The 10 most famous tourist attractions in Istanbul

Blue Mosque Istanbul

The Blue Mosque or Sultan Ahmed Mosque is one of the most important landmarks of Istanbul. It was built during the reign of Sultan Ahmed in the period between 1906 AD and 1916 AD. It is one of the masterpieces of Ottoman Islamic art and architecture. The mosque is famous for its large area that includes 10,000 prayer rooms. The Blue Mosque is characterized by a group of layered domes and interior patterns that are dominated by blue and gold, hence its fame as the Blue Mosque. Although it is Istanbul's most famous landmark, access to it varies. It is not allowed to enter it during prayer times because it is still used for religious purposes.

Basilica Cistern Istanbul

The Basilica Cistern, the Cistern Church, the Submerged Palace, or the Cathedral Basin, is one of the oldest landmarks of Istanbul. It is located near the Hagia Sophia Mosque and attracts a large number of tourists. The construction of the cistern dates back to the sixth century during the reign of the Byzantine Emperor Justinian I. It was built as one of the huge water tanks to preserve rainwater, with a storage capacity of 1,000,000 tons of water. It is famous for its large area of 9,800 square metres, and its area includes ten columns, of which there are approximately 336 columns. Two columns in the shape of Medusa.

Fatih Mosque Istanbul

The Fatih Mosque is one of the most famous landmarks of ancient Istanbul due to its distinctive architectural style and elegant interior design that combines Ottoman and European culture. It has a long history and great importance to the Turks. It was built on the ruins of a Byzantine church from 1463 AD to 1470 AD on the orders of Sultan Mehmed Murad II, known as Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, and it was rebuilt in 1771 AD after it was destroyed by earthquakes. It is visited by many tourists due to its history, as it is one of the oldest and most luxurious landmarks in Istanbul.

Virgo Tower Istanbul

Maiden Tower Istanbul is a tower in the Turkish city of Istanbul. The tower is located in the middle of the Bosphorus Strait. It was built as a lighthouse to guide sailors during their night trips to and from Constantinople, which was then known as Istanbul. The tower now includes a famous restaurant that serves a group of traditional dishes and a small museum. Also, on the side of the Bosphorus, there is a group of restaurants, cafes, and seating areas that tourists come from everywhere to enjoy the panoramic view of the tower.

Grand Bazaar Istanbul

The Grand Bazaar is one of the most famous landmarks of Istanbul and one of the most famous markets in Istanbul, as it attracts many visitors from all over the world. It is distinguished by its ancient design in the Ottoman style, as the ceilings are decorated with the most beautiful ancient decorations and engravings. The bazaar includes more than 4,000 stores selling all the gifts and souvenirs you need, stores selling handcrafted bags, and traditional clothing stores, in addition to distinctive gold and silver jewelry and accessories stores, and a number of stores selling delicious Turkish sweets such as lokum, nuts, and spices.

Rumeli Castle Siege

Rumelihisar Castle is one of the most beautiful landmarks of Istanbul, located on the Bosphorus Strait. Its construction dates back to the 15th century by Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror. It was built on the ruins of a Byzantine church with building materials from all over the Ottoman Empire, from Anatolia, Deniz and Izmir. Its area is 31,250 square kilometers. It was built by... 5,000 workers and 10,000 assistants to become one of Istanbul’s most famous and ancient landmarks. It is distinguished by its majestic construction and amazing towers. It was a miracle of construction at this time and is distinguished by its charming views of the Bosphorus Bay.

Vialand Park Istanbul

Located in the heart of Istanbul, Vialand Garden is a unique place located on an area of 600,000 square metres, offering an eclectic mix of plants and trees from all over the world. It has special amenities for guests such as a theme park, conference hall, movie theatre, amphitheater and sports complex. There are many basic options for visitors of different age groups, as it combines amusement parks, entertainment areas, shopping, and exhibitions, all in one place.

Istanbul Museum of Modern Art

The Istanbul Museum of Modern Art was established in 2004 and has an area of 8,000 square metres. It is an essential part of contemporary Turkish culture. It is located in the Beyoğlu district and overlooks the Bosphorus Strait. It has a long history and aims to present the most prominent examples of modern and contemporary art. It includes a large collection of modern artwork by Turkish artists, including modern and contemporary documents in the fields of photography, architecture, new media and cinema.

Miniaturk Park Istanbul

Miniaturk Park is one of the most beautiful landmarks of Istanbul, located on the Golden Horn Bay and the Bosphorus Bay. The interactive park consists of more than 122 scale models of historical buildings and landmarks from all over Türkiye. Visitors can explore the country by touring this miniature model, which features accurate and historically accurate landscapes and architectural styles, providing an in-depth look at how Turks live and increasing your understanding of Turkey as a country. This is the perfect place to learn more about Turkish culture. It is also very popular among tourists and locals alike as it provides an easy way to see all these famous landmarks without any hassle or effort.

Belgrade Forest Istanbul

Belgrade Forest is a landmark of Istanbul. It is an urban forest that extends across the Istanbul metropolitan area. It has a total area of 1,400 square meters and is made up of 2,000 different tree species which include oak, maple, beech, ash tree and wild cherry. It is home to many different animals such as peacocks, owls, ducks, deer, bears and rabbits. The park has a 27-kilometre-long walking trail that takes visitors through the forest and shows many points of interest. It also has 16 picnic areas in various locations throughout.