Cappadocia for 2 days from Istanbul with flight

Istanbul with an area of 5,196 km2 (actual area of 5,461 km2) is located in the Marmara region of Turkey. Neighboring Kocaeli in the east, Tekirdag and Kirklareli in the west, Istanbul is surrounded by the Black Sea in the north and the Sea of Marmara and the Golden Horn in the south.

The best time to visit Istanbul is spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October).

Istanbul is the largest city in Turkey and one of the most important megacities in Europe. It is a city full of history, culture and entertainment. There are many interesting things to do in Istanbul, here are some suggestions for you:

Visiting historical and cultural places:

Saint Sophia: This magnificent church of the Byzantine period was later turned into a mosque and today serves as a museum.

This palace, which was the seat of the Ottoman Empire for over 400 years, is worth a visit because of its impressive architecture and vast treasury.

This mosque, also known as the Golden Minaret Mosque, is one of the most iconic sights of Istanbul.

Basilica Cistern: Dating back to the Byzantine period, this underground cistern was used as a water tank and is visited by tourists today.

One of the oldest and largest indoor bazaars in the world, the Grand Bazaar is a place to buy carpets, jewelry, leather goods and more.

Archaeological Museums of Istanbul: Istanbul Archaeological Museums, one of the most important archaeological museums in the world, contains artifacts from ancient cities such as Troy, Ephesus and Pergamon.

Museum of Turkish and Islamic Art: The Museum of Turkish and Islamic Art, which houses one of the most significant collections of Islamic art, contains works such as tiles, carpets and miniatures.

Museum of Modern Art: The Istanbul Museum of Modern Art is one of the most important contemporary art museums in Turkey, featuring works by Turkish and foreign artists.

Tour of the Bosphorus:
The Bosphorus is a waterway separating the continents of Europe and Asia, offering some of the most beautiful views of the city. A Bosphorus cruise is a great way to see Istanbul from the other side, look at the historic peninsula, the Bosphorus bridges and historical sights such as the Rumeli Fortress.