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Binbirdirek Cistern (Philoxenos) in Istanbul: history, open hours 2021

Binbirdirek is the second largest underground cistern in Istanbul, after the Basilica cistern. Istanbul’s famous Cistern of Philoxenos is situated between the Hippodrome of Constantinople and the Forum of Constantine. The subterranean man-made reservoir can be found in the city’s Sultanahmet District. The fully restored tourist attraction is open to visitors and is a must-see for historical buffs and culture

Princes’ Islands in Istanbul: Why and How to visit Adalar with one-day trip

Planning your trip, Sightseeing, Tours

Istanbul has many great tourist attractions to visit, but two of the city’s must-see destinations will take almost a full day of your holiday to explore. The two must-experience tourist attractions are Princes’ Islands and a boat trip on the Bosphorus. People often ask me whether it is worth sacrificing up to two days of their holiday in Istanbul to

Archaeological Museum in Istanbul (İstanbul Arkeoloji Müzeleri)

Planning your trip, Sightseeing

Istanbul city is full of great places and unique attractions. One of them is Istanbul Archaeological Museum. Located in Sultanahmet area near Topkapi Palace, it has a rich collection of interesting pieces from different civilizations such as Egyptian, Assyrian, Greek, Hittite, Roman, Byzantine and some from Ottoman. So keep in mind that you will spent there about 2 hours for

Rumeli Hisarı Fortress Museum in Istanbul

Planning your trip, Sightseeing

Rumeli Hisari Fortress was built in 1452 by the Ottoman Sultan Mehmed II, aka Mehmed the Conqueror. The fortress was built in preparation for the Ottoman’s conquest of the city of Constantinople – modern day Istanbul. Situated on the shore of the Bosphorus Strait, the fortress is a massive complex with a remarkable history. The fortress is across from the

Topkapi Palace Museum (Topkapı Sarayı) In Istanbul

Planning your trip, Sightseeing

The Topkapi Palace Museum is one of the must-visit tourist attractions in all of Istanbul. Located east of the Fatih District, the modern-day museum once served as the main palace for Istanbul’s rulers. In the 15th and 16th centuries, the Topkapi Palace was home to the Ottoman sultans who ruled from the immense dwelling. As a museum, the Topkapi Palace

Süleymaniye Mosque in Istanbul — the Ottoman Heritage by Mimar Sinan

Planning your trip, Sightseeing

Istanbul’s Suleymaniye Mosque is one of the most famous sites in the Turkish city. It is Istanbul’s largest mosque and sits on one of the city’s legendary seven hills. Tourists descend on the Suleymaniye Mosque during their trips to the gateway city for its incredible architecture, history, and significance to all religions in the area. Unfortunately, Istanbul’s Blue Mosque is

Theodosius (Şerefiye) Cistern in Istanbul

Planning your trip, Sightseeing

Constantinople, today — Istanbul, is full of different discoveries, one of them was Theodosius cistern, which was opened for visitors in 2018 as a museum. The Theodosius Cistern lies beneath the ancient city of Istanbul. Known as Şerefiye Sarnıcı in Turkish, Theodosius Cistern is one of many cisterns that are underground, unbeknownst to those who walk around on the surface

Coronavirus in Turkey: Istanbul is open for tourism in spite of partial lockdown

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These days you can visit one of the most beautiful and unique cities in the world — Istanbul — and enjoy your trip without crowds of people. Especially at weekends, when the city is under lockdown, the tourists can travel all around with no restrictions! Most of the museums, historical places and palaces are open for visit, with necessary measures,

Galata Tower (Galata Kulesi) in Istanbul

Planning your trip, Sightseeing

One of the best known symbols of Istanbul is famous Galata Tower. You can see it from many point’s of the city — from Eminönü pier and Galata bridge, from ferryboats which crossing Golden Horn and high points of Beyoğlu district. In 2020 Galata Tower was reconstructed and today is open as a museum. From it’s terrace you will face

Dolmabahce Palace in Istanbul

Planning your trip, Sightseeing

Positioned along the picturesque European shore of the Bosphorus Strait, this majestic imperial villa is the true emblem of Ottoman architectural fascination that is praised as the most expensive mansion in the world. There are 5 main parts of the Dolmabahçe Palace — Mabeyn-i Humayun, Muayede, Harem-i Humayun, Clock Tower, and Dolmabahçe Mosque. The real reason behind the construction of

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