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How Istiklal Caddesi Became Istanbul’s Most Famous and Fashionable Street

by Istanbul Trails

in City Trip, Things To See & Do

People who visited Istanbul’s Istiklal Caddesi (İstiklal Caddesi) in the new millennium will tell you that it’s a busy but pleasant pedestrian street in the Beyoğlu district, housing a huge variety of shops, galleries, restaurants, bars and cinemas. And that is exact what Istiklal Caddesi today is. However, most people don’t know that it was [...]

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Taksim – Video Gallery

by Istanbul Trails

in City Trip, Video Gallery

Taksim Square in Beyoğlu, located in the modern part of Istanbul, is not only considered the heart of modern Istanbul, it’s also a very busy public transportation hub and popular meeting point.
There are two versions available: a YouTube version (smaller in size) and a WVM version (bigger in size). The length of both movies is [...]

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In What Area of Istanbul to Look For a Hotel?

by Istanbul Trails

in City Trip, Hotel & Area Guide

There are basically two options: south of the Golden Horn or north of it.
The good news is that there is no good or bad area. It’s just a matter of preference. The bad news is that you should expect to spend plenty of time in taxis, regardless of the area you choose. Why? Because most [...]

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