Istanbul
Istanbul, straddling Europe and Asia, is one of the world’s major metropolises, desired for centuries by empires from around the globe.
Constantia, the ancient capital of the Byzantine Empire, was founded in 1000 BC and grew into a great capital, and after the Ottoman conquest of Constantinople, it maintained its illustrious status as the empire’s center.
Once known as Constantinople, it has now been changed to Istanbul, and the city’s tourist attractions are sure to impress even the most hardened history buffs.