Spring in Istanbul
It’s not often you can take a trip to Asia from Europe and be back in time for tea, but with Istanbul’s location on the Boshporous strait you can! Read on to find out more...
It’s not often you can take a trip to Asia from Europe and be back in time for tea, but with Istanbul’s location on the Boshporous strait you can!
And because of its location, which combines the Black Sea and the Sea of Marmara it is a great place to take a cruise whether for sunset views, entertainment or historical interest. Travel through the waterway separating the two continents, see marble palaces, ancient wooden villas of Ottoman architecture, and modern residential and luxurious apartments. You can also see the Rumeli Fortress from the water, a historical armament built by the Conqueror to control and protect the Bosphorus. A unique example of military architecture:
Book your tickets for the Bosphorus and Black Sea Afternoon Cruise here Bosphorus and Black Sea Afternoon Cruise with Lunch - Yacooba, and enjoy a delicious lunch, stunning sightseeing, and even a swim in the Black Sea if the temperature is warm enough.
Or book a Dinner Cruise, and enjoy the beauty of the city as the sun goes down with unlimited drinks, food and entertainment!
A trip to the Hagia Sophia Mosque impressive both inside and out and the Ottoman-era Blue Mosque, famous for its abundance of blue tiles is also well worth adding to your itinerary.
For more Ottoman-style architecture, and one of Istanbul's most significant museums, visit the Topkapi Palace and Museum. The Topkapi Museum is the only place you can see Ottoman-style architecture blending with Islamic influence, and at the palace see where the sultans were in residence for over 400 years. Learn how the palace came to be a symbol of Turkey's transformation from a feudal society into a mighty empire. Topkapi Palace Museum: Skip the Line Plus Audio Guide - Yacooba
There's plenty more to see and do from bazaars to architecture and dining. You are truly spoilt for choice in Istanbul, and if you are a cat lover too then there is no place like Istanbul to find a feline friend, so why not take a look and curate your perfect travel package today!
