It features five top ten tourist assessment in Istanbul
The focus of greed and the keenness of empires over the centuries, extended the continents of Asia and Europe, Istanbul It's one of the major capitals of the world.
Founded about 1000 BC and has grown from being a colony to become the Byzantine capital of the great Byzantine empire and change its name to "Constantinople".
After the Ottoman conquest of Istanbul city remained retain its status as the glorious was the heart of the Ottoman Empire and its capital too.
After the founding of the Turkish Republic became the official name of the city is the "Istanbul" and today embraces this ancient city in Onhaiha various shrines and monuments that appear long and illustrious history throughout the ages, these shrines has become a global tourist landmarks are appreciated and impressive all Qasidiha.
Of course, in addition to the four major landmarks in Istanbul (Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, the Grand Bazaar) also advise tourists to leave enough time to explore the many other tourist landmarks comparable to previous landmarks in importance and originality. And despite the fact that many of the tourist attractions are located within or near the neighborhoods of the old city, which is called the Sultanahmet district, there is a wonderful array of other sights are spread all over the tributaries of the city.
Hagia Sophia Aya Sofya
Historians transfer that when the Byzantine emperor Justinian entered his church for the first time after it was finished built in 536 AD, he screamed: (Glory to God I ruled deserved such an action .. Oh Solomon, I have surpassed you).
Hagia Sophia Aya sofya which was called the old Hagia Sophia was a source of pride and pride in being the Emperor sang show the empire and its architecture.
In order to maintain the tradition, the region surrounding the throne of the emperor within the Church was the official center of the world.
After the takeover of the Ottoman armies at Constantinople church was converted into a mosque and remained so until the twentieth century as to become a great museum and one of the most important monuments in Istanbul tourist.
Topkapı Palace Topkapi Palace
This palace was built by order of Majid Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror in the fifteenth century next to the Bosphorus to be a palace in which he lived Slatian the Ottoman Empire until the nineteenth century and the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire.
This large complex offers an impressive display of Islamic art with luxury Bahath and his court complex carved by hand-designed rooms and luxurious manner, these are all specific rooms within the walls of slots and Obrasz.oma most popular sections in the Topkapi Palace are: Department of the harem, where they were Maids Sultan and their children spend most of their days. The second section is interesting is where you see the vast palace kitchens and then stand in awe inside the Imperial Council Chamber dazzling. Section III (which includes private rooms Sultan) displays an impressive collection of relics of the Prophet Mohammed, peace be upon him reserved in a sacred room, this room is also home to the closet where the Empire hide valuables and gems that will shine your eyes. To explore the entire Topkapi Palace, you will need at least half a day.
Blue Mosque Blue mosque
This was a beautiful mosque as a gift from the Sultan Ahmad to his capital, and the mosque is known today as the Blue Mosque.
Built the Blue Mosque between 1609 and 1616 but that he had caused a sensation all included throughout the Muslim world to be considered built six minarets which is the same number of minarets of the Grand Mosque in Mecca, the uproar continued to Mecca has eventually donated minaret seventh to stop opposition.
Mosque won the title of interior decor, which includes tens of thousands of Iznik tiles. The full impact of the design of the mosque and its color makes it attractive from inside the mosque, one of the finest achievements of Ottoman architecture.
Basilica Cistern Basilica Cistern
It is one of the areas most surprising in Istanbul tourist attractions, it seems a huge mansion located underground and supports 336 distributors column in row 12.
Water storage has been for the Byzantine emperors, the project began during the reign of the Byzantine Emperor "Kstntaos first" during his rule but has been accomplished during the reign of the Emperor Justinian in the sixth century.
Many Almtskhaddmh in construction columns, which were made from the previous classical structures have been recycled so ornate sculptures on show.
Perhaps the most famous columns are located in the northwest corner and stones, known as Medusa, where he was the head of Medusa engraved on the rules of these columns.
Your visit to this place serves as a go to another planet Valomayh lit beautifully while under water all around you
Hippodrome's Hippodrome
Septimius Severus began to build the field of race this year 203 AD, however, built in 330 AD was completed during the reign of Constantine the Great to serve as a popular center for public life and the Byzantines Theater fantastic games include horse racing and wrestlers.
Today, there are not many remaining monuments to see something about a horse race with the exception of a small section of the museum at the southern end.
But the field list Maydani garden in this site is home to a variety of important effects.
Find on the northwestern side of the fountain provided by the German William the second emperor gift to the Ottoman sultan in 1898, and if I headed southwest also find three ancient relics are: high Egyptian obelisk that rises about 20 meters, and a column snake which was transferred from Delphi by Constantine, and stone obelisk that was originally covered with gold and bronze plates that were stolen by the Fourth Crusade in 1206 soldiers.
Museum traces Istanbul Istanbul Archeology Museum
Just a leap from Topkapi Palace, this important museum is home to an amazing collection of antiques and artifacts selected not only from Turkey but also from all over the Middle East to narrate the history of this region, in spite of the enormous breadth. There are three separate sections in the complex, each of which is worth a visit: the Museum of the Ancient Orient and the main effects and Tile Museum Mehmed brick, stone pavilion, which includes an amazing array of ceramic art.
