[2025 Istanbul Attraction] Travel Guide for Haydarpasa Train Station (Updated Jun)

Sultanahmet Square in Istanbul is the heart of the city and one of the must-see places for tourists. The square is surrounded by famous buildings and historical sites, exuding a strong cultural atmosphere. One of the main highlights of the square is the Sultan Ahmed Mosque (Blue Mosque). This magnificent mosque is known for its unique architecture and magnificent interior, which attracts the attention of many tourists. Besides the mosque, the square also has other amazing buildings like the Haji Sultan Ahmadus Mosque and the Istanbul Basilica. Another feature of the square is its open-air market, which offers a wide variety of goods including handicrafts, souvenirs and local specialities. Wandering through the market, you can feel the bustling atmosphere and rich colors. In addition, there are some museums and cultural institutions near the square, such as the Turkish Islamic Art Museum and the Turkish Aviation Museum, which allow you to gain a deeper understanding of Istanbul's history and culture.

Istanbul is a really romantic place, this time I came to this sea at the junction of Europe and Asia, unique, soft sound of waves with seagulls, really beautiful, especially there are many churches, very grand photography 😘

🇹🇷Wandering in the Kingdom of Stars and Moon｜Istanbul｜Itinerary Summary⠀ ⠀ On the fourth day in Istanbul, I had to take a night bus for more than 10 hours to Goreme (where the hot air balloon is located) that night, so I didn’t make any special arrangements and just wandered around. ⠀ ·⠀ Except for the covered bazaar on the first day, there was almost no other shopping itinerary, so we came to Istiklal Street on the last day. Istiklal Street is also a famous pedestrian street in Istanbul, with all kinds of shops. It is worth a visit if you have time. : : : : : : : : : : : : : : :

🇹🇷Wandering in the Kingdom of Stars and Moon｜Istanbul｜Beautiful view restaurant⠀ ⠀ On the third day in Istanbul, I had a traditional Turkish breakfast in the morning. There were more than ten dishes filling the entire table. It looked very rich, but in fact, most of them were side dishes and sauces; and the staple food was only dry and hard bread... Personally, I didn't like it very much. ⠀ ·⠀ I visited another mosque in the afternoon, and there happened to be a restaurant famous for its "beautiful view" nearby. The restaurant has two floors, indoor and outdoor. The view from the roof is the most worth seeing. Looking out over the Bosphorus and the Suleymaniye Mosque, it is a great place to enjoy the view of Istanbul from a high vantage point. ⠀ ·⠀ As for the food, the quality is good and the price-performance ratio is quite high. The two of us ordered a main course and a drink each, and it was only $65TL (about HK$85), which was definitely worth it considering the view. ⠀ ⠀ 📍Mihrisah Cafe⠀ ·⠀ When you come to the old town, you must try the meatball shop with a history of over a hundred years. When I first arrived, I saw a long queue outside the restaurant, which almost made me want to leave. However, the staff in the store kept waving and asking us to take a seat. It turned out that the people queuing outside the door were all waiting to be seated and eat after 8 o'clock - the fasting time was over, but they arrived outside the restaurant two hours early to queue up. ⠀ ·⠀ Of course, this "century-old meatball shop" did not disappoint me. I even ordered more plates after finishing one. In addition to meatballs, their rice pudding is also highly recommended. No wonder so many locals are willing to wait two hours to be seated; the Turkish people's devotion to their faith is truly admirable. ⠀ ⠀ 📍Century meatball shop Sultanahmet Köftecisi⠀ 💰Meatballs price: $24TL⠀ ✁………………………………………………………………⠀ #angeljourni #LittleDriftingJournal⠀ #Turkey #Food #Attractions Photography Guide #The Most Stylish Travel Experience⠀ 20190516 | Istanbul | Day3⠀

In the story-filled city of Istanbul, the Topkapi Palace shines like a dazzling jewel embedded in the river of history.🏰✨ Every corner, every stone brick, tells of the once magnificent glory and honor of the Ottoman Empire.🔖👑 Wandering through the palace, one can almost hear the echoes of history, whispering between the grand architecture and exquisite decorations.🚶‍♂️👂 Although the interior of the Harem is not as glittering with gold as other palaces, it reveals a unique Turkish style with its simple beauty.🎨🌟 The modesty of a mosque gives a sense of tranquil and solemn power.🍃🕋 For history enthusiasts, the Topkapi Palace is like a thick history book, each page worthy of careful reading.🤓📖 If time allows, one can spend a peaceful time in the library, surrounded by floral ceramic tiles and the scent of books, composing a serene picture.📚🛋️ Photography lovers can find the best angles around the perimeter of the palace to capture the many facets of this ancient palace.📸🏯 Whether it's the hazy outline in the morning light or the golden splendor at dusk, both are excellent subjects for photography.🌄🌆 Lastly, a reminder to every visitor that the value of the Topkapi Palace goes far beyond the price of admission; it represents precious historical memories and cultural heritage.🏹📜 Here, we are not just tourists, but learners and inheritors.👩‍🎓👨‍🎓 Visiting the Topkapi Palace is not just a simple trip, but a journey through history and time.🧳🎒 Let us approach with reverence, to feel those ancient stories, to understand the dreams and aspirations of emperors.🌐💭

