
Istanbul
- General Information
| 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. |