GENERAL INFORMATION
ABOUT ISTANBUL
Istanbul is a natural gateway on two continents, Europe and Asia, a metropolis with 8,500 years of rich history and cultural capital of Turkiye.
For ages, the city of Istanbul hosted countless cultures and civilizations and acted as the capital of various ruling empires such as Byzantinium and Ottoman Empires. Istanbul has a lot unique qualities with its history, economic value, geographical location and culture.
It is definitely a “must-see destination” for all kinds of travelers and a financial center for global brands.
Even now, every single street of Istanbul has some pieces of Ottoman and Byzantine Empires. The city is living and breathing with its thousands-of-years-long history.
The city is naturally beautiful, it’s exciting scene blending a metropolitan way of life and modern infrastructure makes it a unique meeting place for business.
is not only an UNESCO World Heritage Site but also a hub for contemporary artistic developments and creative industries.
Istanbul is a city that lives 24/7. The city is an eclectic and unique combination of various cultures and traditions. As a result, Istanbul can easily be described an an open-air museum with its palaces, mosques, churches, and other historic monuments. After seeing the various sights of this open-air museum, you can experience the city’s colorful nightlife.
Moreover, Istanbul is home to the best restaurants which offer selections from Turkish cuisine as well as other internationally renowned cuisines. Millions of travelers come to Istanbul each year for a taste of the city’s rich and vibrant cuisine.
Istanbul will also satisfy shopping enthusiasts with its historic bazaars, more than 100 modern shopping centers, open-air markets, and antique stores.
LOCATION OF Istanbul & ACCESS
Istanbul is among the most special cities in the world with its position as a bridge between Europe and Asia.
As a seaport, it is both the closest Asian city to Europe and the closest European city to Asia. Istanbul’s value rests on its strategic commercial importance.
Istanbul is accessible from all parts of the World. The city has two international airports, Istanbul Airport on the European side and Sabiha Gökçen Airport on the Asian side.
As the official airline, Turkish Airlines flies to more countries in the world than any other airline. In 2011, Turkish Airlines was named “Best Airline in Europe” by Skytrax. Turkish Airlines flies approximately 300 destinations directly from Istanbul.
Istanbul Airport, also known by its International Civil Aviation Organization code of IST, is the primary international airport for the city of Istanbul in Turkey.
Istanbul is home to more than 15 million people and is an increasingly popular holiday destination for people all over the World.
IST airport is about 40 kilometers from the city center and the trip usually takes around 45 minutes, depending on traffic conditions, making it a fairly convenient way for visitors from around the globe to visit the city .
There are a number of transportation options for getting to and from the airport, including buses, private shuttles, rental cars and taxis, and the right choice will depend on your specific vacation needs. Eventually, the Istanbul Metro – the city’s railway network – will have connections directly to the airport.
The airport is known as Istanbul New Airport because construction finished in October 2018, to help cope with increasing air traffic to the city.