Turkey—Where East Meets West and History Meets Contemporary

And when your senses are filled with fascination but your stomach starves, do not worry because Istanbul is a haven of gastronomic finds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Since Turkish Lira isn’t as painful as spending Euros, it’s okay and worth the penny to indulge on exquisite meal overlooking the Bosphorous in Tripadvisor’s Rank 1 for the Best Restaurant in Istanbul—Imbat. Located at the top floor of Orient Express Hotel in Sirkeci, Imbat offers a variety of delectable Turkish and Aegean cuisine and a wide selection of wine. Reservation is a must.

 

 

If you want to go shopping or witness nightlife in Istanbul, head down to Istiklal Caddesi district. Do not miss to ride the cozy funicular from Karakoy tram station to Istiklal.

 

Istanbul, Turkey is certainly a city that fills a traveler’s thirst for new landscape within fascinating olden times.

 

 

 

 

 Turkey—Where East Meets West and History Meets Contemporary