The city where Europe and Asia meet Istanbul is a place of fusion Hagia Sophia and the Blue Mosque are across the street The former is rich and exquisite inside, becoming the design template for later mosques The latter is the only mosque with six towers, covered with blue glazed porcelain Galata Tower not far away is the landmark of the new city The Basilica Cistern is the most romantic and mysterious place The Bosporus Strait is the continental boundary Dolmabahce Palace shows the glory of the Ottoman Empire The Grand Bazaar is the largest bazaar in the world Come to Traveldom to experience the authentic Turkey