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Istanbul
“If the world was only one country, Istanbul would be its capital.” Napolyon
There are not enough words to descript Turkey’s maybe the World’s most important city, Istanbul. There is a different history scene in every corner of this city that born and raised like a human being. Istanbul, which has been home to countless civilizations, embraced all of them like a mother and kept them alive without forgetting the previous one.
“If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul. ” Alphonse de Lamartine
This city, which has land in both Asia and Europe, reflects the calm, sedentary spirit of Anatolia in one side and carries the energy of Europe in the other side. The Bosphorus, which separates these two continents, is full of artifacts that we can see. With its rich history of thousands of years, Istanbul has been the subject of legends, novels, stories and poems.
It is the most populous, economic, historical and socio-cultural city of the country. This city, which combines different religions, cultures and ethnicities together, has become a symbol of tolerance. This city, which has a special importance for Christians, is considered the center of the Orthodox sect.
“All other cities are mortal, but I think Istanbul shall be eternal as long as mankind exists.” Gyllius
Topkapi Palace, which was used as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire, was built by Fatih Sultan Mehmet period on the conquest of Istanbul. This palace, where we can see the most beautiful architectural examples of the Ottoman ascension period, relics and countless Ottoman works, is visited by thousands of tourists every year.
Hagia Sophia, the oldest cathedral in the world and the longest place of worship for 15 centuries, has a very important place in the world of art and architecture. It had the largest dome of its period, an excellent example of Byzantine architecture. This place, which was accepted as an important place both in Byzantine history and Ottoman history, became the religious center of the state which was the ruler of the city.
The Basilica Cistern, which met the water needs of the city during the Byzantine period; the Dolmabahce Palace, which was used as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire and the was the place where Great Leader Mustafa Kemal Ataturk passed away; Architecture Sinan’s Suleymaniye Mosque; the Blue Mosque; Galata Tower and Maiden’s Tower; The Grand Bazaar where you can smell real Istanbul and Gulhane Park where you can get away from the city are just a few of Istanbul’s points of interest.
In addition, 9 different islands such as Buyukada, Heybeliada, Burgazada, Kinaliada, Sedefadasi, Sivriada, Yassiada, Kasik Island and Tavsan Island offer Istanbul tourists escape points.
Istanbul is not a city for a sightseeing route, it is a city to be lost in the streets. Of course, the structures we mentioned are very important, but every pavement in Istanbul has a different story.
Istanbul’s food culture has also been influenced by the cultural richness of the city and has managed to appeal to the palate with its hundreds of unique dishes. The culinary culture from the Byzantine period was enriched with the palace dishes of the Ottoman period and formed a new cuisine of its own.
Recipes from Istanbul:
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