Explore the Bosphorus during a tour on a tourist boat
Last Updated: 2023-07-27
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Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul
The Bosphorus is one of the most beautiful sea straits in the world and has become a destination for tourists from all over the world, some of whom choose to hold weddings and events on a yacht on the strait. In this article, Marsat Real Estate will take you on a virtual tour on a tourist boat across the Bosphorus to get to know the most famous strait in the world closely.
What are the most important activities that can be done when visiting the Bosphorus in Turkey?
At the beginning of the trip in the waters of the Bosphorus, which divides Istanbul into an Asian and another European section, you will be able to see the most important historical landmarks of Istanbul. This trip will not only be entertaining, but cultural at the same time, as all the ruins and monuments surrounding it will give you an impression of the art and creativity that this country contains.
Maiden's Tower: It is also called the Virgin's Tower. What makes the tourist so eager to visit this place is that it has a story, which is that a king saw in a dream that his daughter would die poisoned by a snake, and this tower was built for her to protect her from the possibility of what he saw, but in the end he could not protect her from her destiny. Also, those who visit it will learn about the distinctive architectural method on which the tower was built.
Topkapi Palace: Visiting palaces and discovering their secrets is a preoccupation for many people, and this can be achieved when visiting the Bosphorus Strait, whose existence belongs to the period of the Ottoman era. It is one of the most important palaces in Turkey at all. Through visiting it, a broad idea of the Ottoman architecture and engineering will be taken. It is characterized as luxurious with a large area; it is the largest in Istanbul. It was a center and a place of residence for many of the Ottoman sultans, and today it is a museum that contains many of the possessions of these sultans.... Because of its importance, it is classified today as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Port of Istanbul: This port has a view of the Bosphorus, it is not possible for a person to visit the strait and not visit the port, as it is a tourist destination today, not only by foreigners but also by local residents. It is very easy to reach as it is located in the center of Istanbul in particular. There are a number of restaurants and cafes which can be tried to taste what they serve. It also contains a number of various shops, which makes it an integrated tourist place.... It is a lively place full of life.
Basilica Cistern: This church stems from the Byzantine era in particular. It is a special place in all its details, as those who visit it must feel some awe, as it is similar to the catacombs that are found in the French city of Paris. There are those who called it the Basilica Cistern. With its distinctive details that indicate the civilization and creativity of a certain period of time, it is still able to attract the tourist eye to this day.
Sulaymaniyah Mosque: It is expected that tourists will choose to visit the Suleymaniyah Mosque when they visit the Bosphorus, as it is one of the most famous mosques in Istanbul in general, especially since it has undergone more than one architectural style such as Islamic and Byzantine architecture implemented by the most famous Turkish architect, Mimar Sinan Pasha, this homogeneous mixture forms the most beautiful paintings that can be seen, and in addition to all that, it will enrich the cultural aspect of the visitor.... It was named by this name in relation to Sultan Suleiman, and he and his wife are buried there.
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