Istanbul,
the unique and charming city, admired by all who visits her has been
starting point of many historical events and the cradle of
civilizations. This is a mega city, with a population exceeding 15
million, one of the international business centres and more importantly,
it is an ancient city, blends history with modernity.
Istanbul is one of the world’s fascinating cities with its historical peninsula,
Bosphorus
Strait, various types of architecture from both Ottoman and Byzantine
era. Charmingly situated both the European and Asian sides. The only
city around the world located on two continents and divided by the
fascinating Bosphorus Strait.
Without a shadow of a doubt, Beyoglu
is the most popular place to visit for both locals and foreigners. The
main street is İstiklâl Caddesi, is a district located on Taksim Square,
a pedestrianised 1 mile long street of various types of food
restaurants and shops, cafes, bars, clubs, art galleries, antique shops,
cinemas and theatres.
Beyoglu unites a mixture of cultures,
religions and ethnicities while retaining the ruins and traces of past
empires in its colourful street.