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  5. THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Istanbul (2024) - Tripadvisor

    Bosphorus Yacht Cruise with Stopover on Asian Side 76 Coffee Cruises fro…
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  6. 16 best things to do in Istanbul - Lonely Planet

    Jun 27, 2024 · Whether you want to dig deep into Ottoman history, Turkish cuisine, contemporary culture or the Byzantine past – or simply take in its pulsing street life or gaze out at the glistening waters of the Bosphorus – this is a city …

  7. Istanbul travel - Lonely Planet | Türkiye, Europe

    Explore the distinct neighborhoods of Istanbul with this guide to what to expect in each one. Tear yourself away from vibrant Istanbul and discover wonderful countryside and charming towns. Here are our 15 favorite day trips from Istanbul.

  8. Istanbul - Simple English Wikipedia, the free …

    Istanbul, formerly known as Constantinople, is a mega city that sits in both Europe and Asia, divided by the Bosporus. Although it is the largest city of Turkey , it is not the capital. It is the largest city in Europe by population.

  9. Istanbul – Travel guide at Wikivoyage

    The most populous city in Europe, Istanbul forms the financial and cultural center of Turkey and confidently straddles the borders between Asia and Europe as it has for millennia: this is the result when you mix ancient Christendom, a …

  10. The tiny island that sits between Europe and Asia | CNN

  11. Istanbul - Wikitravel

    Jul 1, 2024 · Istanbul (Turkish: İstanbul) is Turkey's most populous city as well as its cultural and financial hub. Located on both sides of the Bosphorus, the narrow strait between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul bridges Asia and …

  12. Istanbul Travel Guide - National Geographic

  13. Istanbul Travel Guide, Turkey - Turkey Travel Planner

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  15. Istanbul Travel Guide by Rick Steves

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  18. THE TOP 10 Istanbul Tours & Excursions - Viator

  19. About Istanbul: Discovering the City | istanbul.com

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  23. Shahrazad: Tears of İstanbul (TV Series 2024– ) - IMDb

  24. Discovering the Wonders of Istanbul | istanbul.com