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Inside Background
Architecture 
Historic "Yali"s (waterfront summer homes of the Ottoman aristocrats) make up a...
Last edited: 27 March 2006
Culture 
Istanbul is one of the most cosmopolitan cities in the world.  While the...
Last edited: 03 February 2008
Health & Safety 
By and large, Istanbul is a safe city. Like all large cities, normal...
Last edited: 25 December 2009
Neighborhoods 
Istanbul is divided into little pockets of different neighborhoods but the real...
Last edited: 29 August 2009
Recommended Reading 
For most tourists to Turkey, DK Witness is a great resource for tourism...
Last edited: 14 October 2009
Tourist Board Info 
There are several places all over the city in different areas that you can...
Last edited: 14 October 2009
Weather & When to Go 
The best time to visit Turkey has to be Spring (April to June) for many reasons...
Last edited: 27 September 2009
Background 
Istanbul is a city where East meets West. Being the only city in the world that...
Last edited: 14 October 2009
Magic of Sanli Urfa  
Sanli Urfa (Glorious Urfa)  is a city in Eastern Turkey located on the plains...
Last edited: 12 June 2006
Mimar Sinan, Sinan the Master Builder 
Very Briefly, The sky line that is Istanbul is the creation of Mimar Sinan...
Last edited: 10 November 2008
Things to Know Before you Go 
Istanbul is a great place to visit!   Nowhere else will you find such a...
Last edited: 14 October 2009
Tunel: 100 Seconds of Nostalgia 
Tunel has always been special for Istanbul and Beyoglu lovers. It’s difficult...
Last edited: 15 December 2007
Turkish Baths 
Turkish baths (hamams) are a great escape for all seasons - in winter when it...
Last edited: 07 March 2008
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
Istanbul has two Airports. The main Airport is located on the European side of...
Last edited: 13 December 2009
Public Transportation 
Taxis are good transportation to get around Istanbul.  They are inexpensive...
Last edited: 11 September 2009
Taxis & Rental Cars 
Flying  to Sabiha Gocken Airport or to Ataturk Airport, you can use a taxi  to...
Last edited: 14 October 2009
Istanbul Airport Transfer 
Visitors coming from London and other cities of the world to Istanbul's smaller...
Last edited: 13 December 2009
Sabiha Gokcen Airport Transfer 
Visitors coming from London or other cities of the world to Istanbul's smaller...
Last edited: 13 December 2009
sabihagokcenairportshuttle... 
sabihagokcenairpo... offers excellent rates from both Sabiha Gokcen Airport and...
Last edited: 13 December 2009
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
Polonezkoy Introduction -  Everybody knows Istanbul, its beauty and history...
Last edited: 30 November 2009
First-time Visitors 
Try to stay in a central hotel like  the Best Western Empire Palace in...
Last edited: 23 July 2009
Things to Do 
Qual-ist Tours, provides city tours and transfers to/from ariport in Istanbul...
Last edited: 21 November 2009
Museums & Attractions 
Closed Monday Hagia Sophia           ... 09:00- 16:00            ... 20 ytl...
Last edited: 22 May 2009
Nightlife 
Istanbul Nightclubs Reina: Muallim Naci Caddesi 10 – Ortaköy. T: +90 212 259 59...
Last edited: 28 September 2009
Off the Beaten Path 
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Last edited: 06 October 2009
The Performing Arts 
800 YEARS OF LOVE-WHIRLING DERVISHES CEREMONY&SUFI MUSIC CONCERT The...
Last edited: 23 November 2008
Shopping 
One of the most dramatic and exciting shopping experiences in Istanbul is the...
Last edited: 14 October 2009
Sports & Activities 
You can also play golf in Istanbul. There are two 18 hole course; Klassis Golf...
Last edited: 21 November 2009
Anzac Day Gallipoli Tours - Turkey 
     What is Anzac Day Gallipoli Turkey ?    Anzac day service, Anzac Day - 25...
Last edited: 22 December 2009
Everything about Istanbul 
Where to stay: Sultanahmet (the old city where all the monuments you see on TV...
Last edited: 23 November 2009
Galeri 44 Mozaik 
If you fall in love with the funky, felt hats of Istanbul, check out Galeri 44...
Last edited: 01 January 2009
istanbul travel 
http://www.istanb... Grand Ttg Travel A Class Travel Agency Authorized by...
Last edited: 17 December 2009
New Year Party in Istanbul 
ISTANBUL NEW YEAR PARTY ON THE BOSPHORUS BY BOAT http://www.privat... Duration...
