Istanbul

This EYEWITNESS TRAVEL GUIDE helps you get the most from your stay in Istanbul with the minimum of difficulty. The opening section, Introducing Istanbul, locates the city geographically, sets modern Istanbul in its historical context and explains how life in Istanbul changes through the year. Istanbul at a Glance is an overview of the city's specialities. The main sightseeing section of the book is Istanbul Area by Area. It describes all the main sights with maps, photographs and detailed illustrations. In addition Beyond Istanbul helps you to explore the cities, towns and countryside around the capital. Carefully researched tips for hotels, shops and markets, restaurants, bars and entertainment venues are found in Travellers' Needs, and the Survival Guide has advice on everything from posting a letter to getting around by boat.