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Ranked #1 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Beautiful” 19/06/2013
- “Stunning” 18/06/2013
Category: Art Museums; History Museums
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This 11th-century church was noted for its remarkable mosaics illustrating scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin...
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This 11th-century church was noted for its remarkable mosaics illustrating scenes from the life of Christ and the Virgin Mary. It has since been converted into a museum.
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Ranked #2 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “the old town” 18/06/2013
- “Everyone should visit Istanbul!” 18/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #3 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Wonderful place” 19/06/2013
- “Worth the entry price” 19/06/2013
Category: Architectural Buildings; Religious Sites; History Museums; Historic Sites
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This architectural marvel displays 30 million gold tiles throughout its interior, and a wide, flat dome which was a bold...
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This architectural marvel displays 30 million gold tiles throughout its interior, and a wide, flat dome which was a bold engineering feat at the time it was constructed in the 6th century.
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Ranked #4 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Worth the walk” 19/06/2013
- “Outstanding” 18/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Famed architect Sinan built this majestic structure for one of the greatest rulers of the Ottoman Empire. Although this...
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Famed architect Sinan built this majestic structure for one of the greatest rulers of the Ottoman Empire. Although this mosque is less ornate, there are many similarities between it and the Hagia Sophia since the same architect was responsible for both.
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Ranked #5 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “full of history” 18/06/2013
- “Lovely area” 18/06/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods; Historic Walking Areas
The old section of Istanbul where you can find many attractions including Topkapi Palace and the Blue Mosque.
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Ranked #6 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Sweet Mosque Great Tiles” 18/06/2013
- “A fitting monument for a rogue” 16/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
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One of the smaller mosques in the city, it was built by Rustem Pasa in 1561 and is noted for the very fine tiles covering the...
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One of the smaller mosques in the city, it was built by Rustem Pasa in 1561 and is noted for the very fine tiles covering the interior and exterior walls.
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Ranked #7 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “An unusual tourist trap” 19/06/2013
- “An absolute surprise.” 19/06/2013
Category: Ancient Ruins
The Basilica Cistern (Turkish: Yerebatan Sarayı - "Sunken Palace", or Yerebatan Sarnıcı - "Sunken Cistern") is located in opposite of Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Blue Mosque). it's a... more »
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Ranked #8 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Nice Museum” 19/06/2013
- “So much stuff to see spend plenty of t...” 18/06/2013
Category: Museums
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The Rahmi M Koç Museum is the first major museum in Turkey dedicated to the history of Transport, Industry and...
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The Rahmi M Koç Museum is the first major museum in Turkey dedicated to the history of Transport, Industry and Communications. Housed in magnificent buildings - themselves prime examples of industrial archaeology - on the shore of the historic Golden Horn, the collection contains thousands of items from gramophone needles to full size ships and aircraft.
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Ranked #9 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Lovely way to spend afternoon” 19/06/2013
- “Extended Bosphorus tour on the public...” 16/06/2013
Category: Bodies of Water
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Ranked #10 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Amazing Archeological Museum” 19/06/2013
- “A truly rewarding experience” 18/06/2013
Category: History Museums
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Besides its importance as the first Turkish museum, it remains one of the world's largest museums with over one million...
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Besides its importance as the first Turkish museum, it remains one of the world's largest museums with over one million works. Opened to the public in 1891, it houses a collection of Greek, Roman and Byzantine artifacts.
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Ranked #11 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “cant compare to ayasofya” 16/06/2013
- “a wonderful surprise” 05/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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Ranked #12 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Worth a visit” 19/06/2013
- “Worth the visit” 19/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites
Just amazing! Travellers call it "Blue Mosque" but Turks call it ''SultanAhmet Mosque". If it is in your itinerary both ways, it is NOT two places, but the same place. Built... more »
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Ranked #13 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Fantastic” 18/06/2013
- “Very important place for devout Muslim...” 17/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
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This mosque stands outside the city walls at the location where Hz Eyyubu El-Ensari, a noted Islamic individual, died in the...
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This mosque stands outside the city walls at the location where Hz Eyyubu El-Ensari, a noted Islamic individual, died in the assault on Constantinople in 670 AD.
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Ranked #14 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “First mosque after Turks conquered Ist...” 17/06/2013
- “wonderful” 16/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
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Named for the Ottoman conqueror of Istanbul, this mosque was part of a large religious complex atop one of the city's many...
