"ISTANBUL, THE CITY WITH INTERNATIONAL CHARACTER
Date 10.01.2011
ISTANBUL, THE CITY WITH INTERNATIONAL CHARACTER
Twenty years ago, Istanbul attracted mainly wondering adventurers and culture enthusiasts whose sense of comfort and safety was outplayed by sheer fascination. However, this city has transformed into a dynamic cultural hotspot booming with tourists.
Istanbul has always been on the crossroads of cultures; it is a place where the East meets the West and for centuries has fascinated historians and culture enthusiasts alike. Istanbul suffered greatly in history and in the early 1990s was far away from a tourist-friendly destination. However, the last two decades brought prosperity and acclaim. According to a recent study by Brookings Institution and LSE Cities project, Istanbul is the ‘most dynamic city of 2010’."
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