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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

Best Neighborhoods to Visit in Istanbul 2021

27 January 2021 by Serhat Engül

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 Best Neighborhoods to Visit in Istanbul 2021

Places to Visit and Things to Do in Sultanahmet

14 July 2020 by Serhat Engül

Things to Do in Sultanahmet Places to Visit and Things to Do in Sultanahmet, Istanbul The most popular walking tours in Istanbul consist Sultanahmet and the nearby historical sites. As Sultanahmet was the administrative center for the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, naturally the most important structures were built at Sultanahmet and around it. In addition to the … [Read more...] about Places to Visit and Things to Do in Sultanahmet

Things To Do in Karakoy Neighborhood

14 July 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Istanbul Karakoy Neighborhood Things to Do in Karakoy Neighborhood of Istanbul Karakoy stands out as one of the most beautiful neighborhoods that reflect the cosmopolite structure of the Ottoman Empire. It’s possible to observe the multicultural business life of Istanbul throughout its history via the cultural heritance in Istanbul Karakoy Neighborhood. The Two Sides of … [Read more...] about Things To Do in Karakoy Neighborhood

Things to Do in Galata Neighborhood

10 July 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Istanbul Galata Neighborhood Things To Do in Galata Neighborhood of Istanbul 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 … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Galata Neighborhood

Fener and Balat Walking Tour Guide

6 December 2020 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

Places to Visit and Shopping in Istiklal Street

31 October 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Istiklal Street has been Istanbul’s most popular and cosmopolite area since the Ottoman Empire. Therefore, there are a lot of places to visit such as historical passages, centuries-old restaurants and colorful shops in Istiklal Street. There is no doubt that the fancy boutiques and shops under the buildings on Istiklal Street will attract your attention. However, don’t … [Read more...] about Places to Visit and Shopping in Istiklal Street

Istanbul Golden Horn Map of Neighborhoods

23 June 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Ancient Harbour Of Istanbul Golden Horn Istanbul Golden Horn Map of Neighborhoods The Golden Horn was the ancient natural harbour of Istanbul. The name “Golden Horn” is derived from the ancient Greek name Chrysokeras. Once the Byzantine & Ottoman naval ships docked here. History Of The Golden Horn during Byzantine Empire Nowadays Golden Horn is known as Halic (Halich) … [Read more...] about Istanbul Golden Horn Map of Neighborhoods

Istanbul Galataport Cruise Ship Terminal Map

21 July 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Istanbul Galataport Cruise Terminal Istanbul Galataport Cruise Ship Terminal Map Istanbul is one of the most popular destination for Mediterranean Cruise Ships. Mediterranean Tours start either from Italy or Istanbul. The third destination in between is Greece. Italy, Turkey and Greece possesses wide Greco-Roman heritage, therefore the journey provides a great deal of … [Read more...] about Istanbul Galataport Cruise Ship Terminal Map

Things To Do in Besiktas Neighborhood

10 July 2020 by Serhat Engül

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Istanbul Besiktas Neighborhood Things To Do in Besiktas Neighborhood of Istanbul Istanbul Besiktas neighborhood is located at the most beautiful spot of the Bosphorus. Besiktas is right in the middle of Dolmabahce Palace, Barbaros Avenue and Ciragan Palace triangle. Considered as one of the major hubs of Istanbul, Besiktas is bustling with people all-day-long. People who … [Read more...] about Things To Do in Besiktas Neighborhood

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Serhat EngülHello, I'm Serhat Engul. I am a licensed tour guide operating in Istanbul. I do walking tours in Istanbul focusing on Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman history. If you want to join a private guided tour in Istanbul, you can check out my references and tours from ABOUT page. I hope the articles I posted on this site help you in planning your Istanbul trip. I wish you a nice holiday in Istanbul! Read More…

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