Although the Republic of Turkey established its capital in Ankara, palaces and imperial mosques still line Istanbul's hills as visible reminders of the city's previous central role. The historic …

Dec 25, 2025 · Istanbul, largest city and principal seaport of Turkey. Historically known as Byzantium and then Constantinople, it was the capital of the Byzantine Empire and the …

Istanbul is a city that mixes old and new, and the best way to explore it is through its mahalles (neighborhoods). Get your history fix in Beyoğlu—it’s chock-full of 19th-century European …

Aug 1, 2025 · 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.

Istanbul is a city steeped in history and culture, straddling Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Once known as Constantinople, it was the capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman …

Dec 19, 2025 · İstanbul has so many layers, you can spend a lifetime exploring it. It’s been an entrepôt for over 1700 years, has served as a capital of two empires and remains one of the …

Aug 27, 2025 · From tiled palaces to centuries-old markets, art galleries and colorful neighborhoods, these are the best things to do in Istanbul.