Things to do in Istanbul

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Learn about Turkish history in ornate rooms and explore Ottoman artifacts

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Explore a 6th-century chamber built to hold 80,000 cubic meters of water

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See this world-famous mosque in the middle of Istanbul

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Visit the last Ottoman palace, walk the coast, and see ferries by Beşiktaş

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Learn about the history and heritage of Hagia Sophia

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Sail past palaces, admire bridges, and capture stunning views in Turkey

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Visit the most important mosque in Istanbul with blue-tiled interiors

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Experience the spiritual trance of Istanbul's whirling dervishes

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Enjoy roller coasters and live entertainment in Istanbul's favorite theme park

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Hodjapasha Cultural Center is a delightful piece of the city’s striking cultural mosaic, near the mighty Hagia Sophia Basilica and the magnificent Topkapi Palace. Transformed from a large 15th-century hamam (Turkish bath), the building now welcomes visitors under its high dome ceilings to showcase some of the best of this vast country’s traditions since 2008.