Istanbul straddles two continents, Asia and Europe, and has been a bustling metropolis for centuries. What was once the capital of the Byzantine and Ottoman empires, Istanbul is now a unique place ...

Discover Istanbul, a city that bridges Europe and Asia, blending ancient traditions with modern energy. From navigating its ...

Istanbul has been on a tumultuous ride over the past decade: touted as the “new party capital of Europe,” reshaped by controversial development, riven by protests and repressive policing, targeted by ...

When Lebanese curator Christine Tohme unveiled the theme of the 18th Istanbul Biennial in February, “ The Three-Legged Cat ,” (Sept. 20 through Nov. 23), she drew a parallel between the biennial and a ...

Talk turkey: The Romans, Byzantines and Ottomans all claimed Istanbul as their capital over the centuries -- with a new cruise port and upcoming Peninsula hotel, the worldly city can now be yours. NY ...

Istanbul is a “magical meeting place” which straddles two continents, Europe and Asia, said Lonely Planet. With mosques, markets, art galleries and monuments, Turkey’s largest city has more “top-notch ...

Starting in September, all eyes will be on the largest city in Turkey, Istanbul. Located between the Sea of Marmara and the Black Sea, the city will host ArtInternational Istanbul and Saltwater, the ...

Istanbul is one of the world’s largest cities — the official population is more than 14 million people, and many estimate it is a great deal larger — and its abundance of frugal diners drives an ...