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HOW TO GETAtatürk Airport to SultanahmetSultanahmet to TaksimTaksim to Atatürk Airport

CITY GUIDESultanahmet SquareTaksim SquareIstiklal AvenueOrtaköy

ATTRACTIONSNew MosqueTopkapı PalaceIstanbul Archaeology MuseumTurkish BathTurkuazooArt Galleries & MuseumsGalata TowerMaiden TowerBosphorus Experience

DINING & NIGHTLIFEFlower PassageNevizade Asmalımescit

SHOPPINGGrand Bazaar Spice BazaarNişantaşıIstinye Park Studio Vogue

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WELCOME

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Welcome to Istanbul! This magical, many faceted city has numerous stories to tell. Throughout history it has been a very impor-tant city due to its strategic location. It has alternately been the home of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman Empires. As such, it is a blend of

many cultures, flavours and melodies reflecting its cosmopolitan character. Istanbul is unique in that it is a city separated into two

continents and bounded by two seas. Its long history means that it is now a combination of European and Middle Eastern cultures, bridging

the east and the west. It is the ideal destination for all kinds of travelers. Whether you want to lose yourself in its history, sample the

delights of its cuisine or acquire some traditional Turkish products, this is the perfect location. With approximately 14.000.000 inhabitants it is

an ever-evolving city and ranks as the educational, commercial and cultural hub of Turkey.

IstanbulFind is a tourist media network, it is here to help you discover

Istanbul and make the most of your stay. Its visual guide can be viewed through its website, tourist offices/agencies, hotels and other social

networks and aims to deliver all the information you are likely to need. In addition we have prepared this booklet, which we hope you will find useful, to guide you through your trip. We at IstanbulFind wish you a

happy and unforgettable visit to this wonderful city.

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your credit card account instantly when you get your Tax Free Point Cheque stamped by the Customs Desk. In this way, you can finish the refund process in one single step and do not have to go to Tax Free Point offices at the exit gates.

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Atatürk Airport - ( Gate 222 )Sabiha Gökçen Airport

Karaköy Port

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IstanbulFind Advises: You can buy your IstanbulKart from;European Side

Besiktas – Besiktas PierKarakoy – Karakoy Tunel EntranceMecidiyekoy – Metrobus Station

Taksim – Taksim Square Topkapı – Metrobus Station

Asian SideKadıköy-Kadıköy Square

Sabiha Gökçen Airport - Tuzla

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Atatürk Airport (European side) & Sabiha Gökçen Airport (Asian side): In addition to public transportation, taxis, hotel shuttle services and car rentals, there is also an efficient bus company called Havataş that provides airport transport every half hour to / from Taksim and Kadıköy. Their buses also link each ferryboat from Yenikapı with Atatürk Airport.

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Istanbul has a wide and busy public transport network including metro, tram, buses, shared taxi and ferries. It is highly advisable that you buy an IstanbulKart ( 6 TL) and load credit onto the card instead of buying tokens for every journey.

The metro / underground system has separate routes between Hacıosman - Yenikapı, Aksaray - Atatürk Airport and Kadıköy - Kartal. You can reach important centers of the city by metro easily.

The tram offers an alternative route between Kabataş - Bağcılar linking you with many tourist attractions.

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Transportation TipIstanbul has 3 metro, 5 tram lines and a funicular. For an overview of the lines, you can check page 2.* See more on page 8.

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PricesToken: 4 TL*Card: 2.15 TL

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Metrobus offers the fastest and easiest transportation in the city. It operates 24 hours between European and Asian side in Zincirlikuyu and Söğütlüçeşme line.

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Nostalgic Tram

Metrobus

The historical tram runs between Taksim - Tunel and Kadıköy - Moda offering flavour of the past.

As metrobus is the most used transportation system, try not to use during rush hours ( between 17:00 - 20:00 ). * See more on page 8.

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0850 222 44 48

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Yellow taxis can be stopped anytime and anywhere or alternatively can be called from a taxi rank.

Sea taxis are an ideal way to beat the traffic however they need to be booked in advance.

