Istanbul
Istanbul is a unique city with two thousand years of history, which is located at the crossroads of civilizations. One part of it is in Europe, and the second is in Asia. Due to this, an amazing mix of cultures has been formed here, which you will not meet in any other place. Historical sights in this city are literally at every turn.
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Languages spoken | Turkish |
Currency used | Turkish Lira (TRY) |
Country name | Republic of Turkey |
Culture and history info
Goths' Column, the oldest architectural monument in the city
Hagia Irene church, the oldest Byzantine church in Instanbul
Hagia Sophia is the former Greek Orthodox Christian patriarchal cathedral
Chora Church
Ancient walls of Constantinople build by the Roman Emperor Theodosius
Yedikule fortress
Galata tower built by Genoese in the 14th century
Sultan Ahmed Mosque
Ortakoey mosque
Kız Kulesi
Palau de Çırağan
Nightlife info
Istiklal Avenue located in the European part is the center of Istanbul nightlife
There are many clubs, cafes and restaurants on the Istiklal Avenue and side streets
Famous singers, musicants and DJs from all over the world perform in Istanbul contert halls and clubs
Istanbul is a friendly and tolerant city open to everyone