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Named for the Ottoman conqueror of Istanbul, this mosque was part of a large religious complex atop one of the city's many hills. Among the other original buildings in the complex were a school, library and hospital.
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Ranked #15 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “not worth the trip” 18/06/2013
- “Classy and Amazing” 16/06/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #16 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Really Turkish!” 13/06/2013
- “Real authentic experiance” 06/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Ranked #17 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Would go back again” 19/06/2013
- “Fascinating, but forget the audio guid...” 19/06/2013
Ottoman Relics Tour by Tourqo.com (SAC2) Half Day Afternoon Tour (Walking Tour) Topkapı Palace was the main residence of the sultan and his court.It was initially the seat of... more »
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Ranked #18 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Great experience!” 19/06/2013
- “not truly modern” 18/06/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Temporary and permanent exhibition halls, photography gallery, cinema hall, video art area and new media art area make up the...
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Temporary and permanent exhibition halls, photography gallery, cinema hall, video art area and new media art area make up the platform that presents diverse forms of art that can be experienced at Istanbul Modern in addition to an arts library, a shop that combines design with art and its cafe and restaurant that offers its visitors a fantastic view of Istanbul.
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Ranked #19 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Beautiful and great” 16/06/2013
- “very nice mosque” 15/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites
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Ranked #20 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Dining like a Sultan in a palace” 16/06/2013
- “its too expensive” 10/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites
A former Ottoman palace, now a five-star hotel of the Kempinski Hotels chain.
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Ranked #21 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Recommended” 16/06/2013
- “Different architecture” 16/06/2013
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings
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This mosque was positioned on a hill overlooking the harbor at Eminonu. Today, the local pigeons make their home in its...
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This mosque was positioned on a hill overlooking the harbor at Eminonu. Today, the local pigeons make their home in its graceful domes and arches.
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Ranked #22 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Out of the tourist centers and 100% wo...” 14/06/2013
- “huge from horn” 12/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites
This three-towered fortress was built in 1452 on the Bosphorus to protect the narrow waterway from advancing ships.
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Ranked #23 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “all istanbul in one place” 12/06/2013
- “Helicopter simulation tour” 07/06/2013
Category: Parks
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Minaturk is just what it sounds like: a mini version of treasures found in Turkey. The park contains 105 models done in...
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Minaturk is just what it sounds like: a mini version of treasures found in Turkey. The park contains 105 models done in 1/25th scale, about half of them from Istanbul and the rest from Anatolia and the Ottoman territories outside of Turkey.
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Ranked #24 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Just an art show” 31/05/2013
- “Quirky little free museum” 29/04/2013
Category: Art Museums
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Ranked #25 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “<3 my fav. <3” 14/06/2013
- “Looks Lovely from Afar” 10/06/2013
Category: Historic Sites
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According to Turkish legend, a princess was locked in this tower to protect her from being bitten by a snake. Over the years...
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According to Turkish legend, a princess was locked in this tower to protect her from being bitten by a snake. Over the years the tower has been used as a customs station, lighthouse and a residence for retired naval officers.
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Ranked #26 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Beautiful and Green” 31/05/2013
- “Tulips and Bosphorus” 30/05/2013
Category: Parks
Emirgan Park is a lovely place to spend some time in greenery away from the city. It overlooks the Bosphorus in the suburb of Emirgan. The park, one of the largest in Istanbul... more »
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Ranked #27 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “What an amazing experience.” 07/06/2013
- “Wonderful, even if you haven't read th...” 29/05/2013
Category: Museums
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Ranked #28 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “nice place to be for a few ours” 19/06/2013
- “Don't forget to test "Kumpir"” 16/06/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
This charming neighborhood of renovated old buildings is home to many restaurants, shops and artist galleries.
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As featured in Istanbul off the beaten path
Ranked #29 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “courtyard not to be missed” 08/05/2013
- “Closed for construction” 03/05/2013
Category: Art Museums
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The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum showcases Islamic calligraphy, tiles and rugs and recreates rooms or dwellings from...
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The Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum showcases Islamic calligraphy, tiles and rugs and recreates rooms or dwellings from Turkish cultures, particularly nomadic groups.
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Ranked #30 of 583 attractions in Istanbul
- “Place fo the Elite .” 24/05/2013
- “Istanbuls version of "made in Chelsea"” 17/05/2013
Category: Neighbourhoods
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