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Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul sits on the Bosphorus Strait, where Europe and Asia meet. Once the capital of both the Byzantine and Ottoman Empires, the city is home to landmarks of astounding beauty such as Topkapı Palace, the Blue Mosque and the Grand Bazaar. |
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The best way to see most of Istanbul is on foot. What seems to be a somewhat formidable task is simplified by breaking each walk down into smaller sections of the city. The most touristy but also historical part of town is the old city... [ more ] |
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A settlement on Sarayburnu was established around 655 BC. Triangular in shape, with water on two sides, it was a ready-made fortress. To the north, this peninsula later to be named the "Golden Horn" (Haliç in Turkish) formed a natural... [ more ] |
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