PLAN YOUR TRIP - Istanbul - page 29

İstanbul Archaeology Museums The city's largest collection of Byzantine artefacts is on
display at this excellent museum. ( CLICK HERE )
Great Palace Mosaic Museum A remarkably intact and visually arresting remnant of the
Great Palace of Byzantium. ( CLICK HERE )
Palaces
Topkapı Palace Home to the sultans for centuries, this cluster of ornately decorated pavil-
ions houses treasures galore. ( CLICK HERE )
Dolmabahçe Palace This essay in decorative excess was built alongside the Bosphorus in
the 19th century. ( CLICK HERE )
Beylerbeyi Palace Nestled under the Bosphorus Bridge, this 30-room imperial holiday
shack is set in pretty gardens. ( CLICK HERE )
Yıldız Şale Originally an imperial hunting lodge, this oft-extended Ottoman guesthouse
has hosted royalty galore. ( CLICK HERE )
Parks & Gardens
Yıldız Park The city's favourite urban retreat, with flowers and picnic possibilities
galore. ( CLICK HERE )
Hıdiv Kasrı Art nouveau mansion and stunning woodland garden located above the Bos-
phorus suburb of Kanlıca. ( CLICK HERE )
Gülhane Park Escape the museum queues and tourist touts in the extensive grounds of
what was once the sultan's private garden. ( CLICK HERE )
Markets
Grand Bazaar One of the world's oldest - and most atmospheric - shopping complexes.
( CLICK HERE )
Spice Bazaar Has been supplying locals with spices and sugary treats for nearly 400
years. ( CLICK HERE )
Kadıköy Pazarı The city's most enticing produce market is held in the streets surround-
ing the Kadıköy İskelesi (ferry dock).
Çarşamba Pazarı A bustling local street market held every Wednesday in the streets sur-
rounding the Fatih Mosque. ( CLICK HERE )