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Learn to separate the bonito from the bluefish and the toric from the cod. Because the city of Istanbul means fish for some.

It may be a good idea to use the cable car on the way out and on foot when getting down. Don’t forget to visit the house where Mr. Loti stayed in Çemberlitaş.

The Galata Mevlevi Lodge (or Galata Mevlevihanesi) built in 1491 was the first Mevlevi house in Istanbul. Listen to Ferahfeza Mevlevi Ritual there.

This church is the only one of its kind manufactured in Vienna from cast iron and assembled in Istanbul.

This very-old “inn”, Büyük Valide Han is a place with an amazing view of Istanbul that not many tourists know. People climb to the roof, enjoy the view and wait their turn to get amazing pictures taken.

It is possible to enjoy a nice rest on Camlica Hill, accompanied by the magnificent view of Istanbul. It is ideal for breakfast and dinner, especially at a beautiful place with a view on the weekend.

Eating kumpir is a ritual in Ortaköy. You won’t regret it, no matter which counters you buy from, the street where the bakers are lined up. A baked potato with lots of butter and lots of cheese can be eaten plain. But still, you can fill it with Russian salad, pickles, olives, sausages, and spicy paste.

Turkish Baths form a large part of Turkish culture. If you have more than just a couple of days, spare a few hours to get rid of the travel stress, then turn your trip into a relaxing one.

Blahernai, the old name of the current Ayvansaray district, takes its name from the bonito beds here. So many fish spawned here that Constantinople would never go hungry. So, you should definitely try some fish and bread here, just like Byzantines!

The only city in the world, located on two continents, is best seen from the Bosphorus. Sail between Europe and Asia, admire coastal palaces, cross under connecting bridges and feed the seagulls.