Istanbul at night can be as exciting as in the day! Today, the cosmopolitan city proudly displays its hodgepodge of emotions and styles. In its old part are preserved memories of the past: mosques, churches, bazaars, palaces, and the scenic Bosphorus strait that separates it into two continents. In the newer and more modern part, [...]
Read moreDo you wonder where Constantinople is currently? Is Istanbul Constantinople? Here we will answer your questions! Constantinople is an ancient city in modern-day Turkey that’s now known as Istanbul. Istanbul, the most populated city in Turkey which connects Asia and Europe was always known as one of the most important spots on Earth since it [...]
Read moreBalat is a popular destination for tourists because of its distinct heritage and the annual Epiphany celebration.. People from various cultures and religions lived here for ages. Still, you may witness how Greek-Orthodox society endures their traditions even the population has decreased tremendously after the interchange when the Turkish Republic is announced. The 6th of [...]
Read moreIstanbul Airport has become one of the largest and busiest airports in the world, although some parts of it are still under construction. Aiming to become a larger international hub, the airport has significantly improved its transportation facilities since its opening. Counting that the new airport is located outside the city center on the way to [...]
Read moreIf you wonder how money to take on holiday to Istanbul, here we will try to help you decided that. Istanbul keeps its popularity as a tourist destination as the Turkish Lira keeps losing value which makes the vacation more reasonable than any other spot in Europe. Considering that there is a profound difference in [...]
Read moreThe most important question in the process of choosing your next destination is safety and here will try to clarify this issue. So How safe is it travel to Istanbul? Istanbul is safer with regard to crime and its greatest risks stem from the political situation in Turkey as well as terrorist threats. Yet, this [...]
Read moreChoosing your next travel destination can be difficult, however, we can help you by answering the question of Why travel to Istanbul? Here we have mentioned only a few reasons among many of them. Since Istanbul is one of the most diverse, fantastic, and vibrant cities in the world, there is always a reason to [...]
Read moreThe Bosphorus Strait connects the Sea of Marmara with the Black Sea. It is 30 km long and 550 to 3000 m wide. Its depth varies from 36 to 124m in the middle of the Strait. The city of Istanbul is the only city in the world located on two continents, as half of the [...]
Read morePublic transportation in Istanbul has a very complete system that reaches almost all regions of the city. This system is made up of several types of modes, including buses, trains, trams, subways, funiculars, and boats. Many tourist attractions are close to each other, but depending on where you are staying, or where you want to [...]
Read moreTurkish Desserts are known for their richness and diversity, a heady gamut including ethnic regional specialties and modern cosmopolitanism. The colors, flavors, and smells of Turkey are everywhere for anyone visiting this country full of history and culture. And, no less true, are the sweets! Inserted in the daily life of the Turks, these delights [...]
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