Sogukcesme Sokagi

Once a church, then a Byzantine cathedral, later a mosque and now a monument, this iconic building is a national treasure.

You can study the exhibits at Hagia Irene, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Istanbul. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

The “Sunken Palace” is one of the most striking remnants of Byzantine Constantinople and is the largest of hundreds of ancient underground reservoirs in Istanbul.

You can browse the exhibits at Istanbul Archaeology Museums, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Istanbul. Stroll along the seaside or visit the stunning cathedral in the area.

The official residence of the Ottoman sultans for about four centuries is now accessible to the public and home to sacred relics.

Visit this central park to take leisurely strolls through rose gardens, visit visit museums and a sultan’s palace and enjoy views of the Bosphorus Strait.