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Istanbul (Turkish: Istanbul) is Turkeys most populous city, and its cultural and financial center. Located on both sides of the Bosphorus, the narrow strait between the Black Sea and the Marmara Sea, Istanbul bridges Asia and Europe both literally and figuratively. Istanbuls population is variously estimated between 12 and 19 million people, making it also one of the largest cities in Europe.
Founded by Constantine the Great in 324 AD on the site of ancient Byzantium (going back to 650 BC), Istanbul was the capital, successively, of the Eastern Roman Empire (324-476), the Byzantine Empire (476-1453) and the Ottoman Empire (1453-1922) - this almost unrivalled heritage, as well as its dynamic modern existence, makes Istanbul a fantastic destination for many travellers. The heart of historical Istanbul is Sultanahmet, the district centred on the Byzantine Hippodrome in the oldest part of the city. The city is best explored on foot, as most sights are within easy walking distance of one another. If the pace does get too much, a cay bahce (tea garden) is never too far away. |
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Current Time in Istanbul : 18:25 | Sat, October 11, 2008
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Metropolis Hostel
Metropolis hostel is Situated in the heart of Istanbul, in Sultanahmet. The hostel is located between Blue Mosque, St Sophia and Topkapi palace and just a few minutes walk to main tourist places such ..
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Orient Youth Hostel
Istanbuls best-known and most popular hostel, the Orient has been around forever and, showing admirable staying power, its still going strong. . . Lonely Planet The Orient Hostel Istanbul is between ..
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Antique Hostel - Guest House
Antique Hostel & Guesthouse is recognized as a Top Rated recommended hostel for 2006 by Hostelbookers customers and also we have been voted in the Worldwide Top Ten 2006 in October (Location), Novembe..
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Bahaus Hostel
Our hostel is located at the heart of the old city of Istanbul, very near to the tourist attractions like ; Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Underground Cistern, Topkapi Palace, Spice Bazaar. . . ..
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Marmara Guesthouse
Come and stay with us in our small guest-house in the heart of the old town to and be welcomed by a traditional Turkish family!..
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Hotel Agan
Hotel Agan is located at the centre of the Old City in Eminonu-Istanbul at the starting point of both land and sea transportation and is just near Sultanahmet. ..
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Megara Hotel
Living right next-door to the Topkapi Palace is now a privilege that every visitor to Istanbul can afford !..
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Hotel Tashkonak
Hotel Tashkonak just a short walk to the Byzantine and Ottoman Monuments such as famous Blue Mosque, St. Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar, Basilica Cistern and other historical and tou..
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Sultan's Inn
Sultans Inn welcomes to budget travellers with its comfortable and full equipped rooms. The hotel is minutes of walk to the historic sights. The roof terrace open all year provides an excellent view o..
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Yunus Emre Hotel
Dont look any further! Enjoy your stay at the amazing Yunus Emre Hotel. We are close to the Marmara Sea and the Blue Mosque. We know you will really enjoy your time at our place, as you will feel like..
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Cordial House Hostel
The Cordial House Hostel offers an unbeatable combination of economically priced rooms and a perfect location for quality seeking budget travellers in the center of the old town, Sultanahmet. ..
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Istanbul Paris Hostel
The Istanbul Paris Hostel Hotel is a friendly, privately run hostel offering the best value budget accommodation for backpackers and all travelers in the historical area of Istanbul, Turkey. ..
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Sinbad Hostel
Experience Sinbad!! Sinbad Hostel, which offers excellent budget accommodation and a great atmosphere, is ideally situated in the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. Free breakfast, Free internet, also 5 % dis..
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Sultan Hostel
We are a fabulous hostel that will offer all you need to enjoy yourself including our very own bar and pub. We show sports on big screen TV including Premier League and rugby. . . The Sultan Hostel is..
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Istanbul Hostel
We are a budget travellers dream, located in central Istanbul, Turkey. ..
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Ipek Palace Hotel
Ipek Palace Hotel is a limited service bed breakfast style hotel in Istanbul, Turkey. ..
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New backpackers
All rooms are clean and air-conditioned with private en-suites. Enjoy our Turkish hospitality andour respect of your privacy..
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ChillOut Hostel and Cafe
Tourists go to Sultanahmet, travellers who want to meet people and experience modern turkish life come to Beyoglu, the heart of Istanbul, Turkey. ..
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Nobel Hostel
Welcome to cheapest and most comfortable hostel in Sultanahmet - Istanbul..
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Grand Yavuz Hotel
Grand Yavuz is a comfortable Istanbul Hotel That combines elegance and luxury. Grand Yavuz Hotels 111 newly renovated bedrooms and suit offers a unique and unforgettable Istanbul experience. ..
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Zeugma Hostel
Zeugma hostel is located in the center of Sultanahmet area, a place where old and new Istanbul meet. ..
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Istanbul Sydney Hostel
Istanbul Sydney Hostel is in heart of historical and old Istanbul (Sultanahmet). It is just a walking distance from the Blue Mosque, Saint Sophia Topkapi Place Hippodrome, Grand Bazaar and the other s..
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Hotel Deniz Konak
Welcome to the open air museum in Istanbul, Turkey. Located in Sultanahmet Istanbul, we provide comfortable contemporary accommodation close to Sultanahmet Square together with splendid view of the Ma..
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Naz Wooden House Inn
Naz Wooden House is a small attractive hotel in the heart of old Istanbul, Turkey. ..
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SRS (Student Rental Service)
We have prepared all apartments to make you feel like you are staying in your own house. ..
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Moonlight Pension
The Moonlight Pension is the temporary home in Istanbul of backpackers, world travellers, artists, writers and musicians. Our staff are available to assist you 24 hours a day. ..
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Legend Hotel
Special Class Istanbul Legend Hotel offers its guests traditional Turkish hospitality with a warm atmosphere of the 19th century. ..
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AAE Istanbul Aquarium Hotel
AAE Istanbul Aquarium offer one of he BEST locations available for tourist. We offer single private ensuites all the way to large rooms that sleep 5 people. FREE Internet, Free Breakfast and super nic..
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Star Holiday Hotel
Enjoying an excellent location in the very heart of the old city of Istanbul, Sultanahmet. The Star trip hotel (3-star) faces both the famous and inspirational, blue mosques and Santa Sofia museum. ..
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Camlikosk Hotel
Camlikosk hotel Istanbul is an interesting place to visit due to its impressive history. Especially the area around the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace is worthwhile. The hotel is within ..
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