Istanbul, formerly known as Constantinople, is the only city on this planet that is spread across two continents, with one Bosphorus side in Europe and the other in Asia. It is one of the most populated cities in the world with a population of over 15 million. This city is the commercial as well as the cultural and historical centre of Turkey This vibrant metropolis has a fascinating past that can be seen through the presence of vestiges of the Byzantine, Ottoman and empires that are sprinkled in the form of grand palaces, ancient museums and age-old churches.
Spring season from March to May and Autumn season from September to November are considered to be the best seasons to visit Istanbul. During this period, the city is blessed with pleasant and comfortable weather.
A unique city where east meets west has myriad of unique attractions to engage you. Visit the iconic and stunning attraction of the city, Hagia Sophia, to admire its sheer beauty and Byzantine architecture, adore the classy blue interiors of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, take a cruise on Bosphorus Strait to get some scenic views or witness the spectacular sights of the city from the top of Galata Tower. Pera Museum, Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, Istanbul Archaeological Museum, Topkapi Palace, Dolmabahce Palace and Basilica Cistern are some famous sites for history buffs and art lovers. Istanbul Toy Museum, Jurassic Land, SEA LIFE Aquarium, Miniaturk and Vialand are some kid-friendly places.
With one foot in Europe and the other in Asia, Istanbul is a delight for shopaholics. The city offers great shopping options ranging from historical street markets to classy and designer boutiques. Lokum, a Turkish delight, is a must-buy product. It is gummy sweet that comes in different varieties. The Grand Bazaar, Egyptian Bazaar and Istiklal Caddesi are some recommended street markets to buy jewellery, carpets and other traditional products.
Istanbul is the ultimate delight for gastronomists. From quirky cafes, local food joints to fancy restaurants, the city is studded with several dining options. Antique Terrace Restaurant, Kale Cafe, Ziya Sark Sofrasi, Kat Restaurant & Cafe Bar and Erhan Restaurant are some good places to savour Turkish delicacies. Visit Musafir Indian Restaurant, SWAAD Indian Restaurant, Delhi Darbar Indian Restaurant and India Gate Indian Restaurant for Indian food.
When it comes to nightlife, Istanbul will not disappoint anyone as it is dotted with nightclubs, bars and clubs of every budget. Reina, Club 29, Anjelique and Sortie are some fancy nightclubs known for the elite crowd and scenic views.
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You can reach Istanbul via direct flights from following popular cities:
Mumbai,
Bangalore,
Hyderabad,
Delhi and
Chennai. Also, popular Indian cities to travel from Istanbul via flights are
Hyderabad,
Ahmedabad,
Pune,
Kochi and
Kolkata. Some of the famous International cities to which you can travel from Istanbul via flights are
Athens,
Kayseri,
Dubai,
Dalaman and
Adana. There are many cities from Istanbul where you can travel for holiday trip like
Athens,
Dubai,
Muscat,
Abu Dhabi and
Jeddah.
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