Istanbul, the second largest city in Europe, situated on both sides of the Bosphorus sea it’s at the crossroads between Europe and Asia. It has been ruled by several empires and kingdoms during the centuries. The country as we know it today is the results of the visions of Ataturk, president of modern Turkey, transformed the nation into the what it is today.
I got to visit the city of Istanbul in 2012 and I must say it a remarkable city. The minarets and the many mosques scattered all over the city makes it look like a scene from “1001 nights”. Catch the ferry and sail across the Bosphorus to the asian side to catch the beautiful sunset. And then perhaps let your taste buds try out a delicious kebab, Turkish’s national dish. Or perhaps go down to the Galata Bridge and have a tasty fish sandwich? What about checking the spice marked out? Coffee, spices, nuts, turkish delights and different cheeses. The spice marked will defenetely fire up your senses.
The beautiful Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque also deserves a closeer look. After being amazed by these architectural wonders, head for a local turkish bath and get a real scrub. Finish it all of with a delicious cup of Turkish tea and a bowl of fresh Antep Pistachios.
Istanbul welcomes you with open arms! Spend 2-3 days in the city and then go off to explore the rest of Turkey. It has plenty to offer. What can I say about Istanbul? You don’t quite know where you are. Europe? Middle East? Or Asia? I would say Somewhere in between . A city like no other.
1. So tell me. What´s your ultimate Istanbul experience?
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Galata Bridge
The Blue Mosque
Maiden Tower
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