Istanbul is the largest city in Türkiye. Many people don’t know that it is actually divided into the Asian and European areas. It is also a place with rich history and culture. 1. Blue Mosque: This mosque is an Istanbul landmark, famous for its unique blue mosaic tiles. The interior is ornately decorated with lots of stained glass, which is very spectacular. Admission is free, but please pay attention to your clothing and visiting hours. 2. Hagia Sophia: This church built in the 6th century was once an Orthodox church, a mosque during the Ottoman Empire, and now a museum. It combines Byzantine and Islamic architectural styles and is considered one of the greatest buildings in the world. It used to be a church, but it was converted into a mosque during the Ottoman era, and they covered all the Christian images inside with lime, so visitors can see the occasional painting of Christ on the wall. You also need to pay attention to your attire and the time of your visit. 3. Grand Bazaar: This is one of the largest covered bazaars in the world, with thousands of shops and stalls selling a variety of goods such as Turkish rugs, pottery, jewelry and leather. Don’t forget to bargain! 4. Basilica Cistern: An ancient underground aqueduct supported by more than a hundred marble columns. Located near two mosques, visitors can admire the remains of this underwater palace. There is a fee for this visit. These are just some of Istanbul’s famous attractions, but the city has many other historical sites, museums, parks and a beautiful seafront to explore.

The Bosphorus Strait is an amazing place located in Istanbul, Turkey, separating Asia and Europe. The cruise on the Bosphorus was very impressive. From the boat, you can enjoy the charming scenery of both sides of the strait, including ancient buildings, luxurious palaces and magnificent bridges. Moreover, you can also see the ships and maritime traffic coming and going, and feel the vitality of this busy strait. During the tour, your guide will share stories about the history, culture and legends, giving you a deeper understanding of the area. Whether it's day or night, the Bosphorus is an unforgettable sight and is definitely worth a visit.

This is my second time visiting Istanbul, and for me, it feels like going back to the countryside. very familiar and the Turkish people are extremely warm-hearted. 😍 This time, it's a solo trip of self-love. 😘 It's my first time living alone in such a distant place for three months. ✅ - I've been here many years ago, and the cost of living in this place is very low. But what deserves praise is the warmth of the Turkish people. There were many times when I didn't know the way, and every person I encountered on the street would greet me with a hello. 🙋🏻‍♀️ Moreover, the security here is quite good, but every place will have its share of bad people, so just be careful and vigilant, and there won't be any problems. - Image 2: When you come to Turkey, you must try this pomegranate juice. 🇹🇷✅ There are many juice shops around. Having a fresh juice every day is a must. 😊 - Image 3: I've had countless döner kebabs during these three months. It costs around $10 Hong Kong dollars, but the ingredients are very generous. One wrap is already enough for a meal. 🤍 - Images 5-6: This is a fantastic bakery that serves delicious croissants with various flavors, both savory and sweet. This time, I had the water buffalo cheese flavor. The average cost per person is $80. Kruvasan Teşvikiye, Av. Süreyya Ağaoğlu Sk. No:10, 34365 Şişli/İstanbul, Turkey - Image 7: This is a cafe that I really love, located by the coast. It's very cozy, and the average cost per person is around $100. It's perfect for taking Instagram-worthy photos. ❤️🇹🇷 The House Cafe Ortaköy Yıldız, Ortaköy Salhanesi Sk. No:1, 34349 Beşiktaş/İstanbul, Turkey

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The Blue Mosque is not only the most important national mosque in Turkey, but also one of the most important members of the entire Istanbul Historic District World Heritage Group. If you don’t visit the Blue Mosque when visiting Istanbul, it’s like you haven’t been to Istanbul at all! Share your experiences or travel tips to help other travelers plan their trips. Adding new tags is also a great way to increase your post’s visibility.

