An obligatory point of the program of visiting Istanbul will always be acquaintance with the monuments of architecture that have become the symbols of the city - the cathedral of Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque. With the same excursion, there is an inspection of the ancient Hippodrome and the Serpentine Column on it, as well as an underground reservoir. Topkapi palaces, Dolmabahce, Beylerbei, Vlaherna church with the famous ancient icon of Our Lady, the church of Hora (it's the museum of Karye, there are stunning frescoes), the Eyyub mosque, Fatih are popular with tourists.

After admiring the Galata Tower, on the bridge of the same name, thrown across the Golden Horn Bay, the excursionists pass to the New Mosque (Yeni-Jami). From there you can easily reach the spice market - the Egyptian Bazaar. Another famous Turkish market, which does not miss holidaymakers, is the Grand Bazaar. Istiklal Street is also included in the list of colorful shopping streets loved by tourists.

Visiting Istanbul is not without riding the Bosphorus and conquering the hill of Yeditel. It is one of the highest points of the city, is in its Asian part. Walking along it helps guests to make a more complete view of Istanbul, which still has a lot of popular attractions.