Homestay in Istanbul, Istanbul, Turkey

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Location of your home, here in Istanbul, is literaly 8 minutes walking distance to all the hustle and bustle of this metropol and still tucked away in a qiute neighborhood. Who hasn’t heard of landmar...

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Location of your home, here in Istanbul, is literaly 8 minutes walking distance to all the hustle and bustle of this metropol and still tucked away in a qiute neighborhood. Who hasn’t heard of landmarks such as Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Dolmabahce Palace, Grand Bazaar, and the Spice Bazaar. And then there are the lesser known, but not less beautiful, spots such as Suleymaniye Mosque, Basilica Cistern, the Galata Tower, as well as numerous churches from the Byzantine era. All them are literally 5 to 35 minutes walking distance from your home. Despite the city’s age, thankfully many remains of Istanbul’s opulent past remained intact. The cultural heritage of the metropolis is impressive. If you would like to further explore the city nearest public transportation is in 10 minutes walking distance, the Sultanahmet main Tram stop. The centuries old mix of cultures also had a huge impact on the food scene. In Istanbul, you can enjoy different cuisines, varying from authentic Ottoman food, over typical Turkish food with its delicious mezes and meat or fish dishes, to the modern kitchens. If you still have some appetite left, by all means, try one of the many Turkish desserts. Please, don’t ask me directions to the closest Maccy D's :):):) Shops galore in Istanbul. You can go luxurious and mainstream by a visit to one of the many modern shopping centers spread all over the city. Or you can hunt for authentic, handmade items by local designers and craftsmen in less touristic parts of town. If you like to bargain, then the Grand Bazaar is of course shopping heaven on Earth (60covered street and 4000shops). Also, don’t forget to stock up on exotic spices, olives or the great selection of nuts available.

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