"Explore Istanbul, a city of contrasts
The Turkish city of Istanbul is a bustling, exotic place, full of stunning architecture and fascinating sights and sounds.
Situated on the Bosphorus River and the dividing line between the East and West, Istanbul is Turkey's largest city and it spans the edges of Europe and Asia.
With a population of 12 million people, Istanbul is busy and vibrant, with old traditions rubbing shoulders with the ancient world and a breathtaking skyline."
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