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Istanbul to get jazzed up in October
After delighting audiences in Izmir, Ankara and Istanbul last year, the Akbank Jazz Festival is back and will host some of the most famous names in jazz, starting Oct. 9 and concluding on Oct. 19. Read More |
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New hotels in Istanbul
W opening hotel in Istanbul Read More |
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Baklava with ice cream, Istanbul style
Brick oven baklava makes its mark throughout Istanbul
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Point Hotel - one of Talimhane’s leading hotels
Hotels in Talimhane > Taksim > Istanbul Read More |
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Mamma Mia on Istanbul stage this October
The musical, based on a book by British playwright Catherine Johnson and featuring the songs of the Swedish band ABBA, will be staged in six performances, from October 7-12, at the Istanbul Show Center, in Maslak. The musical features such hits as "Dancing Queen," "The Winner Takes It All" and "SOS." Read More |
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CeBIT Bilisim Eurasia 7 – 12 October 2008 Istanbul, Turkey
Business is waiting for you!
Uniquely positioned to address the region's flourishing ICT market, CeBIT Bilisim Eurasia (7–12 October 2008) is the ideal platform from which to launch new products and services.
The 2008 show will boast a total exhibition area of 27,000 square meters divided up into four main sections: Business World, Digital Life, Telecommunications and Home Electronics.
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Filmekimi tickets available!
With 21 wonderful film, Filmekimi once again is at Beyoglu Emek Movie Theatre. The heralder of the upcoming movie season, Filmekimi will present awaited works of master directors and awarded films from festivals such as Sundance, Cannes, and Venice. Read More |
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Galata Tower
The galata tower was built in1384it was the highpoint in the city walls of the Genoese colony called Galata
During the first centuries of Ottoman era the Galata tower was occupied by a detachment of Janissaries, the elite corps of the Turkish Army. In the sisteenth century the tower was used to house prisoners of war, who were usualy consigned as galley slaves in the ottoman arsenal at Kasimpasa on the golden horn.
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Accommodation in Istanbul
Istanbul increases revenues per room Read More |
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Miniaturk
Miniaturk covers a total area of 60,000 square meters. Its model area is 15,000 sqm, making Miniaturk the world's largest miniature park in respect to its model area. Miniaturk also boasts 40,000 sqm of open space, 3,500 sqm of covered area, 2,000 sqm of pools and waterways, and a parking lot with a capacity of 500 vehicles. Read More |
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Travel book to be exhibited in Istanbul
Journals belonging to travelers who wandered the Ottoman provinces have been taken down from the dusty shelves of history. Istanbul, on which many books have been written, was known as the mother of all provinces throughout the history of the Ottoman Empire.
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Held Together with Water
10 September 2008 � 11 January 2009 Istanbul Museum of Modern Art will present to viewers the exhibition "Held Together with Water", prepared with the co-operation of Gabriele Schor, the Director of the Verbund Collection, and Levent �alikoglu, Chief Curator of the Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, on September 10th, 2008.
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SADBERK HAHIM MUSEUM
One of the interesting mansions in Sariyer, a three-storied building, was chosen as the locale of a beautiful museum founded by the Koc family.
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GALATA TOWER
Built on the site of an older tower in the 14th-15th centuries, the Galata Tower offers the best view of the Golden Horn, Old Istanbul, the entrance to the Bosphorus and the Asian shore.
