Istanbul, Turkey’s largest city, straddles Europe and Asia and is known for the Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar and its position as one of the world’s great crossroads.
Hub Airport
Istanbul Airport (IST)
Currency
Turkish Lira (TRY)
Best Time to Visit
April to May and September to November, mild weather with fewer crowds
Popular Attractions
Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace, Grand Bazaar, Bosphorus cruise