Istanbul, where continents merge
Deniz Ipek Clarke
Nov 19, 2011
Why Istanbul?
This is a city famous for bridging Europe and Asia but it bridges history and culture as well as geography. Since the days of Byzantium through to the Ottoman Empire and now modern-day secular Turkey, Istanbul's fusion of cultures has left it with a rich heritage of palaces, mosques, museums and even a Roman Basilica. Whether you appreciate this by sipping tea on a Bosphorous cruise, diving into the museums and palaces, or enjoying the everyday life on display in the city's public parks, Istanbul ingratiates itself to residents and visitors alike.
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