Sea taxis

Taxi

Taksim - Sultanahmet 15 TL Atatürk Airport -Taksim 50 TL Atatürk Airport-Sultanahmet 45 TL

Taxi Fares ( approximately )

Base Rate:3.20 TL

Each km:2.0 TL

The ferries are one of the oldest forms of transport in Istanbul. They connect the European side with Asian side. It’s possible to reach Kabataş, Eminönü, Kadıköy, Haydarpa-şa, Beşiktaş, Prince’s Islands, Üsküdar, Haliç, Sarıyer, İstinye and Çengelköy with ferries.

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Ferry - Sea Buses

Hop On - Hop Off Bus

BusesTwo types of buses are available in the city, the private or IETT municipal buses (mainly 06:00-23:00)

The city sightseeing tour buses depart from Sultanahmet and Taksim squares takes to all major attractions.

06:10 - 23:00

10:00 - 18:00

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Token: 4 TL*Card: 2.15 TL

Atatürk Airport

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Taksim Kabataş

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Atatürk Airport Ataköy - Şirinevler

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Kartal AyrılıkÇeşmesi

30 Min ( Approx ) 7 Min ( Approx )

*Please Check Page 2 for Istanbul Transportation Map

If you are going to use public transportation, we advise you first to get an Istanbulkart ( Cost 6 TL ). With this card you can use bus, tram or metro in

one card by loading credits in it ( Cost 2.15 TL ). Otherwise you can purchase a coin for each trip ( Cost 4.00 TL ).

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Taksim MetroAtatürk Airport Metro

Sultanahmet TramMetrobus ( 24 Hours )

Connection PointMarmarayKartal Metro

Note: Metro / Tram operates 06.00-00.00 All days of week

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Nearest Station: Sultanahmet (Sultanahmet Tram)

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Sultanahmet SquareSultanahmet Square, known as racecourse in Ottoman and Byzantine era, now fascinates visitors by important monuments such as Hagia Sophia, New Mosque and Basilica Cistern.

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IstanbulFind Advises...Taste Turkish coffee or tea in one of the sidewalk cafes in Sultanahmet Square.

Nearest Station: Taksim (Taksim Metro)

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Taksim SquareTaksim Square is a major tourist and leisure district famed for its restaurants, shops and hotels with the central station of the Istanbul Metro Network.

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Don’t forget to visit Monument of the republic at the square crafted by Pietro Canonica in 1928 for the 5th anniversary of the Turkish Republic.


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Istiklal Avenue is one of the most famous avenues in Istanbul. It is a pedestrian street with 1.4 km length, houses cultural, historical, dining and nightlife choices.

Istiklal Avenue

Take a walk on the street and visit passages for traditional shopping. Moreover you can find old books and antiques in one of the passages on the avenue.

Nearest Station: Kabataş (Sultanahmet Tram)



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OrtaköyCosmopolitan district during the Ottoman era, Ortaköy offers lots of souvenir shops, cafes and a vibrant nightlife.

Visit one of the cafes next to Ortaköy Mosque and enjoy your tea overlooking to one of the best views of Bosphorus.

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Istanbul offers a wealth of things to see with endless treasures stretching throughout the city, each area having its own special magic and must see attracti-ons.

Museum Pass PointsChora Museum, Hagia Sophia Museum, Topkapı Palace Museum and Harem Apartments, Istanbul Archaeology Museums, Istanbul Mosaic Museum, Museum of Turkish and Islamic Arts, Galata Mevlevi House Museum, Yıldız Palace Museum, Museum of the History of Science and Technology in Islam.

Where to BuyYou can buy Museum Pass from; Topkapı Palace, Hagia Sophia and Istanbul Archaeology Museum.

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Museum PassWith this card, you will be able to visit the historical and cultural treasures of Istanbul, free of charge and without having to queue. The Museum Pass Istanbul costs 85 TL and is valid for 72 hours, beginning with your first museum visit. The card can only be used at each museum once. The advantages offered to holders of the card aren’t just limited to this; attractive discounts await at the city’s elite private museums, together with arts and entertainments venues, museum shops and GES Shops.

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The New Mosque is an Ottoman imperial mosque located in the Eminönü district of Istanbul. Theconstruction of the mosque first began in 1597 and ended in 1663.