As well as the magnificent archaeological pieces on display, do not miss also room "Istanbul through the Ages" poll and that you find in the main archaeological museum.
The Grand Bazaar
For many visitors, the sightseeing in Istanbul means shopping in Onhaiha Besides visiting museums and monuments, and perhaps the Grand Bazaar is the place where the two activities come together.
This huge market covered is basically the first shopping center in the world, the equivalent of up to a quarter of the entire city .ihat market thick walls, is located between Nuri Ottoman mosque Nure Osamaniye and mosque Bayazid is to enter the market through the 11 gate, Harath more like a maze vaulted ceilings and lined on both sides of shops and stalls.
The Grand Bazaar is divided into several sections according to the exhibits and items sold which makes exploring and shopping where a smooth and enjoyable process.
Sulaymaniyah mosque Süleymaniye Mosque
Sits on top of a hill above the district of Sultanahmet, Süleymaniye Mosque is one of the most famous attractions in Istanbul.
It was built for the Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent by the famous Ottoman architect Sinan between 1549 and 1575.
Interior regions dominated by the dome rises 53 m even worthy of a mention for its dimensions harmonious harmonious and elegant design uniform.
Outside the mosque and within a tranquil garden cemetery Ottoman exciting find interesting being a neat tomb of Sultan Suleiman and his wife, known in the West as roxelana.
Spice Bazaar Spice Bazaar
The Spice Bazaar is the perfect place for food lovers, where you will find comfort here the famous Turkish Delight and dried fruits and nuts and herbs and spices, of course, also.
Perhaps a lot of money that helped build the market came through the imposition of taxes by the Ottoman government on the Egyptian-made products hence the name of the Egyptian market.
It is a major tourist attraction and at certain times of the day is crowded to the point where a source of laughter packed with large groups of up across Ckmh tourist ships, so it is best to come before eleven in the morning or after four in the afternoon.
Doulmh Dolmabahçe Palace Palace
Bhishth shows Doulmh Palace Bhishth Bzachrvath and Bzkhh architecture clear influence on European design and the Ottoman Empire in the nineteenth century.
Built by Sultan Abdul Hamid I in 1854 to replace the Topkapi Palace as a major center of the Ottoman Empire.
Palace official known for gardens where they are wonderful interspersed with fountains, ponds and ornamental flowers and picturesque, either inside is embodied all the meanings of luxury and riches of the Turkish Renaissance era.
Vtsamamh blends Baroque and Rococo and neo-classical and Ottoman elements also, its collection is a classic giant chandeliers and furniture designed French-style panels and walls Mguetat impressive, and this has been the use of gold in the decoration is a liberal
Chora of Chora Church
Chora word means "country" in the Greek language and this beautiful church (called in
Original church of St. Saviour in Chora) located outside the city walls of Constantinople.
Chora church built for the first time in the fifth century, but what you see now Hoaadh sixth reconstruction of the building which had been completely destroyed in the nineteenth century and had been abandoned in the period between the atheist ten centuries and XIV
Chora "is now a museum," and are in fact the most famous in the mosaic that still exist history goes back to the fourteenth century frescoes The paintings found along Jdraha domes and world landmarks.
It's a clear example of the attractiveness of Byzantine art and covers a wide range starting from ratios of Jesus Christ to the New Testament stories.
Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum
Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts
Located in the Ibrahim Pasha Palace, who was Grand Vizier of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent, and this museum is a great attraction for all those interested in Ottoman architecture.
All have been weave carpets and rugs by skilled experts and best spinning and weaving in the world, in addition to an impressive collection of pottery and porcelain ware of the art of calligraphy and engraving on wood.
Hagia Sophia Almsgry Little Aya Sofya
Before the Byzantine emperor Justinian builds the basic design of the Church of Hagia Sophia Aya sofya built Almsgry this version from the building to test the design and structure of success.
Church whose original name was "Sergius and Bacchus", but led the obvious similarities with the main building to be dubbed with the same name.
During the Ottoman era the church was converted to a mosque and still to this day as well.
Although the building is not a luxury like the rest of the other monuments in Istanbul but returned Jamalith in recent years after repair operations, which make it worth a visit.
Rustem Pasha Mosque Rüstem Paşa Mosque
Perhaps it is most spectacular and the most beautiful mosque in Istanbul, where Rustem Pasha Mosque is the only home in the city, an amazing range of brick, stone tile panels
On the walls of the outer and inner courtyard of the mosque complex technical fees amazed hand catching sight of different colors of blue and red and green.
Yedikule Yedikule Fortress Castle
Although it is located in the outskirts of the city and access to it needs to take the train and get off at the Yedikule station but it really worth the visit.
Built in the fifth century by the Emperor Theodosius II and with a view to the defense of Constantinople.
Perhaps the most notable things in this castle is a giant bow entire coated with gold, which was known as Porta Aurea any Golden Gate.
When the Ottomans conquered the city used to defend the castle and then as a place of imprisonment and execution.
The restoration Yedikule in recent years to be today a prominent tourist attraction in Istanbul gives visitors the possibility to climb to the upper balconies to enjoy the spectacular view of the Sea of Marmara.
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