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TRAVERSING TÜRKIYE

TÜRKIYE IS A LAND of beautiful dualities, and a land dotted with different adventures, ideal for all kinds of travellers. Be it history buffs, couples on honeymoons, shopping enthusiasts, or solo travellers—there’s something for everyone in Turkiye!

ISTANBUL Heart of Civilisation

ANY VISIT TO Türkiye inevitably kickstarts with Istanbul, home to the nation’s largest international airport. An apt stepping stone into the country and its many wonders, this magnificent city was once the imperial capital of many empires for thousands of years. A slice of this history finds its way into Istanbul’s architectural and cultural fabric even today.

The —surrounded by the Sea of Marmara, Boğaziçi (Bosphorus), and Haliç (Golden Horn)—continues to house a large part of these structures. Think , the Ottoman Imperial , the 15-century , , and more. On the other hand, the and help you rediscover all kinds of traditional products. From sweets to spices, these age-old markets tick all the right boxes for an immersive shopping and cultural experience. At , these shopping experiences don a contemporary avatar, courtesy: the fashion boutiques selling international and many prominent local labels.

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