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On the edge of the European border, Istanbul is a city that reflects both European and Middle Eastern cultures and habits. Istanbulitself is separated by the BosporusStraitwith part of the city in Europe and the other part in Asia. The city has a deep history and has quite a mix of different things to see and do. Most of the most well known things exist in the European section as this is where the some of the earlier version of the city existed. The Hagia Sofia has to be one of the most impressive attractions in the city if not the world. This structure was originally during the Rule of the Eastern Roman Empirebut it then was converted into a mosque during the later Islamic rule. Now it’s a museum with a fantastic collection of mosaics within a masterpiece of Roman engineering. Topkapı Palace is another key site and was the original Palace for the Ottoman Sultans. After that, exercise your brain at theMuseum of Archaeology where there is one of the world’s best collection of artefacts with extensive collections from the Mesopotamian Region. Then relax in one of Istanbul’s best features, the Hamams or Turkish baths. The quality varies dramatically so find out the nest ones before you go and you won’t be disappointed.
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