 Whirling Dervishes Ceremony
Every Sunday at Galata Mevlevihanesi at 17:30 a must see spiritual ceremony. Read More |
Basilica Cistern Istanbul
The largest and most magnificent covered cistern in the city is entered through a small building to the west of the Hagia Sophia Square. Read More |
Salvador Dali: A Surrealist in Istanbul
The Sabanci University Sakip Sabanci Museum (SSM), with the sponsorship of Akbank and in cooperation with the Gala-Salvador Dali Foundation, is preparing to host one of the 20th centurys most important artists and representative of the Surrealist movement Salvador Dali in September of 2008. Read More |
Istanbul Jewelry Show
Istanbul Jewelry Show-I, 26th International Jewelry, Silver, Watch and Equipment Fair organized by Rotaforte Int'l Trade Fairs and Media, has opened its doors today -March 26- in Istanbul Expo Center (CNR Expo) to all jewelry professionals till 30th of March. Read More |
Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar (Kapalicarsi in Turkish) is one of the the largest covered markets in the world with its 4400 shops, 3000 firms, some 17 hans (separate inns for specific type of products), 64 streets,25.000 employees, 4 fountains, 2 mosques and 22 gates. It's a real heaven for shoppers and a good opportunity for people to discover the Turkish hospitality. Read More |
Istanbul Tourist Guide
İstanbul’s 10 most overlooked tourist sites Read More |
Istanbul Cafes
A top 10 list of home-style cafés in Turkey Read More |
“Design Cities” in Istanbul Modern Art Museum
"Design Cities" is organized by the Design Museum, London in association with Istanbul Modern and curated by Deyan Sudjic. Read More |
Istanbul Tourism
Istanbul with Biggest Tourism Revenue on the Balkans Read More |
The New Mosque (Yeni Cami)
New? It was Finished in 1663! Read More |
Istanbul to Host World Championships
Istanbul to Host 2012 FINA World Short Course Championships Read More |
SSM Exhibitions
Salvador Dali: A Surrealist in Istanbul Read More |
Istanbul Modern
Istanbul Modern seeks to integrate the experience of Turkey's artistic past, the dynamism of its present, and the cultivation of its cultural future. Istanbul Modern, the first private museum devoted to modern and contemporary art in Turkey, was founded in 2004 in order to promote wider enjoyment and understanding of modern art among the public. Read More |
Tourist trends shifting in Istanbul
Istanbul is a magical city that has always attracted the interest of people from near and far. Its historical and natural heritage, location and unique cultural aspects draw millions of local and foreign tourists every year. Read More |
Ashtanga yoga in Istanbul
Where is home? For yoga instructor Dylan Bernstein, “Home is in my yoga practice.” He explains: “When I roll out a mat, I feel really grounded, I feel really centered and at home. I guess home is an internal place.” Read More |
New Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen flights from Gatwick
Easyjet is launching new flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen from London Gatwick this winter.
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Sheraton Istanbul Ataköy Hotel Opens January 2009
Dati Yatirim Holding AS’s first venture in hospitality industry; Sheraton Istanbul Ataköy Hotel will take its place in Istanbul’s hospitality portfolio as of January 2009. Read More |
A food lover's tour of Istanbul
Some of the city's best restaurants boast stunning views. Sip a raki aperitif while you enjoy the sights and Turkey's celebrated cuisine -- traditional dishes and fresh interpretations. Read More |
Istanbul and Greece
Tourism opportunites between Istanbul and Greece during the global crisis
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Istanbul home to portable art project
As part of the Istanbul 2010 European Capital of Culture preparations, the Istanbul 2010 Europe Cultural Capital Agency launched a "Portable Contemporary Art Project," that will bring portable packages containing artistic projects to residents of the city and aims to encourage young artists to create.
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Bringing the party to Istanbul's historic inns
ISTANBUL – Music, dance and various other events will dominate the scene this Saturday on Istiklal Street, in Sultanahmet and Eminönü squares, and will continue into Eminonu district's Buyuk Yeni Han. Read More |
Istanbul skyscrapers
EuropeˇŻs Tallest Residential Building, The Istanbul Sapphire Read More |
Plate With A View: Tugra, Istanbul
In the 19th century, the Bosphorus – which divides Europe and Asia – became a great place to build your palace if your were a relative or favourite of the Ottoman emperor. Read More |
From Cordon Bleu to Alaturka
A Cordon Bleu-trained chef, Eveline Zoutendijk teaches Turkish cuisine in her new restaurant, Cooking Alaturka. The Dutch former hotelier chooses Istanbul’s slow-paced chaos over New York and Paris. Read More |
Bulgarian Church
St. Stephan Bulgarian Church which belongs to Bulgarian minority is may be the most interesting church of Istanbul. Bulgarian residents of Ottoman Empire previously performed their religious rituals in the churches of Fener Orthodox Patriarchy. And probably under the influence of nationalism, Bulgarian people received permission from the state to have their own churches. At first, a small wooden church was built on the area between Balat, where the church is located today and Fener, by the Golden Horn coast on the European side of Istanbul. Later, an activity began to build a larger church. Since the ground was weak, iron frame method was preferred for being lighter, rather than concrete. Read More |
One of Beyoglus earliest foreign embassies - Palais de Hollande
The first Dutch envoy, Cornelius Haga, reached Istanbul in 1612 to negotiate the terms of trade, fiscal and legal provisions between Holland and the Ottoman Empire. The Palais de Hollande is a charming example of the elegant buildings designed in Istanbul’s Pera by foreign architects.
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Enjoy a bit of Paris in the heart of Istanbul
Istanbuls restaurant scene has been in need of a brasserie for a long time and last year La Brise swept in to fill the gap. With a relaxed atmosphere, a great menu and mulled wine service throughout the holiday season, La Brise is a standout dining experience
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