Istanbul is a cultural mosaic, a heady mix of the hip and the classical, the ultramodern and the ancient - discover the great intercontinental city with Lonely Planet. Whether you want to shop for carpets, behold architectural treasures, catch a Bosphorus ferry or smoke a nargileh, this stylish and street-smart guide is your essential companion. • Tap Into The Pulse of the metropolis with our Entertainment listings and City Life coverage. • Haggle Like A Pro - we give you the lowdown on the arcades of the Grand Bazaar, Beyoglu's designer boutiques and the best antique and curio shops. • Travel Through Time with our walking tours highlighting Byzantine and Ottoman glories and the city's atmospheric neighborhoods. • Eat And Sleep Like A Sultan - discerning listings cover Istanbul's burgeoning culinary scene and best rest-your-head options. • Get Out, Get About with our Excursions chapter and easy-to-use, full-color maps.

Lonely Planet Istanbul

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Maxwell, Virginia

Asia

Lonely Planet

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Lonely Planet Egypt

Fitzpatrick, Mary

Sattin, Anthony

Jenkins, Siona

Africa

Discover Istanbul Listen to the echoes of countless footsteps rising into the dome of the Aya Sofya Savour the serene frescoes and glittering mosaics of the Chora Church Watch the sunset while commuting between Asia and Europe on a Bosphorous ferry Submit to a vigorous lathering and scrubbing in a historic hamam In This Guide: 46 days of in-city research, 30 ferry trips, over 100 mezes eaten Full-color chapters on the city's architectural treasures and Turkish cuisine Locals discuss making a living in the bazaar, artistic traditions, bears and gender benders Content updated daily - visit lonelyplanet.com for up-to-the-minute reviews, updates and traveler insights

Lonely Planet Istanbul City Guide

What Will Your Istanbul Encounter Be? Getting giddy with the whirling dervishes Rich kilims, dazzling jewellery and marketplace banter in the Grand Bazaar Taking your time to muse on artistic inspiration at Istanbul Modern Dining like a sultan on meze selections or fabulously fresh fish Greek liturgies, Macedonian synagogues or Albanian meatballs on a Golden Horn cruise Chasing Medusa's head and ghostly carp in the subterranean Basilica Cistern Discover Twice the City in Half the Time Full-color pull-out map and detailed neighborhood maps for easy navigation Our Turkophile author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops, architectural treasures and ferry trips Unique itineraries and highlights help you make the most of a short break Local experts reveal Istanbul's secrets: from crime author Barbara Nadel's favorite neighborhood to a Grand Bazaar jeweller's cafe recommendations

Lonely Planet Encounter Istanbul (Lonely Planet Best Of Series)

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Lonely Planet Tuscany & Umbria

Leviton, Alex

Pettersen, Leif

Europe

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Fez encounter (Lonely Planet Encounter)

Ranger, Helen

GeoPlaneta

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Sicily 5 (Lonely Planet)

Garwood, Duncan

Lonely Planet Istanbul Gaze in awe at the soaring dome of Aya Sofya Submit to the mitten in a historic hammam Sip a cocktail and watch the sunset from a rooftop bar Eat like a Turk in a traditional mayhane In This Guide: One expert author, 500 hours of research, over 350 places recommended Special color section on the city's architecture and full coverage of Bosphorus ferry trips Locals give the inside story on the city's culture, fashion and contemporary art

Istanbul (Lonely Planet Istanbul)

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Istanbul Encounter (Lonely Planet Encounter)

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Florence & Tuscany (LONELY PLANET)

Williams, Nicola

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