Istanbul

Where is Istanbul?

• Istanbul is the biggest city 　　　　　　　　 in Turkey.• It is in Europe and Asia

Why Istanbul?

–Beautiful architecture–Long, rich history

–Delicious food–A new culture–Good shopping

–Hospitable people–Safe

Day 1 morning

• The Aya Sophia built as a church in AD 5

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• SultanahmetMosque 　(the Blue Mosque)

finished in 1617

Day 1 early afternoon Cistern Basilica

• An ancient underground water supply

• Built by the Romans (c. AD 500)

• Mysterious Roman statues.

Day 1 afternoonThe Bazaars

☆ Jewellery☆ spices, ☆ leather, ☆ clothes, ☆ scarves☆ tiles☆ paintings

Day 2 The Bosphorus

• The Bosphorus is the water that goes from the Black Sea to the Sea of Mamara.

• It divides Europe and Asia and is very important for shipping.

• It is very beautiful

Food• Variety• Fresh• Delicious• Healthy

The people

Accommodation

Sultan HostelSultanahmet

• Next to major sites• 1500\ p.p.• Own bathroom• Rooftop restaurant

Istanbul

　

　 RichCulture

　　

AppetizingCuisine

　 Beautiful Scenery