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About Istanbul

Istanbul is a perfect blend of cultures and history that together make it an exciting city for tourists from around the world. Founded during Neolithic times, Istanbul today stands as a modern city beautifully knitted in its historical heritage through mosques, basilicas and cathedrals, and bazaars. Standing between the East and the West, this most significant city in Turkey imbibes in an aura of intrigue and charm that will appeal to everyone who visits.

Top Tourist Places to Visit in Istanbul

1. Galata Tower - Built in 1348, the 67 meters (219 feet) high, the Galata Tower rules over the Istanbul skyline, offering great views of the old city and its surroundings.
2. Istanbul Archaeological Museum - Founded in 1891, the Istanbul Archaeological Museum three museums: the Archaeological Museum, the Ancient Orient Museum and the Tiled Kiosk Museum. The three museums combined contain more than 1 million objects from civilisations around the world.
3. Chora Church - Known as the Church of the Holy Savior in Chora, the church features magnificent mosaics and frescoes depicting the life of Jesus and his mother, Mary.
4. Basilica Cistern - The architectural wonder has been providing Istanbul residents with water since the sixth century when the Roman Emperor Justinian I built it.
5. Dolmabahce Palace - Opulent and beautiful, the Dolmabahce Palace is compared to the Palace of Versailles.
6. Suleymaniye Mosque - Beauty and tranquillity of the Suleymaniye Mosque gives its travellers an inspiring sense of spirituality
7. Grand Bazaar -  The 5,000 shops make it one of the largest indoor marketplaces in the world.
8. Topkapi Palace - One of the must-see attractions in Istanbul, the Palace combines history and stunning scenery.
9. Blue Mosque - Built in the early 17th century, Blue Mosque is an active house of worship today.
10. Hagia Sophia - When built, it was the largest cathedral in the world, and was an inspiration for other mosques.

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