St.Sophia, built by Constantine the Great in the 4th century
and reconstructed by Justinian in the 6th century, is one
of the architectural marvels of all time. Sultanahmet Mosque,
built in 16th century, is known as Blue Mosque because of
its magnificent interior decoration of blue Iznik tiles. Hippodrome,
center of... >>more>>
Topkapı Palace, imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans exhibitiny
imperial treasury, Chinese porcelain, weapons, calligraphy
section etc.Süleymaniye Mosque, masterpiece of famous architect
Sinan, built in the name of Süleyman the magnificent during
16th century... >>more>>
Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar), mystical smells of different
aromas of varius spices. Shops selling fruits, vegetables,
flowers, fish etc.Bosphorus Cruise, through the waterway separating
the two continents, Asia and Europe with a posibility to take
pictures of marble palaces. Ancient wooden villas of Ottoman
architecture besides modern residentials and luxurious...
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Beylerbeyi Palace, the summer residence of Ottoman Sultans
with its original furniture and magnificent gardens with the
Harem on the Asia side.Bosphorus Bridge, unique change to
step from one continent (Asia) to another (Europe).Çamlıca
Hill, exposing a panoramic view of Istanbul and Bosphorus
from the best point of view... >>more>>
Cruise in Marmara Sea to Princes’ Islands, stop at Büyükada,
the popular summer resort with sandy beaches and pine wood
scenery, once the pleasure island of Byzantine Princes. Tour
of the island with horse-drawn carriages before lunch at a
fish restaurant. Evening return to Istanbul and transfer to
hotels... >>more>>