Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and is
the leading industrial, commercial and cultural center. The
population of the city is estimated to be more than 10 million.
On this tour you will have the opportunity to visit the
following historic sites:
Hippodrome:
Once the site of a Roman Imperial Palace and later of
horse-drawn chariot races. Here is located the famous obelisk
from Egypt, a remarkable pink granite monument built 3,500 years
ago by an Egyptian pharo and brought to Byzantium in the 4th
century.
Blue Mosque:
Just across the Hippodrome, showing itself as one of the most
famous monuments in both Turkish and Islamic worlds is the
Sultan Ahmet Mosque (also known as the Blue Mosque). One of the
truly superb creations in the classical Turkish architectural
style, it stands unique with six towering minarets and 260
windows that illuminate its vast main chamber decorated with
more than 20,000 beautiful Iznik tiles.
St. Sophia:
One of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the
world. The Saint Sophia Museum was built in the 6th century by
the Emperor Justinian, it was one of the largest basilicas in
the Christian world. After the Ottoman conquest, it was
converted to a mosque and is today one of the most magnificent
museums in the world. It has been nominated to be the 8th wonder
of the world by many historians. Take a moment to linger here to
absorb the majestic serenity and admire the fine Byzantine
mosaics.
Topkapi Palace:
Now, for what many people consider as one of the most unique
places in the world, as well as being the world's largest and
oldest Palace: The Topkapi Palace and Museum. Here is the crown
jewel of the Ottoman Empire, showing its treasures
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