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Istanbul hamams
Hamam revival in Istanbul Read More |
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Istanbul Tourist
İstanbul’s 10 most overlooked tourist sites Read More |
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Rentals in Istanbul
Istanbul rental capital of Turkey
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Whirling Dervishes Ceremony
Every Sunday at Galata Mevlevihanesi at 17:30 a must see spiritual ceremony. Read More |
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Daily City Escapes and Swimming Tour In Istanbul
Kilyos is a small Black Sea village which is surrounded by green forests. The village is just a forty five minutes drive from Istanbul. we can provide you a break to escape from the bigcity just for an afternoon. Feel historical and natural atmosphere of Istanbul at the same time...! Read More |
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Salvador Dali: A Surrealist in Istanbul
The Sabanci University Sakip Sabanci Museum (SSM), with the sponsorship of Akbank and in cooperation with the Gala-Salvador Dalí Foundation, is preparing to host one of the 20th century’s most important artists and representative of the Surrealist movement Salvador Dalí in September of 2008. Read More |
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Istanbul Jewelry Show
Istanbul Jewelry Show-I, 26th International Jewelry, Silver, Watch and Equipment Fair organized by Rotaforte Int'l Trade Fairs and Media, has opened its doors today -March 26- in Istanbul Expo Center (CNR Expo) to all jewelry professionals till 30th of March. Read More |
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Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar (Kapalicarsi in Turkish) is one of the the largest covered markets in the world with its 4400 shops, 3000 firms, some 17 hans (separate inns for specific type of products), 64 streets,25.000 employees, 4 fountains, 2 mosques and 22 gates. It's a real heaven for shoppers and a good opportunity for people to discover the Turkish hospitality. Read More |
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Istanbul Modern
Istanbul Modern seeks to integrate the experience of Turkey’s artistic past, the dynamism of its present, and the cultivation of its cultural future. Istanbul Modern, the first private museum devoted to modern and contemporary art in Turkey, was founded in 2004 in order to promote wider enjoyment and understanding of modern art among the public. Read More |
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“Design Cities” in Istanbul Modern Art Museum
"Design Cities" is organized by the Design Museum, London in association with Istanbul Modern and curated by Deyan Sudjic. Read More |
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SSM Exhibitions
Salvador Dali: A Surrealist in Istanbul Read More |
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Sheraton Istanbul Ataköy Hotel Opens January 2009
Dati Yatirim Holding AS’s first venture in hospitality industry; Sheraton Istanbul Ataköy Hotel will take its place in Istanbul’s hospitality portfolio as of January 2009. Read More |
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Istanbul Cafes
A top 10 list of home-style cafés in Turkey Read More |
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New Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen flights from Gatwick
Easyjet is launching new flights to Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen from London Gatwick this winter.
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Istanbul Tourism
Istanbul with Biggest Tourism Revenue on the Balkans Read More |
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The New Mosque (Yeni Cami)
New? It was Finished in 1663! Read More |
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Istanbul to Host World Championships
Istanbul to Host 2012 FINA World Short Course Championships Read More |
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Basilica Cistern Istanbul
The largest and most magnificent covered cistern in the city is entered through a small building to the west of the Hagia Sophia Square. Read More |
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Istanbul Jewelry Show
Istanbul Jewelry Show-I, 26th International Jewelry, Silver, Watch and Equipment Fair organized by Rotaforte Int'l Trade Fairs and Media, has opened its doors today -March 26- in Istanbul Expo Center (CNR Expo) to all jewelry professionals till 30th of March. Read More |
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Grand Bazaar
The Grand Bazaar (Kapalicarsi in Turkish) is one of the the largest covered markets in the world with its 4400 shops, 3000 firms, some 17 hans (separate inns for specific type of products), 64 streets,25.000 employees, 4 fountains, 2 mosques and 22 gates. It's a real heaven for shoppers and a good opportunity for people to discover the Turkish hospitality. Read More |
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Istanbul Modern
Istanbul Modern seeks to integrate the experience of Turkey's artistic past, the dynamism of its present, and the cultivation of its cultural future. Istanbul Modern, the first private museum devoted to modern and contemporary art in Turkey, was founded in 2004 in order to promote wider enjoyment and understanding of modern art among the public. Read More |
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Tourist trends shifting in Istanbul
Istanbul is a magical city that has always attracted the interest of people from near and far. Its historical and natural heritage, location and unique cultural aspects draw millions of local and foreign tourists every year. Read More |
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Ashtanga yoga in Istanbul
Where is home? For yoga instructor Dylan Bernstein, “Home is in my yoga practice.” He explains: “When I roll out a mat, I feel really grounded, I feel really centered and at home. I guess home is an internal place.” Read More |
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A food lover's tour of Istanbul
Some of the city's best restaurants boast stunning views. Sip a raki aperitif while you enjoy the sights and Turkey's celebrated cuisine -- traditional dishes and fresh interpretations. Read More |
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Salvador Dali: A Surrealist in Istanbul
The Sabanci University Sakip Sabanci Museum (SSM), with the sponsorship of Akbank and in cooperation with the Gala-Salvador Dali Foundation, is preparing to host one of the 20th century's most important artists and representative of the Surrealist movement Salvador Dali in September of 2008. Read More |
