Fatih Mosque History and Features – ISTANBUL
The Fatih Mosque is a mosque located in Istanbul, Turkey. It is named after the Ottoman sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, who conquered the city...
Galata Bridge History and Features – ISTANBUL
The Galata Bridge is a bridge that spans the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey. The bridge connects the neighborhoods of Karaköy and Eminönü on...
Maiden’s Tower History and Features – ISTANBUL
The Maiden's Tower, also known as the Leander's Tower, is a tower located on a small island in the Bosphorus strait in Istanbul, Turkey....
Miniaturk History and Features – ISTANBUL
Miniaturk is a park located in Istanbul, Turkey that features miniature replicas of famous landmarks and structures from around the country. The park covers...
Rumeli Fortress History and Features – ISTANBUL
Rumeli Fortress (also known as Rumelihisarı in Turkish) is a castle located on the European side of the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, Turkey. It...
Sultanahmet Square History and Features – ISTANBUL
Sultanahmet Square (also known as Sultanahmet Meydanı in Turkish) is a public square located in the Sultanahmet neighborhood of Istanbul, Turkey. It is located...
Grand Bazaar History and Features – ISTANBUL
The Grand Bazaar is a large covered market in Istanbul, Turkey. It is one of the largest and oldest markets in the world, with...
Dolmabahçe Palace History and Features – ISTANBUL
Dolmabahçe Palace is a grand palace located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was built in the mid-19th century as the primary residence of the Ottoman...
Galata Tower History and Features – ISTANBUL
Galata Tower is a tall, cylindrical tower located in the Galata neighborhood of Istanbul, Turkey. It was originally built in the 14th century as...
Basilica Cistern History and Features – ISTANBUL
The Basilica Cistern is a large underground chamber located in Istanbul, Turkey. It was built in the 6th century during the reign of the...