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If you are wondering whether the Turkish capital is worth a trip, check out these 12 inspiring reasons to visit Istanbul<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

1. The most exotic city in Europe<\/h2>\n
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The melting pot of the European and Asian cultures – Istanbul is as exotic as it gets<\/p><\/div>\n

Majestic and magical, dynamic and bustling, this huge metropolis is by far the most exotic city in Europe. It’s the only city in the world located on two continents. This duality is reflected in its contrast of cultures that mixes the essence of Europe and Asian exoticism<\/strong> in a combination unique of its kind. With its strong Oriental identity entangled with the centuries-long European influences, with the ancestral traditions coexisting with current trends, with it’s unique history and position, it’s like no other city you’ve ever seen.<\/p>\n

2. Ruler of Empires<\/h2>\n
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The interiors of Hagia Sophia reflect the different eras and empires it survided through<\/p><\/div>\n

Istanbul has a past that few places on Earth can match. For as much as 16 centuries, four subsequent great empires were ruled from here! It was influenced by each of them adding up layer by layer of foreign cultures. The Roman, Byzantine, Latin<\/a> and Ottoman empires each left their impressive remnants<\/strong>. The past glory of Istanbul is reflected in the majesty of its buildings and awe-inspiring historical sights.<\/p>\n

3. Bosphorus:\u00a0Boat trip between Europe and Asia<\/h2>\n
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Splendid view from the boat at the Bosphorus Strait at Hagia Sophia<\/p><\/div>\n

Europe and Asia are divided here by the beautiful Bosphorus Strait passing between the Marmara Sea and the Black Sea. It’s a very scenic spot from all points of view: from the shore – from one of the reastaurants or bars at the European or Asian side, crossing the long Bosphorus Bridge, or best – from a boat. The boat trip on the Bosphorus is spectacular – the views on the seven hills of Istanbul with multiple minarets of the city mosques are amazing<\/strong>. If you are visiting in the summer and the time permits, take a trip to Princes’ Islands on the Marmara Sea<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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