New Mosque

09.30 - 18.30 The mosque is closed during praying rituals.

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Feed the pigeons in front of the mosque.



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Winter:09.00 - 16.00 Summer: 09.00 - 18.00

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Topkapı PalaceConstructed between 1460 and 1478 during the reign of Fatih the Conqueror, Topkapı Palace, was the home of the Ottoman Dynasty and harem for over 400 years. The palace houses magnificent 86 carat Spoonmaker’s Diamond.

Stop by at Pavilion of the Holy Mantle which holds many holy relics of Islam and the Prophet Mohammed’s mantle.

Nearest Station: Gülhane (Sultanahmet Tram)


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Gülhane

Istanbul ArchaeologyMuseum Situated within the grounds of Gülhane Park, Archaeology Museum, first museum to feature Turkish art, has an extensive collection of antiques.

There are over a million objects are exhibited in the museum but the most outstanding and must see piece is Alexander Sarcophagus.

Winter:09.00 – 17.00 Summer: 09.00 – 18.00

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Summer:09.00 - 18.00

Winter:09.00 - 16.00

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Hagia Sophia

Also called as the eighth wonder of the world, Hagia Sophia is one of the largest cathedrals in the world having special significance for the Orthodox community.

Take a photo from the second floor of the Hagia Sophia in a sunny day.

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Blue Mosque This Ottoman mosque was built opposite to Hagia Sophia and takes its name from the famous blue tiles used in its interior. It was built between 1609 - 1616, during the reign of Ahmed I.

09.30 - 18.30 The mosque is closed during praying rituals.

Don’t just walk through quickly gaze up at the incredibly intricate tile work and look for the details like the carved wooden door above or the marble fountain below.

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Winter:09.00 - 17.30

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Basilica CisternUsed to hold 80 thousand cubic meters of water, Basilica Cistern has been the source of water for the palaces of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires.

Toss a coin into the pool and make a wish during your Basilica Cistern discovery.

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Turkish BathTurkish Bath history relies on Roman era. After the conquest of Istanbul in 1453, Ottoman Empire became patrons of baths and built amazing structures.

Visiting Turkish Bath is a worth trying activity in Istanbul. Don’t forget to have foam massage, washing and pouch.

Nearest Station: Kocatepe (Atatürk Airport Metro)

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10.00 – 20.00 Entrance Fee: Adult: 34 TL Children & Student: 25 TL

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TurkuazooDiscover Turkey’s biggest aquarium; Turkuazoo, where guests can take underwater safari through 80m underwa-ter tunnel: with stunning 270° panoramic views, just like taking a walk along the ocean floor.

For an immersive experience and breathtaking adventure you can dive with the sharks. What is more, no previous experience is needed!

Art Galleries & MuseumsIf you are into discovering local artists or just into strolling some exhibitions Istanbul offers many modern art galleries and museums

It has an excellent location at the end of the Bosphorus and is a museum of contemporary art which also hosts exhibitions. (Closed on Mondays)

Salt InstitutionSituated in Karaköy and Taksim, Salt is a foundation that hosts exhibitions and conferences and is also home to the Ottoman Bank Museum.

Yapı Kredi Art GalleryBased on Istiklal Street, this art gallery shows mainly Turkish contemporary artists together with exhibitions of photography.

Nearest Station: Tophane (Sultanahmet Tram)



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Galata TowerThis observation tower is built by the Genoese and it gets its name from the area where it is situated and offers a perfect panorama of the Golden Horn and the Old City.

You can enjoy the restaurant on the upper floor of the tower or can capture amazing Golden Horn moments.

Nearest Station: IDO Kabataş ( European Side )Nearest Station: Üsküdar Pier ( Asia Side )

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Bosphorus

09.15 - 18.45Entrance Fee: 20 TL

Maiden’s TowerAlso known as Leander’s Tower, Maiden’s Tower is situated on the sea at the entrance of the Bosphorus and is famous for its legends.

Enjoy at the café or restaurant in the tower overlooking to amazing Istanbul view.

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ATTRACTIONS Bosphorus is a strait that forms part of the boundary between Europe and Asia.

