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Historic Areas of Istanbul

Istanbul, Turkey
Ranked #3 of 179 attractions in Istanbul
5.0 of 5 stars 200 Reviews
Type: Historic Sites
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Grand Rapids, Michigan
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30 reviews 30 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

Loved Istanbul. It's a great walking city, as long as you are steady on your feet. The little roads and alleys are alive with people at all times of the day. There is much history to be absorbed in a concentrated area. Not to be missed: Cisterns and the Haggia Sofya. Wish I had one more day. More

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Sedgefield, South Africa
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7 reviews 7 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2012 NEW

You cannot miss this Heritage sight. A must see indeed More

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Calgary
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4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2012 NEW
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The sheer magnitude of Istanbul's history is there for you to view. From the Byzantine Empire to the time of the Ottoman's, Istanbul is a magnificent city to visit. I will come again. More

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Bucharest, Romania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW

With such a long history, much longer that the one of many capitals of european countries, Istanbul is and has to be treated like a treasure of Europe, a treasure of the world.The Turkey' Government has done a lot to restaure and to maintain the historic areas and monuments in Istanbul but it is a duty for all the world... More

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Midlands
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2012 NEW
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It is wonderful to have so many significant sites within walking distance of each other: Haggia Sofia, the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, the hippodrome and the Cisterns. These aren't just beautiful buildings but they represent a great swathe of history and human endeavour. Inevitably they are rightly popular and can be very busy. Try to go early and avoid the... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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9 reviews 9 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
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The Historic Areas of Istanbul are amazing. Unfortunately, much of the architecture from the 2600 years of history in Istanbul has been destroyed (thanks to Septimus Severus). However, what remains is absolutely beautiful. You can see the Blue Mosque (formally known as Sultanahmet Mosque), Haghia Sophia (built as a church, rebuilt a few times, then converted into a mosque after... More

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Sassuolo
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW
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Istambul is on the top of the romantic atmosphere in this globe More

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Bangalore, India
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

We took guided tour to visit Historic areas of Istanbul and amazed by the history and construction of them More

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Rockhampton
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2012 NEW

So many things to see and do in Istanbul, with the history being so well recorded, displayed, maintained and fascinating. More

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Cary, North Carolina
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012 NEW

Highly recommend Hagia Sophia, Spice Market, Tokapi Palace, Taksim Square and a ride across the Bosphorus Bridge. Liked (not loved) the Grand Bazaar, Hippodrome and Blue Mosque. More

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