Istanbul Points of Interest
- Ortakoy: Visit this neighbourhood for art galleries, delicious cups of Turkish coffee and amazing views of the city over the water.
- Hagia Sophia Museum: Go inside a domed church featuring over 30 million gold tiles to access this museum.
- Blue Mosque: This 17th century mosque is an amazing example of Turkish architecture. The name gives a hint to the décor; the mosque is lined with thousands of blue tiles.
- Sultanahmet District: The historic centre of the city provides easy access to the city’s main attractions, or just enjoy the local shops and restaurants.
- Bosphorus Strait: Take a boat ride across the body of water that separates Europe and Asia.
Traditional Foods in Istanbul
Turkish food is usually a mix of many different cultures and cuisines that results in something unique and flavoursome. Specialities to definitely try on your visit to Istanbul include böreks, a huge pastry dish stuffed with minced meat or vegetables and cheese; authentic kebabs – you’ll be surprised at the difference in quality between the Turkish kebab and a takeaway version – and delicious Turkish delight; these soft, jellied sweets tend to be rose or fruit flavoured. Another sweet treat to keep an eye out for is baklava, a delicate pastry dish filled with nuts and syrup.
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