Berlitz Pocket Guide Istanbul & the Aegean Coast

by Wilson, Neil

• ISBN13: 9789812462374
• ISBN10: 9812462376
• Edition: 2nd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-05-10
• Publisher: Ingram Pub Services

Summary

Packed with stunning photographs, easy-to-use maps, and all the information you really need to get the most from your visit! In this compact guide, our writers help you plan itineraries for short and longer stays. Complete with must-see sights on and off the beaten track as well as current hotel and restaurant recommendations. And the convenient size of the guide allows you to take it along in your pocket or handbag. Take the world in your pocket next time and travel with this handy Berlitz guide.

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. 7
A Brief History	p. 12
Where to Go	p. 25
Getting Around	p. 25
The Old City	p. 26
Eminonu	p. 26
Sultanahmet	p. 28
Haghia Sophia	p. 28
Topkapi	p. 32
Blue Mosque	p. 40
Basilica Cistern	p. 41
Cemberlitas	p. 42
Grand Bazaar	p. 43
Beyazit	p. 44
Suleymaniye	p. 45
Towards the City Walls	p. 46
Kariye Camii	p. 49
Eyup and the Golden Horn	p. 52
The New City	p. 54
Galata and Pera	p. 55
Taksim and Beyond	p. 58
Dolmabahce Palace	p. 59
Across to Asia	p. 61
Local Excursions	p. 63
Along the Bosphorus	p. 63
Princes' Islands	p. 66
Belgrade Forest	p. 67
The Black Sea	p. 67
Overnight Excursions	p. 68
Gallipoli	p. 68
Troy	p. 70
Aegean Coast	p. 71
Izmir and the Northern Aegean	p. 71
Kusadasi and Environs	p. 78
Ephesus	p. 79
Pamukkale	p. 82
Bodrum	p. 84
What to Do	p. 87
Shopping	p. 87
Entertainment	p. 91
Sports	p. 94
Eating Out	p. 99
Handy Travel Tips	p. 106
Hotels and Restaurants	p. 130
Recommended Hotels	p. 130
Recommended Restaurants	p. 138
Index	p. 143
Fact Sheets
The Crescent Moon	p. 14
Sinan	p. 19
Historical Landmarks	p. 23
The Spice of Life	p. 27
Topkapi	p. 32
Forbidden Fruits	p. 35
Pierre Loti	p. 53
The End of a Dynasty	p. 60
The Trojan Horse	p. 70
Mary's House	p. 80
Belly Dancing	p. 92
Festivals	p. 98
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