Istanbul straddles two continents, Asia and Europe, and has been a bustling metropolis for centuries. What was once the capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires, Istanbul is now a unique place ...

There is nowhere in the world quite like Istanbul. Spread across two continents, Istanbul is a city of layers and contrasts. With historical sights like the Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace brushing up ...

Dive into Istanbul’s breathtaking mix of East meets West, from ancient mosques and bazaars to hidden neighborhoods and modern art scenes. This guide covers where to stay, top attractions, transit tips ...

We may earn commission from links on this page, but we only recommend products we love. Promise. This girl loves Turkey—the baklava, the hammams, the carpets—so after my recent visit to Bodrum, I ...

Istanbul is a “magical meeting place” which straddles two continents, Europe and Asia, said Lonely Planet. With mosques, markets, art galleries and monuments, Turkey’s largest city has more “top-notch ...

These days, Beyoğlu, one of Istanbul’s 39 districts, is again the cosmopolitan heart of the city, just as it was 100 years ago. The cutting edge of Istanbul style is most visible in a handful of ...

Starting in September, all eyes will be on the largest city in Turkey, Istanbul. Located between the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea, the city will host ArtInternational Istanbul and Saltwater, the ...

Close to the mouth of the Black Sea, the Bosphorus twists past forested hills and small fishing villages, where protected ...

Talk turkey: The Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans all claimed Istanbul as their capital over the centuries -- with a new cruise port and upcoming Peninsula hotel, the worldly city can now be yours. NY ...