ABOUT ISTANBUL

Istanbul, Dersaadet, Constantinople, Byzantion… Many
names of this city is the reflection of its many aspects.
It is a bridge connecting not only East and West, but
also the past and the future. 2010 European Capital of
Culture offers an unforgettable experience with a colorful
daily life, dynamic nightlife, historical sites of various
ancient civilizations and delightful tastes of its rich cuisine. Adding the world class accomodation and convention facilities, the uniqueness of the city makes it an excellent destination for international meetings.
Istanbul is one of the most crowded cities in the world with
its population of approximately 15 million. Without damaging
the natural and historical beauties, the city has been rapidly
urbanized in last decades. In fact, it is the 3rd largest
metropolitan area in Europe after London and Moscow.
Beside of its rapid modernization process, historical
aspects of the city is vividly reflects the strong
relationship with the past.
The Süleymaniye Mosque is an mosque located on the
Third Hill of Istanbul in Ottoman Imperial era. It is the
second largest mosque in the city. It was built on a heart of
the old city and it has one of the best-known sights of
Istanbul. The Süleymaniye, similar in magnificence to the
preceding structures, asserts Suleyman's historical
importance.
The Maiden's Tower sits on a small islet located at the
southern entrance of Bosphorus. It has been operating
as a very delighted daytime and evening spot. Its magnificient silhouette have became indispansable part of Istanbul not only for tourists but also residents.
Galata Tower, being one of the oldest and the most important towers  in the world was made by Geneose under the name lighthouse on just to the north of the Golden Horn. One of the city's most striking  landmarks, it is a high, cone-capped cylinder that dominates the skyline and affords a panoramic vista of Old Istanbul and its environs.
The Bosphorus Bridge, is one of the two bridges in Istanbul,
spanning the Bosphorus strait and thus connecting Europe and Asia. It also connect calm and fast-moving lifestyle of city.