Virginia Maxwell

Istanbul Virginia Maxwell 1st edition

Istanbul is a cultural mosaic, a heady mix of the hip and the classical, the ultramodern and the ancient û discover the great intercontinental city with Lonely Planet. Whether you want to shop for carpets, behold architectural treasures, catch a Bosphorus ferry or smoke a nargileh, this stylish and street-smart guide is your essential companion.
TAP INTO THE PULSE of the metropolis with our Entertainment listings and City Life coverage
HAGGLE LIKE A PRO û we give you the lowdown on the arcades of the Grand Bazaar, BeyogluÆs designer boutiques and the best antique and curio shops
TRAVEL THROUGH TIME with our walking tours highlighting Byzantine and Ottoman glories and the cityÆs atmospheric neighbourhoods
EAT AND SLEEP LIKE A SULTAN û discerning listings cover IstanbulÆs burgeoning culinary scene and best rest-your-head options
GET OUT, GET ABOUT with our Excursions chapter and easy-to-use, full-colour maps