Last edited: 16 December 2009
Polonezkoy, the Touristic Polish Village 
Discover the famous Polish village in Istanbul territory, by Ali Caglayan...
Last edited: 24 November 2009
Sunrise at Mt. Nemrut 
   Want to climb a mountain, see the heads of  the gods?  Then Mt. Nemrut is...
Last edited: 24 March 2007
Taksim, Beyoglu, and Istiklal 
 EUROPEAN SIDE OF ISTANBUL TAKSIM: BEYOGLU: ISTIKLAL  Directions: Taksim can be...
Last edited: 29 July 2009
Tourist Traps 
Tourist Traps Turkish tourism office (marked by "i" sign and easily found at...
Last edited: 29 September 2008
Bagdat Street (Bagdat caddesi) 
Bagdat street is the heart of the Asian side of Istanbul. The lively part...
Last edited: 27 February 2007
Bosphorus Zoo 
http://www.bospho... Nice zoo, the most comprehensive in Turkey,  loved it...
Last edited: 21 November 2009
Cemberlitas Hamami 
Great old Hamam! Ideal to unwind after a long day of meetings (or sightseeing...
Last edited: 01 July 2008
Cooking Alaturka 
Spice up your trip to Istanbul! Take home some of the local specialities by...
Last edited: 30 March 2009
Emirgan Park 
Emirgan Park is a lovely place to spend some time in greenery away from the...
Last edited: 07 October 2009
Gedikpasa Hamami 
Gedik Ahmet Paşa had Mimar Hayrettin who was one of the most famous architects...
Last edited: 11 September 2009
Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya) 
If you visit Istanbul's Hagia Sophia, here are some maps, which are designed for
Last edited: 15 November 2008
Hodjapasha Culture Center 
One of the most enduring symbols of Turkey is that of the Whirling Dervishes...
Last edited: 02 October 2009
Istanbul Daily City Tours 
Qual-ist Tours, http://www... city tours and transfers to/from ariport, with a...
Last edited: 18 December 2009
Suleymaniye Mosque 
The Suleymaniye Mosque was built by the famous Turkish architect Sinan.  Aghia...
Last edited: 28 January 2007
Sultanahmet District 
If you visit Istanbul's Sultanahmet District, you can visit these maps, which...
Last edited: 14 October 2009
Topkapi Palace 
Topkapi Palace is an amazing place to see. It is not only immense in size and...
Last edited: 26 August 2009
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Inside Dining Scene
Dining Overview 
ASMALIMESCIT BALIKCISI Asmalimescit Sea Food Restaurant was founded in November...
Last edited: 09 May 2008
Cheap Eats 
If you happen to visit Istanbul during the cold season, buy a bag of warm...
Last edited: 07 December 2008
Dining with a View 
Mehmet Usta Restaurant has the best view and the best fish in town.. It is on...
Last edited: 19 September 2008
Turkish Food 101 
  In Turkey,  the freshness of the ingredients is the reason that Turkish food...
Last edited: 10 November 2008
Asitane Restaurant 
Asitane Restaurant is situated under the red shadow of the magnificient Chora...
Last edited: 07 August 2009
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Inside Turkey: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Sterling, Euros and Dollars can be easily changed into Turkish Lira at all...
Last edited: 23 September 2009
Crossing the Border 
Visas: Visas are required for many visitors, when obtaining visas  at the...
Last edited: 08 September 2009
Emergencies 
Emergency Phone Numbers Ambulance/Medical: 112 Fire: 110 Police: 155
Last edited: 27 September 2009
Important Phrases 
Turkish belongs to the Ural-Altaic family of languages, and is rather different...
Last edited: 06 September 2009
Telephones 
The International Dialing Code to access Turkish telephone numbers is 0090...
Last edited: 09 August 2008
Tipping & Etiquette 
Tipping: It is customary to leave a tip in restaurants (10%), for hotel...
Last edited: 15 July 2009
Duty Free Allowances into Turkey 
From the Turkish Culture & Tourism Office website called Go To Turkey...
Last edited: 24 October 2007
Some Travel Tips For Turkey 
Turkish pharmacies are great. They go out of their way to help travelers. Many...
Last edited: 12 December 2009
Tips on travel 
Drinking water Tap water is not safe for consumption, thus drink only bottled...
Last edited: 22 January 2009
Tour Guides 
Mr.Murat  /  Licensed Tour Guide Istanbul Tours TEL        :  +90 212 458 2191...
Last edited: 25 December 2009
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