In this video you will show you top 5 places that you can visit in Istanbul.
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Istanbul is a city that straddles two continents.
It is a place where East meets West.
Stand in Europe on one side of the Bosporus Strait and cross to the other side to stand
in Asia.
Istanbul has a long and colorful history.
There are many things to do in Istanbul.
From viewing magnificent buildings, visiting museums, and cruises on the Bosporus, to shopping,
dining and unforgettable nights out.
The Blue Mosque Built in the 17th century, the mosque caused
a furor throughout the Muslim world when it was finished, as it had six minarets (the
same number as the Great Mosque of Mecca).
A seventh minaret was gifted to Mecca to stem the dissent.
The mosque gets the Blue Mosque nickname because of its interior decoration of tens of thousands
of Iznik tiles.
Officially called Sultan Ahmed Mosque, the Blue Mosque can be considered as a triumph
of harmony, proportion and elegance.
Although the mosque is an active place of Islamic worship, it is also open to tourists.
Topkapi Palace Built in the 15th century, this glorious palace
was where the sultans of the Ottoman Empire lived and ruled from.
Topkapi Palace is one of the must-see attractions in Istanbul that combines history and stunning
scenery.
The huge complex is a dazzling display of Islamic art, with luxurious courtyards lined
with hand-painted tiles, all surrounded by battlemented walls and towers.
It is a magnificent oriental palace and one of the world s largest and richest museums.
Topkapi Palace is located on a triangular promontory towering over the Bosporus & Golden
Horn.
The Basilica Cistern The Basilica Cistern is the huge ancient subterranean
cistern under streets of Istanbul.
It was constructed during the 6th century and used to provide water for the city s palace
and other important buildings.
The ceiling of the cistern is supported by grand columns, a few of which have ancient
carvings, and the roof has arches and cross-shaped vaults.
The Basilica Cistern is atmospheric and a little bit creepy.
Galata Tower Galata Tower rises over the Istanbul skyline,
offering breathtaking views of the old city and its surroundings.
This medieval stone tower, known as the Tower of Christ, was the tallest building in Istanbul
when it was built in 1348.
However, it still stands tall over Istanbul today.
Dating back to the 14th century, the tower was used as an observation tower to spot fires.
Today, it includes a caf , restaurant and a night club.
They can be reached by an elevator.
The Grand Bazaar This massive covered market is basically the
world's first shopping mall, taking up a whole city quarter, surrounded by thick walls.
It was once at the hub of trade in the Mediterranean, with many caravans passed with goods from
Europe and Asia.
Today with 5,000 shops bazaar is considered as one of the largest and oldest indoor marketplaces
in the world.
You can find here jewelry, carpets, spices, antique furniture and hand-painted ceramics.
The Grand Bazaar is an excellent shopping adventure that you cannot miss.
That's it.
Now you will know what places you can visit in Istanbul.
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