Beautiful little church built by Justinian just before work started on the Aya Sofya.
Beautifully ornate mosque consisting of 6 minarets and cascading domes. Contains the remains of many Ottoman sultans.
Wonderful exhibits tracing tge naval history of Turkey and the Ottoman empire.
Built by the developer of the Orient express as an opulant hotel for well heeled travellers on the servuce.
Stunning mosque demonstrating some of the greatest Ottoman architecture and tilework.
Excellent collection of exhibits documenting the history of transport in Turkey.
Though over 400 years old this mosque is referred to as the new mosque. Beautifully ornate interior.
Housed in a 19th century synagogue. Established to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the arrival of the Sephardic jews in the Ottoman empire.
Remains of an impressive 4th century fortress. Excellent views from its ramparts.
The largest surviving Byzantine cistern in Istanbul. Made up of 336 columns and can hold up to 80000 cubic metres of water.
Superb collection of military equipment and vehicles from the Ottoman period to modern day.
Impressive neoclassical palace with lavishly decorated interior. Interesting to tour the ceremonial suites, harem and apartments of the crown prince.
Formerly a chariot racing circuit during Byzantine times. Now a pleasant landscaped park.
