Location
With the Bosphorus dividing the country into two parts, one in Asia and the other in Europe, this is one of the many factors that makes Istanbul one of the most fabulous cities in the world. Home to many architectural wonders, including Hagia Sophia, one of the New Seven Wonders, the city also is a bustling modern city that will cast its spell on you.
Geography and climate
Istanbul is spread across a region of 1,538.77 km² (594.1 sq mi) and stands on an elevation of 100 m (328 ft) in the nation's Maramara region. Due to its temperate-continental climate, the Turkish capital has an average summer temperature of 25.6°F (78°C) to 27.8°F (82°C) while in winter Mercury levels drop to 2.8°F (37°C) to 4.4°F (40°C).
Transport
As the city is divided by the beautiful Bosphorus, not only does Turkey's capital city have many means of transportation on land but also has boats, ferries, seabus, etc. On the other hand, while on land take advantage of the city's rail, tram, taxis, buses, etc.
Interesting Places
- Basilica Cistern
- Blue Mosque aka Sultanahmet Mosque
- Byzantine Hippodrome
- Hagia Sophia
- The Museum of Archeology
- Topkapi Palace
Airports
With tourism mushrooming, the city's airports couldn't have been busier. Atatürk International Airport, served by the AV Airport Management is the nation's most important airport. The city's second airport is the Sabiha Gökçen International Airport, which is managed by HEAŞ.
Accommodation
The hotels here are truly stunning as a few of them mix Ottaman architecture with modern fittings. Our favourites are A'jia Hotel, Ceylan InterContinental, Ciragan Palace Kempinski, Four Seasons, Hyatt Regency, Movenpick Hotel, Ritz-Carlton, Swissotel Bosphorous, The Boutique Aminos and The Marmara.
Society and culture
From Ancient Greeks and Ancient Romans to Byzantine and Ottomans have called this city home. The most widely practiced religion here is Islam also the city was the final seat of the Islamic Caliphate. Nevertheless, the city also has many churches and synagogues too.
Other Interesting Attractions of the City
A trip to this city is an experience that one trip cannot do justice. However, some other attractions are
- Basilica Cistern (Yerebatan Sarnici)
- Boatride on the Bosphorus
- Dolmabahce Palace
- Dulcinea
- Galata Whirling Dervish Hall
- Galatasaray Hamam
- Hidiv Kasri
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