Once inside, the detailed tile work ... Such thinking can certainly be applied to the reason why the Blue Mosque Istanbul was built. Sultan Ahmet I was driven by his desire to build an Ottoman ...

The Süleymaniye Mosque is one of the best sights of Istanbul. The Blue Mosque might ... maintained gardens and ablution facilities are inside. Walk around the courtyard. It’s truly peaceful ...

Since the early 1600s, the Blue Mosque has been quite ... of the biggest tourist draws in Istanbul. Visitors say this mosque offers stunning architecture inside and out. It can, however, get ...

There are a lot of great restaurants in Istanbul—but nothing compares to a restaurant with a view. These are some of the top spots in Sultanahmet Square for taking in the views from afar.

Take a flight of discovery high above the medieval charm of Istanbul with captivating drone footage showcasing its iconic skyline, ancient walls, and historic landmarks. Glide over the vibrant ...

Identifying the ancient temple, which has served as a church, museum and mosque, may be tricky from a distance. Istanbul’s skyline ... lavish marble decoration inside." "Massive marble columns ...

Left: Instead of waiting in line at Istanbul’s Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque, Natalie went inside Nuruosmaniye Mosque, an 18th-century Ottoman mosque nearby. Right: The smallest breakfast ...

Once inside, the detailed tile work ... Such thinking can certainly be applied to the reason why the Blue Mosque Istanbul was built. Sultan Ahmet I was driven by his desire to build an Ottoman-style ...