Like every big city, Istanbul has its scammers – although they may be fewer than in some other parts of the world. And the Turks are generally an honest people so if a Turk realises you’re being scammed he’ll often try to warn you. Nonetheless, it’s sensible to be prepared and to take precautions. Here we’ll introduce you to some of the common scams and how to avoid them.
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Gluten is a substance that combines two proteins called gluten and gliadin with water. Since it is flexible and thick, it takes its place in many dishes from pastries to soups. For those with celiac disease, especially those who are sensitive to gluten, eating out is a risky issue. If you have a body that is more affected by gluten than anyone else or you just don’t want to exhaust your intestines, you can get a better quality life by applying gluten free foods.
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Istanbul is a cosmopolitan city built on multiculturalism and, as well as Turkish food, there are some fantastic Italian restaurants here too. This is our Top 8 Italian Restaurants in İstanbul:
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You can eat numerous desserts in Istanbul but baklava has a special place in the heart of this city. Baklava is one of Turkey’s special desserts. Made from very thin layers of phyllo and flavoured with walnuts and pistachios among others. It takes various names according to how it’s made: carrot slice baklava, milky Nuriye, home baklava…. When ”baklava” is mentioned in Istanbul, several addresses come to mind. Here are those addresses.
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If you want to make your time in Istanbul productive you can add a workshop experience to your itinerary. Istanbul has a large number of workshops and a new generation of courses in different categories. Different courses are concentrated in different districts of Istanbul and the very popular cookery courses, ideal for foreign tourists, will make your holiday more enjoyable and satisfying.
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One of the best ways to get to know a city is to use public transport. It gives a feeling that of living there and adds an air of authenticity. Istanbul is a busy city and traffic can be crowded so planning your journey is important. As in every cosmopolitan city, there are peak times for traffic and these are best avoided if possible. If you’re taking your own car there are parking places all over the city including the Ispark service offered by the municipality. Still, we recommend you get a map.
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Especially on hot summer days, everyone wants to eat delicious ice cream while continuing their trip to Istanbul. When you come to Istanbul it’s wise to choose the ice cream shops most popular with the locals. There are many places in Istanbul which are famous for their excellent ice cream, especially in the seaside neighbourhoods. Most of these boutique venues serving ice cream specialties produce the ice creams themselves. If you want to eat ice cream while having a pleasant walk in the city, check out this informative article about The 5 Best Ice Cream Shops in Istanbul.
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At the time of the Ottoman Empire, anybody who wanted to be a barber had to pass a series of very tough practical exams. A man that decided to become a barber would first be tested by his neighbours to measure his composure under pressure and when making mistakes. Those quick to anger were not allowed to be a barber.
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Hooray! The new year is coming! You should celebrate in the best way to bring you more happiness and surprise. Istanbul new year's eve means a big party and the city invites you to be here.
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