These Wonderful Photos Will Explain Why Istanbul is Called the Pearl of Bosphorus

The United States isn’t the only well-known melting pot. Istanbul is located right on the border between Asia and Europe, so this city offers the incredible mixture of Islamic and Christian cultures, traditions and architectural styles. You won’t find another city like this anywhere in the world.

 

View from plane window

Sultan Ahmed Mosque or Blue Mosque

The Galata Tower

View from the Galata Tower

A rainbow staircase

Old-fashioned house

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