Landmarks, Cultural Attractions and Historical Attractions in Istanbul, Turkey

Hagia Sophia is a 6th century Orthodox patriarchal basilica that was later used as a mosque, and is today a museum. Hagia Sophia is a 6th century Orthodox patriarchal basilica that was later used ... Hagia Sophia is a 6th century Orthodox patriarchal basilica that was later used as a mosque, and is ...

TheTopkapi Palace was the primary residence of the Ottoman Sultans for approximately 400 years of their 624-year reign. TheTopkapi Palace was the primary residence of the Ottoman Sultans for approxima... TheTopkapi Palace was the primary residence of the Ottoman Sultans for approximately 400 years of th...

It's the Ottoman Palace centered close to Taksim at the Dolmabahçe shore. It's the Ottoman Palace centered close to Taksim at the Dolmabahçe shore. It's the Ottoman Palace centered close to Taksim at the Dolmabahçe shore.

The Basilica Cistern, also known as ‘Yerebatan Cistern’ or Sunken Cistern, is the largest of the several hundred ancient... The Basilica Cistern, also known as ‘Yerebatan Cistern’ or Sunken Cistern, is th... The Basilica Cistern, also known as ‘Yerebatan Cistern’ or Sunken Cistern, is the largest of the sev...

Lying under the legs of the Bosphorus Bridge, this beautiful palace located amidst an attractive garden was built betwee... Lying under the legs of the Bosphorus Bridge, this beautiful palace located amid... Lying under the legs of the Bosphorus Bridge, this beautiful palace located amidst an attractive gar...

Also known as the Church of St Saviour in Chora (chora translates 'countryside' in Byzantine Greek, which refers to what... Also known as the Church of St Saviour in Chora (chora translates 'countryside' ... Also known as the Church of St Saviour in Chora (chora translates 'countryside' in Byzantine Greek, ...

It was built by the Genoese on the city walls of Galata, then a western (Genoese/Venetian) stronghold beside eastern (By... It was built by the Genoese on the city walls of Galata, then a western (Genoese... It was built by the Genoese on the city walls of Galata, then a western (Genoese/Venetian) stronghol...

Maiden's Tower, also called Leander's Tower, is built on a small islet surrounded by waters of Bosphorus off the Üsküdar... Maiden's Tower, also called Leander's Tower, is built on a small islet surrounde... Maiden's Tower, also called Leander's Tower, is built on a small islet surrounded by waters of Bosph...

Hagia Irene, which you will notice to your left after entering the outer yard of Topkapi Palace, is one of few Byzantine... Hagia Irene, which you will notice to your left after entering the outer yard of... Hagia Irene, which you will notice to your left after entering the outer yard of Topkapi Palace, is ...

The Sultan Ahmed Mosque is popularly known as the Blue Mosque for the blue tiles adorning the walls of its interior. The Sultan Ahmed Mosque is popularly known as the Blue Mosque for the blue tiles... The Sultan Ahmed Mosque is popularly known as the Blue Mosque for the blue tiles adorning the walls ...

Located in the neighbourhood of Zeyrek close to Fatih, Zeyrek Mosque is made by joining two former churches and a chapel... Located in the neighbourhood of Zeyrek close to Fatih, Zeyrek Mosque is made by ... Located in the neighbourhood of Zeyrek close to Fatih, Zeyrek Mosque is made by joining two former c...

A double-storey Roman one built during the reign of Valens (r. A double-storey Roman one built during the reign of Valens (r. A double-storey Roman one built during the reign of Valens (r.

While this partially intact marble pillar dating back to 4th century AD may seem unremarkable, it was the starting point... While this partially intact marble pillar dating back to 4th century AD may seem... While this partially intact marble pillar dating back to 4th century AD may seem unremarkable, it wa...

A neo-gothic anglican cathedral which would not be out of place in northwestern Europe, Crimean Memorial Church was buil... A neo-gothic anglican cathedral which would not be out of place in northwestern ... A neo-gothic anglican cathedral which would not be out of place in northwestern Europe, Crimean Memo...

Arguably the centre of World Orthodoxy, housed since 1586 in Church of St George (Greek: Agíou Geōrgíou, Turkish: Aya Yo... Arguably the centre of World Orthodoxy, housed since 1586 in Church of St George... Arguably the centre of World Orthodoxy, housed since 1586 in Church of St George (Greek: Agíou Geōrg...

A Bulgarian Orthodox church better known as Demir Kilise, i. A Bulgarian Orthodox church better known as Demir Kilise, i. A Bulgarian Orthodox church better known as Demir Kilise, i.

Although not at the size of Hagia Sophia, this is the largest church (still used for religious activities) in Turkey. Although not at the size of Hagia Sophia, this is the largest church (still use... Although not at the size of Hagia Sophia, this is the largest church (still used for religious acti...