Lonely Planet 2017. Istanbul

9th Ed. — Lonely Planet, 2017. — 259 p. — ISBN10: 1786572288; ISBN13: 9781786572288.This magical meeting place of East and West has more top-drawer attractions than it has minarets (and that’s a lot). Lonely Planet will get you to the heart of Istanbul, with amazing travel experiences and the best planning advice.Lonely Planet Istanbul is your passport to the most relevant, up-to-date advice on what to see and skip, and what hidden discoveries await you. Shop in the colorful and chaotic bazaars, visit the majestic Hagia Sophia basilica; or take a ferry to the Black Sea; all with your trusted travel companion.Get to the heart of Istanbul and begin your journey now!Inside Lonely Planet Istanbul:Full-color maps and images throughout;
Highlights and itineraries help you tailor your trip to your personal needs and interests;
Insider tips to save time and money and get around like a local, avoiding crowds and trouble spots;
Essential info at your fingertips - hours of operation, phone numbers, websites, transit tips, prices;
Honest reviews for all budgets - eating, sleeping, sight-seeing, going out, shopping, hidden gems that most guidebooks miss;
Cultural insights give you a richer, more rewarding travel experience – music, tourism, politics, culture, history, architecture, literature, cinema, language, cuisine, culture/etiquette;
Free, convenient pull-out Istanbul map (included in print version), plus over 35 color maps.Covers: Sultanahmet, The Grand Bazaar District, Western Districts, Beyoğlu, Beşiktaş, Ortaköy, Kuruçeşme, Kadıköy and more.