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Hagia Sophia in Istanbul
🇹🇷 Türkiye

Istanbul

Where Europe meets Asia — domes, bazaars, Bosphorus ferries and baklava.

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Famous sights

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Hagia Sophia
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Hagia Sophia

Byzantium’s legendary dome crowns Istanbul’s skyline and layered imperial history.

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Blue Mosque
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Blue Mosque

Elegant minarets and blue tiles define Istanbul’s most iconic Ottoman silhouette.

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Topkapı Palace
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Topkapı Palace

Opulent courtyards and treasures reveal the power of the Ottoman sultans.

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Bosphorus
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Bosphorus

This shimmering strait delivers Istanbul’s signature water views between two continents.

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Known for

Hagia Sophia Grand Bazaar Bosphorus Turkish food
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Hagia Sophia & Blue Mosque

Two breathtaking domes facing each other.

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Grand Bazaar

Thousands of shops — lamps, rugs, spices and tea.

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Bosphorus ferry

Cross continents for the price of a coffee.

Best time to go

April to June and September to November — mild and pleasant.