Travel Guide of Istanbul

Istanbul was occupied by inhabitants from early ages in history, about 3000 BC. Due to its important location connecting two continents, Europe and Asia, its importance was manifested throughout the history from one age to the next, becoming the cent...

Taxis are important means of transportation and are available at all times of day and night. They are yellow cabs and has taximeter inside for calculating the taxi fares according to the distance of traveling in Kilometers however, you have to pay a...

The official currency of Turkey is the Yeni Turk Lirasi (YTL) 'the New Turkish Lira' and is called Turkish Lira (TL) for short. Bank notes come in 5, 10, 20, 50, 100 or 200 liras and coins come in either 5, 10, 25 or 50 kurush in addition to the 1 L...

Istanbul has a good weather around spring and autumn, from April to May and from September to October, so these are the best times you can visit Istanbul. In spring and autumn, the temperature is usually around 15-25 degrees (59-77 Fahrenheit). On t...

Shopping in Istanbul is a wonderful experience with its open-air markets, covered bazaars and shopping centers everywhere. Some of the best places in Istanbul where you will enjoy shopping include: Grand Bazaar: (Located just a 12 to 15 minute w...

Istanbul’s night life is simply fascinating with its numerous entertainment places like cafes, cafeterias, night clubs, cinemas, theaters and many other places that will keep you interested for quite many days during your visit to the city. Beyoğl...