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Sightseeing in Sultanahmet: Scope Out Its Cultural Gems!

So many travellers are oblivious to the smaller, less popular places to stay when visiting a famous city, but anyone who decides to stay outside the main city centre of Istanbul and instead heads to the beautiful Sultanahmet area will be very pleasantly surprised. Quite often overlooked, this pretty corner of the city has so much history right on its doorstep. If you don’t want to endure public transport, there’s no need if you choose to stay in Sultanahmet, as

Istanbul in a Nutshell: A Travel Guide

As this neat infographic confirms, Istanbul is an amazing destination where east meets west and everywhere in between. The words ‘eclectic’ and ‘diverse’ simply do not do justice as descriptions of the sheer amount of cultural influences that collide in this large city of over 13 million people. As one of Turkey’s – and the world’s – most coveted cities, it stands as a bridge between Europe and Asia. A trip to Istanbul will be one continuous assault on the

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Discover Family-Friendly Istanbul

With its stunning historic buildings and rich cultural heritage, you may be forgiven for believing that Istanbul is a destination best suited to adults, but you’d be wrong. Turkey’s thriving, cosmopolitan city, Istanbul, has plenty to keep its younger visitors happy too. From theme parks and boat rides to one of the world’s largest aquariums, Istanbul is a great destination for families with young children.