"A neverending poem" Top 5 Page for this destination Istanbul Ili by muratkorman

Istanbul Ili Travel Guide: 9,638 reviews and 20,194 photos

Yeni Camii from Hamdi Restaurant - Istanbul Ili

The poetic city and more...

There is so much to write about the city I was born in. And sometimes you realise words don't suffice to express how you feel. Istanbul is like a poem which you can't tell where it begins or ends. Every street you stroll, every corner you turn, is like a new verse to it. Although I have an extensive Istanbul page, I decided to create some brief pages to fill some gaps in Istanbul area and share my experience with more VT members. Here you can find general tips and useful information to enjoy your stay in Istanbul. Things to do, nightlife, shopping and restaurant reviews are all waiting for you to check at my ISTANBUL page. I hope you enjoy my pages as well as the poetic Istanbul...

City of unforgettable sunsets

I am fishing at sunset

The sunsets of Istanbul are not to be missed. You can also enjoy fishing while you enjoy the beautiful sunsets just like me.

City for photography

Topkapi Palace and islands in the background

If you like taking pictures, you will enjoy Istanbul for offering so many different angles for photography.

Pros and Cons

Pros:Rich history and cuisine
Cons:Chaotic traffic !!!
In a nutshell:A unique city located on 2 continents

Last visit to Istanbul Ili: May 2012
Intro Updated May 4, 2012
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Museum Pass for foreigners - Istanbul Ili

Museum Pass for foreigners Favorites (3)

Turkish Culture and Tourism Minister announced the introduction of the Museum Pass Istanbul Card for tourists visiting... more travel advice

Müzekart for locals Favorites (3)

Müzekart (museum card) has been introduced in 2008 to boost museum visits by locals. There are over 1 million users in... more travel advice

Enjoying raki with my friends - Istanbul Ili

National Turkish Drink Local Customs (8)

Raki is the national drink of Turks. It contains anise inside. It has around 42% alcohol which puts it into strong... more travel advice

Bargaining with taxi fares - Istanbul Ili

Bargaining with taxi fares Local Customs (8)

There are so many taxis in Istanbul which gives some bargaining power to travellers. If you know roughly how much your... more travel advice

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alza May 2, 2011 at 12:15 AM Report Abuse

Tesekkür ederim, Murat. Good advice here. Beautiful table with food presentation! I'm recommending your page to a friend going to Istanbul. Best.