Top 10 Most Amazing Attractions in Istanbul
Istanbul’s many attractions include towering minarets and exotic monuments of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires. Below are Istanbul’s most amazing attractions to visit.
Grand Bazaar
Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar (Kapali Carsi) is one of the world’s largest covered markets, spread over 60 streets and containing over 3000 shops of jewelry, textiles, pottery, glazed tiles, bronze, leather and carpets. The Grand Bazaar is also one of the oldest of its kind, with roots stretching back to the 15th century. Its first ‘bedestan’ (domed building) was built in 1455 on the orders of Sultan Mehmet I. In the 16th century, it was...
Istanbul Grand Bazaar ranked world’s most popular tourist attraction
At 91,250,000 annual visitors, Istanbul’s Grand Bazaar takes the number one spot. First built in the 15th century, it’s one of the largest and oldest covered markets in the world
New tourism campaign to promote Istanbul
New visual materials used by the Culture and Tourism Ministry to promote Turkey abroad invite foreign travelers to experience the rich culture, history and nature of Anatolia. This year, 25 posters, featuring photographs and words, have been prepared for Turkey’s promotion. Destinations like Istanbul, Antalya, Muğla, Cappadocia and Mount Nemrut are promoted as notable alternatives for short holidays. Just like in previous years,...
Istanbul 2020 brings Grand Bazaar to New York’s Grand Central Station
Istanbul 2020 has brought the magic of Istanbul’s world-famous Grand Bazaar to New York’s iconic Grand Central station, giving visitors a chance to sample Turkey’s warm hospitality and celebrated cuisine as part of the 32nd New York Turkish Day festivities – the biggest celebration of Turkish culture outside of Turkey. Organised by the Federation of Turkish American Associations (FTAA), the Grand Central Terminal was adorned with...
