About City

Istanbul is a unique blend of two continents. Istanbul Strait, and particularly the Bosphorus, will lift your spirits. In addition to being Turkey's biggest and most populated metropolis, Istanbul also serves as the country's principal financial and cultural hub. In terms of geography and culture, Istanbul is seen as the connection connecting Asia and Europe.

Istanbul is located primarily in Europe but also in Asia. The intriguing cultural melting pot that exists there is the result of both its location and its long history. It has become the 5^th most popular tourist destination in the world as travellers throng to experience this enchanted city full of contrasts for themselves. Istanbul provides visitors with a unique experience thanks to its vibrant daytime culture and exciting nightlife. Roman aqueducts, Byzantine churches, Venetian towers, and Ottoman palaces from the Byzantine, Ottoman, and Turkish periods combine to form the city's stunning silhouette. Significant minarets are encircled by skyscrapers and plazas on the skyline. You will fall completely in love with the city, especially with the Historical Peninsula and the Bosphorus.

With more than 15 million inhabitants, Istanbul is also one of the most vibrant cities in the world, hosting a wide range of international events, international biennials, international film, music, and theatre festivals, as well as more than 80 museums and numerous art galleries that showcase all aspects of culture, the arts, and history, including painting, sculpture, photography, and more.

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