Istanbul is a historic city that carries the people, culture, and tradition of two continents. As it is located near the Bosphorus Strait that separates Asia from Europe, so without leaving the city you can explore the two continents. Historically, 3 empires, Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires make this city their capital. During that time this city had two other names Constantinople and Byzantium. Currently it is one of the most famous and historical, economic, and cultural centre of Turkey. Most of its population belongs to Muslim, although other religions such as Jews and Christians coexist here peacefully.
It is no coincidence that Alphonse De Lamartine wrote: "If a man were given the possibility of a single glance at the world, it is Istanbul that should look."
If you are all set to visit this city then here we will tell you the most important places to visit in Istanbul to make the most of your trip.
With this let's explore the city now!
Places you should explore if you visit Istanbul
Aya Sofia Mosque
Aya Sofya is the grandiose basilica built between 532 and 537 at the behest of Justinian on the site where previously, other emperors had commissioned two churches consecrated to Divine Wisdom.
Blue Mosque
A masterpiece of Turkish-Ottoman architecture, the Sultan Ahmet Camii, better known as the Blue Mosque, is one of the most fascinating mosques in the East as well as one of the most visited buildings in Istanbul.
Suleymaniye Mosque
Perched on the hill overlooking the Golden Horn, the majestic Suleymaniye Mosque stands out from every point of Istanbul. It represents the greatness of the Ottoman Empire. You can say it is an iconic place to visit in Istanbul.
Basilica Cistern
Build-in 532 D.C. as an underground water deposit system for the city in case of any emergency. Emperor Justinian establishes this spectacular structure.
Topkapi Complex
This amazing place represents the power and magnificence of the Ottoman Empire. This is a splendid place from where you can easily see some of the most popular sites like the Golden Horn, the Bosphorus, and the Sea of Marmara.
Galata Tower
You found this tower in the Galata district. This tower has a characteristic conical roof and it is about 67 meters high. It is also called as the "Tower of Christ" by the local people. And it was established for defensive purposes.
Grand Bazaar
This is another center of attraction in Istanbul. It is like an intricate maze within which you find many vendors having colours, perfumes, and many more items. This place covers around 31,000 square meters of area with many streets and passages. So this is a must place to visit in Istanbul where you can truly explore the culture.
Stroll through the sultanahmet area
The most recommended area to stay in Istanbul for the first time is the Sultanahmet neighbourhood. This is the only place from where so many main tourist attractions of the city are closely situated. It makes it easy to explore everything on foot. If you are a person who loves restaurant and hotel hopping then here you can explore a wide range of hotels and restaurants.
To get to know Istanbul you also need to be captured by the suggestions that only a magical city like this can give. We at Exploring Beings give you the best suggestions and help you to explore more if you are a travel junkie. So stay tuned with us!
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