In 1888, the Orient Express started its 80-hour journey between Paris and Istanbul. However, the passengers of the train faced…
Browsing: Musem & Historical Places
Istanbul is a city rich in history and culture, with many historical places that attract tourists from around the world. Some of the most famous historical places in Istanbul include the Hagia Sophia, which was once a church and then a mosque and is now a museum, the Topkapi Palace, which was the residence of Ottoman sultans for centuries, and the Blue Mosque, a stunning example of Islamic architecture with its iconic blue tiles. Other popular sites include the Basilica Cistern, an ancient underground water storage system, the Grand Bazaar, one of the oldest and largest covered markets in the world, and the Galata Tower, which offers panoramic views of the city. These historical places are a testament to Istanbul’s rich and diverse past and are a must-see for anyone visiting the city.
In the expansive area of 27,000 square meters, the Rahmi Koç Museum, situated along the shores of Hasköy in Istanbul,…
The Maiden’s Tower is considered to be one of the most important and popular historical symbols of Istanbul. It is…
If you’re planning a trip to Istanbul, there’s one landmark that should be on top of your must-visit list, the…
Kapalıçarşı, Grand Bazaar is one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world with 61 covered streets and over 4,000 shops. Located in the district of Fatih it can easily be reached from Sultanahmet and Sirkeci by trams (Beyazıt-Kapalıçarşı station).
Dolmabahce Palace is the largest Turkish palace. It is designed in Rococo and Baroque style, unusual for the culture of the Ottomans. The palace is the former residence of six sultans.
The Basilica Cistern is often mentioned in books and movies. For example, this is one of the main places where the events of Dan Brown’s famous book “Inferno” and the film based on it unfold. In addition, some scenes of James Bond’s adventures were filmed here.
Built in the second half of the 15th century by Sultan Mehmed II, this stunning palace complex has survived to…
The tower, which has survived to the present day, appeared on Galata Hill in 1348-1349, when the Genoese conquered these lands. The powerful structure was called the “Tower of Jesus”
