Wine bar · Harbiye
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"In the evening, get a thorough introduction to the world of Turkish wines at Foxy Nişantaşı, currently the city’s coolest wine bar."
Mosque · Cankurtaran
Byzantine mosaics, Islamic calligraphy, Viking runes, marble columns
9 Postcards
Turkish restaurant · Asmali Mescit
Creative Turkish fusion tasting menu in a historic cistern
3 Postcards
Pastry shop · Sehit Muhtar
Iconic patisserie famed for its chocolate-covered profiteroles
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Bazar · Beyazit
Historic covered market with jewelry, textiles, lamps, spices & gifts
10 Postcards
Coffee roasters · Maslak
Roastery combining tradition & modern tech, great coffee
2 Postcards
Coffee shop · Caferaga
Specialty coffee, single origin, V60 pour over
Hotel · Yildiz
Ottoman palace hotel on Bosphorus with opulent rooms, fine dining, spa
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· Huseyinaga
Lively street with meyhanes serving meze, rakı & live music
Historical landmark · Alemdar
Underground Byzantine cistern with 336 columns, Medusa heads
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Bazar · Rustempasa
Spices, Turkish delight, teas, nuts, sweets, jewelry & souvenirs
6 Postcards