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The one-time capital of the Roman Empire, the Byzantine Empire, the Latin Empire and the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul is one of the world’s most important cities, and a haven for history lovers, architecture lovers and culture mavens from across the globe.

The city’s ancient history is on permanent... Read More The one-time capital of the Roman Empire, the Byzantine Empire, the Latin Empire and the Ottoman Empire, Istanbul is one of the world’s most important cities, and a haven for history lovers, architecture lovers and culture mavens from across the globe.

The city’s ancient history is on permanent display at its innumerable historic sightseeing spots. Tourists flock to historic mosques like Aya Sofya, the Blue Mosque and the Suleyman Mosque, each boasting soaring domes and stunning architectural features. The massive Topkapi Palace, once the seat of power for the Ottoman Sultans for almost 400 years, is now one of the city’s largest and most popular sightseeing spots.

When not visiting one of Istanbul’s Archaeology Museums, tourists flock to the Grand Bazaar, one of the largest covered markets in the world. Since its beginnings in the 15th century, the bazaar has grown to encompass 58 covered streets, with over 4,000 stores selling traditional wares like pottery, jewelry and spices, in addition to a host of other standard retail options.

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