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Where East meets West — Byzantine mosaics, Ottoman palaces & bazaars

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About Istanbul

Istanbul is the only city in the world that spans two continents. The Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, and Bosphorus strait create a collision of cultures, cuisines, and architecture that's unlike anywhere else. Turkish breakfast culture alone is worth the trip. Recommended.app helps you find the best tours, food experiences, and Bosphorus cruises.

Istanbul by the Numbers

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