Bosphorus Experience

Hop on the traditional city liner boats of Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality to experience Bosphorus with digital guide system in 10 different languages.

DID YOU KNOW?THAT A TRADITIONAL RAKI

SERVING RESTAURANT IS CALLED A MEYHANE.

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IstanbulFind Advises: Visit Nevizade Street to have a “meyhane” experience.

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Ciçek Pasajı (Flower Passage)After the big Beyoglu fire, the passage hall of this building started to host flower shops and drinking holes and it came to be known as the “Flower Passage”.

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Here you can see a trio or a quartet of musicians going around with their instruments, tip them 15 to 20 TL to stop and play you a classical Turkish song or two.


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NevizadeNevizade, has scores of tables set on the street and accommodates patrons with the freshest fish in the city (brought over directly from the Bazaar) and loads of delicious mezes.

You can taste some delicious Turkish appetizers sitting at a restaurant and show your little dance moves in dance clubs or listen to an amazing concert in one of the live music halls around the area.

Nearest Station: Şişhane (Taksim Metro)

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AsmalımescitAsmalımescit serves as a nightlife center of Istanbul. Street offers many restaurants, bars and concert halls that will keep you entertai-ned till the morning hours.

When you see the queue in front of the historical Mehmet Efendi Turkish coffee shop, don’t mind the wait and get in line.

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Turkish CoffeeRoasted and finely ground coffee beans boiled in a pot and served in a small coffee cup with lots foam on it. After meal, before meal, in every spare time you can see people drinking coffee in small cups. That’s true! It’s Turkish Coffee.

Nearest Station: Eminönü (Sultanahmet Tram)

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The first Karaoke bar in Turkey, Mido Karaoke in Ortaköy guarantees an enjoyable night with over 65.000 songs in 6 languages; English, Turkish, French, Italian, Chinese, Turkish, Japanese and Korean.

Mido Karaoke

Spend an enjoyable night with your group of friends in their private karaoke rooms.

Nearest Station: Kabataş (Sultanahmet Tram)

19:00 – 04:00

For reservation:+90 212 227 60 10

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Ortaköy ( Next to Princess Ortaköy Hotel)

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DID YOU KNOW?THE GRAND BAZAAR IS ONE OF THE LARGEST

COVERED MARKETS IN THE WORLD WITH 60 STREETS AND 5000 SHOPS.

IstanbulFind Advises: While shopping in the bazaar, don’t forget to visit the famous Turkish coffee house.

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IstanbulFind Advises...Don’t leave the bazaar before you buy an evil eye and visit a carpet store to watch how the carpet sellers flies the carpets.

09.00 – 19.00 It is closed on Sundays.

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This ancient covered market is one of the largest in the world containing thousands of shops selling anything from jewellery to silk garments and from carpets to leather.

Grand Bazaar

Nearest Station: Gülhane (Sultanahmet Tram)

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Sultanahmet

You should visit Abdi İpekçi street, where you can find world’s most famous brands.

Nearest Station: Osmanbey (Taksim Metro)


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Nişantaşı

Nişantaşı, on the European side of Istanbul, is a popular shopping and residential district. It is one of the most exclusive neighbourhood of the city. The area includes worldwide famous stores.

Nisantası

You can visit all days of the week.

You should take a rest during your shopping experience in the Brands Street on a cafe and watch the amazing crowd and luxurious cars go by.

Nearest Station: İTÜ Ayazaga (Taksim Metro)


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Istinye ParkIn addition to the top brands, Istinye Park stands out with its architecture. Shopping mall with over 100 clothing stores and worldwide brands caters for all your needs seven days a week.

10:00 - 22:00

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Have you ever visited a leather factory? Discover all the process of leather production at the Studio Vogue’s manufacturing area.

Nearest Station: Kazlıçesme (Marmaray)


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Kazlıçeşme Mah. Abay Cad. No:229 Zeytinburnu Istanbul

Studio VogueYoung and dynamic face of leather fashion, Studio Vogue offers wide range of trendy and elegant designs from napa, stretch leather and suede.

