Category Istanbul

Istanbul is the only city in the world that straddles two continents, with its European and Asian sides connected by bridges and ferries crossing the Bosphorus strait. Once the capital of three successive empires – Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman – its skyline is still defined by domes and minarets that tell thousands of years of history. Today it’s a vibrant metropolis of over 15 million people, blending grand bazaars, world-class cuisine, and a thriving arts scene with one of the busiest transit networks in Europe.