Istanbul in spring, the season when tulips are in full bloom! There are always surprising scenes in the alleys of the old city... Traveling alone in a country where you don't speak the language, Full of precious memories! The local people in Türkiye are warm and kind. A city I would like to visit again~ #Istanbul #伊斯坦堡 #Old Town #Princes Islands #Kızkulesi #Maiden's Tower

#Istanbul, a place that interweaves Eastern and Western history and culture, has many amazing attractions, and a one-day itinerary is not enough. This is the final chapter of my travelogue of Türkiye, where I will share my visit to the Blue Temple, #Hagia Sophia and the underground aqueduct. The tight schedule of more than ten days has come to the end. Today I got up earlier than going to work and took a 2-3 hour bus ride to get here. I have been eating Turkish food for more than ten days, so I decided to change the taste! We went to a Chinese restaurant run by a Turk for lunch. We ordered a set meal for two and it came with ten dishes. We were all dumbfounded! Although the combination of dishes is somewhat magical, it is just a blend of major famous dishes from all over China. Fortunately, the chef cooked it well, it was cooked to perfection and the taste was just right! We arrived at #Hagia Sophia with full bellies, luckily we skipped the closed period due to crowd control, and were able to enter the museum without having to wait long. The church was once the main cathedral of the Byzantine Empire, later became a mosque during the Ottoman Empire, and is now a museum. When you walk into Hagia Sophia, you will be shocked by the huge dome. The interior of the church is rich in mosaics and murals, which also bear witness to the historical traces of murals painted after the Ottoman Empire entered. Just opposite Hagia Sophia is the famous #Blue Temple. The mosque's official name is the #Sultan Ahmet Mosque, but it is known as the "Blue Temple" for its distinctive blue Iznik tiles. The Blue Temple at that time had the same six minarets as the Kaaba Mosque in the holy city of Mecca, which caused criticism from Mecca that the Sultan at that time was too arrogant! The Sultan then funded the construction of the seventh minaret in Mecca to quell the incident. In fact, there are two mosques with six minarets in Türkiye, the other one is in Adana. The last attraction I came to was the mysterious #undergroundwaterpalace. This ancient underground waterway is called the #Basilica Cistern and was an important water source during the Byzantine Empire. It was built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian the Great during the reign of 527-565 AD as a source of daily drinking water for the citizens of Istanbul at that time. Walking through the dim corridors, I saw ancient Roman columns scattered among the waterways. The most famous of these are the two stone columns whose bases are supported by stone columns carved with the face of Medusa, and on the base of each column there is a huge stone snake head. It is believed to have been moved here after the demolition of a building from the ancient Roman period. After visiting the places we needed to go, we headed to the #spice market. After walking around, we had no extra Turkish lira left and couldn’t bear to buy anything we wanted. We chose a very chill coffee shop #R7 coffee & cake and ordered the surprising lava pistachio cake, carrot cake and coffee. After having dinner later in the evening, we headed for the airport. We were so impressed by this impromptu trip that we had to come back to experience it again!

Transportation guide to Istanbul, Turkey🙆🏻‍♀️ The first stop of the journey is Istanbul First of all, let me share with you the local transportation🚖 In Istanbul, you must use your Istanbul card (picture 2) just like Hong Kong's Octopus 😂 Remember that you don't accept cash when you take the subway 👉🏻 It is recommended not to top up too much at a time Each subway no matter how many stations are uniformly charged about $ 7 lira 👉🏻 There is no change at the vending machine so remember to prepare your coins before you go to top up Popular attractions I have been to this time: Santa Sophia Cathedral, Blue Mosque, Underwater Palace, Tocabi Palace All take the subway T1 line Sultanahmet station get off walking distance to walk to all the attractions very convenient🤟🏻 👉🏻 Precisely because some attractions focus on choosing a hotel when it is best to choose a hotel near the station🤓🤓🤓 Save a lot of time This time I stayed at Aybar hotel. I will share the details and reviews of the hotel in detail later☺️ 👉🏻 Istanbul Of course there are other attractions such as Grand bazaar and Independence Street are other stations but most of the above attractions are concentrated in Sultanahmet station so it is recommended to stay nearby ~ 👉🏻 Note that the airport out of the city is not directly to Sultanahmet station The most suitable route is H-12 but because of the road closure the farthest can only go to Aksaray Metro station got off the car dragging some luggage took some time to find the right subway station: T1 line Yusufpasa station The first time I went to Turkey, I was not familiar with the road, plus dragging some luggage is very confusing and complicated🥲 Also during the search, there are a large number of taxi guys who will rush over to attract customers because they see us as tourists dragging luggage, remember to be tougher and to search the price of the distance, so you know the taxi guy opens the sky to kill prices🙃🙃🙃$7 lira 5 subway stations distance Two taxi guys offer $200 😵‍💫😵‍💫 For more information on Turkey travel follow my ig: mimi_in_turkey 💕💕💕#Turkey #TurkeyTravel #Istanbul #Travel #travelblogger #Turkeytravel

Istanbul is the dividing line between Europe and Asia. The flags all over the streets indicate that the democratic election process is in full swing!