Istanbul is an incredible place. The city boasts a unique location, straddling the continents of Europe and Asia; its famous Bosphorus Bridge acts as the connecting vein between the two contrasting worlds and the city itself is a vibrant, exciting mix of cultures and traditions. Istanbul is also historically known as “Constantinople” or “Byzantium”, once the capital city of the ancient Roman and Byzantine Empires. So for culture vultures and history buffs, this is a dream destination bursting with stories and legends from a faraway past. Head to the Old City area and it will reflect the magical worlds of the many empires that ruled in times gone by; and from the stands of the Roman Hippodrome in Sultanahmet to the soaring dome and intricate design features of the Byzantine Hagia Sophia, there’s so much just waiting to be discovered. Istanbul is a great holiday destination for the curious and it’s a city that has so much to offer every type of traveller.