Istanbul Travel Guide
Founded by Constantine the Great on the site of ancient Byzantium, Istanbul was the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire, Byzantine Empire and the Ottoman Empire - this almost unrivalled heritage, makes Istanbul a fantastic destination for many travellers.
About Istanbul
Istanbul covers an area of 594.1 sq. miles (1538.7 sq. Km) and is estimated to have a population of 11.2 million people being world's 4th largest city and Turkey's cultural and financial center. The historic areas of Istanbul were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List.