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Istanbul - The City of Merchants

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Istanbul - General Information

Quick Facts

	Currency:	Turkish lira (TRY).
	Language:	Turkish, Kurdish, Dimli, Azeri, Kabardian.
	Area:	1,830.92 Km².
	Climate:	Temperate climate with hot and humid summers and cold, wet winters.


Summer:	Max - 89.6°F (32°C) \| Min - 75.2°F(24°C)
Winter:	Max - 84.2°F (29°C) \| Min - 68°F(20°C)

Also known as:	Byzantium, Constantinople, Stamboul, Islambol, the city of merchants, city of four elements.
Famous for:	Its cultural diversity, peace, hospitality and markets.
Geographical Location:	North-west Marmara Region of Turkey.
Latitude, Longitude & Altitude:	40°58'N, 28°50'E and 23 meters above sea level.
Best time to visit:	May to September.
Neighbouring Cities:	Izmir, Ankara, Gaziantep, Adana, Izmir.
Means of Local Transport:	Trains, metros, trams and seabuses.

Overview
Istanbul is the 3rd largest city of the world. The city is the cultural and financial center of Turkey. Its economic importance is enhanced due to the presence of a natural harbor called Golden Horn. The uniqueness of the metropolis lies in the fact that it is located at a junction of two continents Asia and Europe. The city is culturally diverse and has several heritage sites.

The economic condition of Istanbul is poor and the currency is very weak. Istanbul is located at the crossroads of Europe and Asia. Istanbul is the only city in the world that is located on two continents. It is a fusion of the East and West, and has a rich and detailed history dating back to 3000 BC. The city has been known as a centre for world trade since the Byzantine era. The city of Istanbul is famous for trinkets, rugs, spices and jewellery. The city was once the capital of Turkey and still holds a reputation of an important city in Turkey. The city has plenty of museums, monuments, mosques and palaces. The city attracts art lovers from all over the world. The city also hosts several trade fairs, trade shows, conventions and exhibitions throughout the year.

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