
Istanbul and the Bosporus Travel
For more than 1,500 years, Istanbul (Constantinople) was the capital of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires. With the Bosphorus Straits dividing it in two, the city is where east meets west as it has both a European and Asian side, with different characters, and is the only city build on two continents. From Hagia Sophia to the Grand Bazaar, traditional hammams and the vibrant food scene, this city is rife with variety and has something for everyone. It is a city that is both modern and historic, modern and traditional, and hosts many international events. No matter when you decide to visit Istanbul, you're sure to be enchanted.
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