GET TO KNOW ISTANBUL
Istanbul, the city that lies on two continents
Istanbul, the largest city in Turkey and the fifth-largest city in the world by population, is considered European, yet it occupies two different cont...
1FEATUREDDo's and don'ts
Follow these basic guidelines on the codes of conduct and you'll make the most of your trip.
2FEATUREDGetting in and around
To get into Turkey, visas are required by most nationalities, but they can be bought on arrival at the airport. Fees must be paid in Euros or Dollars,...
3FEATUREDAtatürk International Airport
Atatürk, located just 23 kilometres west of the city centre, is still the airport most often used by visitors, despite the renovation of the Sabiha Gö...
4FEATUREDSabiha Gökçen International Airport
Sabiha Gökçen is the city's second international airport, located about 45 kilometres southeast of the city on the Asian side. After a recent renovati...
6FEATUREDIstanbul at a glance
An alluring city that lies on two continents, Europe and Asia, Istanbul has been attracting visitors for centuries. A mix of ancient Eastern traditio...
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