Blog

A must-witness and unique religious ceremony, believed to bring the dervishes closer to God. There are culture centers where you can attend one of their shows in Istanbul.

Kebab, unlike what you may think, is not just one dish, it’s the name of a cuisine. There are maybe 60+ types of totally different food. Visit a kebab restaurant and get a mixed-kebab to taste most types.

Make sure to visit the second-hand booksellers and watch the book auctions in old Sahafs in Istanbul.

As you know, Turkish coffee is a world-wide-popular drink. Kuru Kahveci Mehmet Efendi in the Grand Bazaar is the most popular place where you can buy freshly ground coffee.

As Topkapi Palace on the first hill, Nuruosmaniye Mosque on the second hill, Suleymaniye Mosque on the third hill, Fatih Mosque on the fourth hill, Yavuz Sultan Selim Mosque on the fifth hill, Mihrimah Sultan Mosque on the sixth hill and Haseki Kulliye on the seventh hill, old Istanbul is between them!

Gülhane Park, a place that has been the subject of poems, not enough songs have been made, is a frequented sightseeing point in the heart of Istanbul.

Look down on the city from the Galata Tower, which adds a mysterious atmosphere to the Istanbul skyline, and don’t forget to find about the legends of this tower.

The boza, which Istanbul carries with pride and quality from its past to the present, is not only unique to Istanbul, but also a value that has created its own brand and became a whole with its district Vefa.

For being the holiest of holy mosques in Istanbul, it is the spot where local people come to pray and make a vow.

Since the cistern was used to meet Istanbul’s water needs, it still has water. So don’t forget to feed the tiny fish living in the cistern during your free visit with Istanbul Tourist Pass.