Located at the eastern side
of the Mediterranean Sea lies the beautiful country of Turkey, famous for its
rich cultural heritage, striking scenery, the Blue Mosque and of course,
Turkish Baths. But fly to Istanbul, the country’s largest city and you will find
a wealth of attractions and events to entertain you.
Despite not being Turkey’s
capital city, Istanbul does boast over 13 million citizens, making it the
largest in the country. It also sits on one of the world’s busiest waterways
between the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara which was an important historical
trade route.
Made up of 39 districts, each
offers an insight into Istanbul’s long history, such as Yali which plays host
to a wealth of luxury houses and mansions.
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| Hagia Sophia - Courtesy of wikipedia.org |
The architecture in Istanbul
is what really sets the city apart from others. The Hagia Sophia is the perfect
example of such exquisite architecture. Once a church, then a mosque and now a
museum, the Hagia Sophia was built in 537 and stands proudly in the heart of
the city centre.
If it’s the local cuisine you
have come to taste, being a seaside city means Istanbul offers countless delicious
seafood restaurants along it’s coastline. Poseidon, is a must for seafood
lovers with its exquisite cuisine and beautiful views across the bay, Poseidon
is a favourite amongst both locals and visitors.
What are your recommendations
for this impressive city?
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