Factory Shop

Nearest Station: kazlıçeşme ( Marmaray )

Leather & Fur

Tel: +90 212 513 58 98 www.studiovogue.com

Address: Molla Fenari Mah. Bab-ı Ali Cad. No:7/A CagaloğluNearest Station: Sultanahmet (Sultanahmet Tram)

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DID YOU KNOW?THAT THERE ARE NEARLY 1200+ HOTELS IN

ISTANBUL, WITH A CAPACITY TO HOST10 MILLION VISITORS EACH YEAR.

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IstanbulFind Advises: You can book your room at one of the best hotels in Istanbul on istanbulfind.com.

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ACCOMMODATIONHow To Book Your Room On ISTANBULFIND.com ?

1- Open your web browser. 2- Visit istanbulfind.com 3- You can select your language; English, Turkish, Russian or Arabic, on the right side of the page.

4- Click the hotels section located on top of the page. 5- Choose the hotel you want to stay.

6- You can find pictures, videos, general information and reviews about the hotel. 7- Click on the green "Book Now" box on the right side. 8- You'll book your room safely under the guarantee of Booking.com

Thanks For Choosing ISTANBULFIND!

* Before you book your hotel, don't forget to visit "Find Special Offers" section for hot hotel deals.

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10IstanbulFind has made a selection of activities for you which we hope will enhance your Istanbul experience.

Take a boat tour along the Bosphorus, enjoy a Turkish tea and feed the seagulls with pieces from your 'simit'. Pay a visit a hamam and luxuriate in an authentic Turkish bath experience.

Watch a ceremony of the Whirling Dervishes at the Galata Mevlevihanesi.

Spend an evening tasting a wide range of mezes in a 'meyhane' to the accompaniment of live 'fasıl' music.

Take a trip to Büyükada and enjoy a ride in a phaeton.

Don’t forget to drink Turkish Coffee in a local cafe.

Give “Shisha” a try (waterpipe) in one of oldest waterpipe gardens at Çorlulu Ali Paşa Medresesi.

Take a trip to Polonezköy and have a leisurely breakfast in this rural environment.

Have a picnic at one of the beaches in Kilyos and take a swim in the Black Sea. Feed the pigeons in front of the New Mosque in Eminönü whilst having your shoes polished in the traditional way.

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LanguageLearn some Turkish when you travel to Turkey and your trip will be much better. Luckily, simple Turkish is fairly easy to learn because Turkish is a logical, phonetic language.

AnlamıyorumI do not understand

Tekrar edebilir misiniz? Could you repeat please?

İmdat! Help!

Dikkat! Look out!

KayboldumI am lost

Beni rahat bırakınLeave me alone

Bir doktora ihtiyacım varI need a doctor

Hesap lütfenThe bill please

Bu ne kadarHow much is this?

Bunu beğenmedim I did not like this

Bunu istemiyorumI do not want this

Kredi kartı geçerli mi? Do you accept credit cards?

Nerede döviz bozdurabilirim? Where can I change money?

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Police: 155Fire: 110Ambulance: 112Coast Guard: 158

Gendarmerie: 156

Atatürk Airport: +90 212 663 64 00Sabiha Gökçen Airport: +90 216 585 50 00

American Hospital: 444 37 77 Acıbadem Hospital: 444 55 44

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Before you spend, money be sure that you changed into Turkish Liras. Because generally most of the shops and restaurants change the money with below currency. If you are visiting mosques be sure that you have a head scarf. You can enjoy your Istanbul visit by walking, especially in Old City area. So take your most comfortable shoes with you. Istanbul can surprise you in every way, especially with its weather. Be sure that you have a portable umbrella in your bag.

Don’t forget to take ISTANBULFIND Tourist Information Guide with you during your discovery in the city.

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Being the capital city of three great empires, Istanbul is also one of the cities which has been the center of the country's economic life. From

flats in urban centers to villas in suburbs, there are many options for housing in Istanbul.

Financially 34th biggest city in the

world.

Istanbul generates about 23% of Turkey's Gross National

Product (GNP).

Foreign Currency Inflow:

1,732,130,209,92

Turkey is the 17th largest economy in the world and the

6th largest economy in Europe with a current GDP of

approximately USD 820 billion in 2013.


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