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Things to Do in Kadikoy (Updated 2022)

1 February 2022 by Serhat Engül

Istanbul is a large city, and there’s plenty to see. You might not be able to experience everything in one visit, but choosing the right area to go to can help to make your trip as memorable as possible. Kadikoy is a place that should not be overlooked by those who visit Istanbul. Because there are many things to do in Kadikoy regarding dining, shopping and … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Kadikoy (Updated 2022)

Best Walking Routes and Areas in Istanbul

27 January 2021 by Serhat Engül

Walking is the best way to tour in historically rich cities wherever you travel in the world. No matter how attractive it may seem to take a double-decker bus or public transport to visit touristic sites, some things will still be missing unless you discover the streets by walking with a map in your hand. In this article you can find the best walking routes in Istanbul from an … [Read more...] about Best Walking Routes and Areas in Istanbul

Byzantine Sites in Istanbul – Museums & Ruins

28 December 2021 by Serhat Engül

Hello, I am Serhat Engul, a historian and tour guide based in Istanbul. In this article, I would like to share information about the Byzantine sites in Istanbul. You can find Byzantine churches, museums, walls and cisterns that you can see today in Istanbul. Towards the end of the article, I briefly mentioned the Byzantine palace ruins. The Names of Istanbul Throughout … [Read more...] about Byzantine Sites in Istanbul – Museums & Ruins

20 Best NEIGHBORHOODS in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)

5 March 2022 by Serhat Engül

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Many tourists who visit Istanbul wonder about the most beautiful places to see in the city. Located on two continents, Istanbul has many beautiful districts to visit both on the European and Asian sides. Each of these districts stands out with their different features. In this article you can find the best neighborhoods to visit in Istanbul. The best neighborhoods in … [Read more...] about 20 Best NEIGHBORHOODS in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)

20 Best Things to Do in Sultanahmet 2022

13 January 2022 by Serhat Engül

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Sultanahmet comes first when it comes to visiting historical places in Istanbul. The most famous structures of Istanbul such as Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace are located in Sultanahmet. For this reason, there are many things to do in Sultanahmet for tourists. I have been working in Istanbul's tourism industry for nearly 20 years. During this time, I first … [Read more...] about 20 Best Things to Do in Sultanahmet 2022

26 Best THINGS TO DO in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)

11 March 2022 by Serhat Engül

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It may take some time for the people visiting Istanbul for the first time to grasp the size of Istanbul. Especially foreign visitors are amazed by the number of things to do in Istanbul. In this mega city that has a population over 15 million, the life continues 7/24. While some parts of the city become quite silent at night, the entertainment lasts till morning in other … [Read more...] about 26 Best THINGS TO DO in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)

30 Best PLACES TO VISIT in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)

5 March 2022 by Serhat Engül

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The list of the best places to visit in Istanbul may seem overwhelming at first glance. Since Istanbul was the capital of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires, it has a rich cultural heritage. In this article, I have shared detailed information about Istanbul's museums, mosques and churches for history enthusiasts. Afterwards, you can also take a look at the best things … [Read more...] about 30 Best PLACES TO VISIT in Istanbul (Updated → 2022)

Things To Do in Karakoy Neighborhood

22 July 2021 by Serhat Engül

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Karakoy was the port of the city in both Byzantine and Ottoman periods. The Karakoy neighborhood, which serves as a bridge between the Historic Peninsula and Beyoglu (Modern Istanbul), still bears the traces of that cosmopolitan structure. Karakoy has been one of the fastest developing districts of Istanbul in the last ten years. New 3rd wave coffee shops, burger restaurants … [Read more...] about Things To Do in Karakoy Neighborhood

Things to Do in GALATA (Updated → 2022)

5 March 2022 by Serhat Engül

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Thanks to the growing interest in history, some of the neighborhoods in Istanbul began to stand out among others. Fener Balat, Karakoy, Galata, and Kuzguncuk are the most prominent of such neighborhoods. Although modern cafes and restaurants are plenty in these areas where neighborhood culture is still alive, the visitors can still feel the nostalgic atmosphere in these … [Read more...] about Things to Do in GALATA (Updated → 2022)

Fener and Balat Walking Tour Guide

8 September 2021 by Serhat Engül

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Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar are at the top of the list of tourists visiting Istanbul. For this reason, the eastern side of the Historic Peninsula is frequently visited. However, there was a lively life on the west side of the Old City in both the Byzantine and Ottoman periods. I recommend you to take a Fener and Balat walking tour to follow the traces of this … [Read more...] about Fener and Balat Walking Tour Guide

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