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This is the last stop for the Bosphorus ferry. Climb the hill to the Genoese Castle, a ruined 14th-century Byzantine fortress.
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This large water park on the outskirts of the city has plenty of slides and rides. It’s ideal for a day cooling off, away from city streets and sightseeing hotspots.
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Once noted for its strawberries, the village of Arnavutköy is now better known for the charming yalıs (wooden mansions) that line its water-front.
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As the story goes, this celebratory pudding was first made by Mrs Noah, from whatever scraps remained on the Ark at the end of the Flood.
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This 15th-century copy of the original Fatih Mosque is named after its builder, Grand Vizier to Beyazıt II.
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Here you will find Turkey’s largest collection of antique cars.
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This 17th-century Ottoman palace has an exhibition of Turkish musical instruments.
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Architect Sinan’s 16th-century creation has an elegant marble mihrab.
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A window-shopper’s dream, Bağdat Caddesi boasts a host of top fashion stores, including Louis Vuitton, French Connection and Tommy Hilfiger – as well as Turkish chains such as Koton.
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Balat was once home to the city’s Sephardic Jewish and Armenian communities. Don’t miss the 15th-century Ahrida Synagogue.
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