Every month we ask an Istanbul local the same ten questions.
This way you can hear firsthand what they love and hate about the city, and learn about the best places to wine, dine and shop in town.
Today Anıl Dundar, aged between 26-35 and active as a desk clerk, shares his Istanbul secrets.
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Public transportation in Istanbul has improved for the better over the past few years. Most people still take taxis to commute between the various points of interest, but it’s often not the best choice.
In this article I’ll point out the benefits of using public transportation, what the common lines are for tourists, when they operate, and what sightseeing spots they service. You will be amazed. Click To Continue…
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Starting November 2012 Taksim will never be the same place anymore. To make Taksim Square a pedestrian only zone, huge construction works are taking place (see video below). The main idea of this project is to clear out the traffic chaos around the square. But here is the catch, for the time being life in and around it is even more hectic. Here’s what you can expect (in the future) and how to best cope with it. Click To Continue…
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Every month we ask an Istanbul local the same ten questions. This way you can hear firsthand what they love and hate about the city, and learn about the best places to wine, dine and shop in town. Today Görkem Gül, aged between 26-35, and working as an Administration Specialist, shares his Istanbul secrets. Click To Continue…
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Istanbul Kart (Istanbul Card) is in essence an all-round public transportation boarding pass. To immediately answer the question raised in the title: yes it is worth getting one if you plan to use (the advantages of) public transportation multiple times during your stay in Istanbul. So, unless you prefer to do everything on foot or take a taxi to get around, please do continue reading to find out where to get it, how to use it, and the advantages it has. Click To Continue…
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