A Bite of Istanbul
Istanbul, a city of stark contrast. Modern city on the one hand, cultural sites that are thousands of years old on the other. Istanbul's history is marked by its transformation from Byzantium to Constantinople and, finally, to the Istanbul we know today, with each era leaving its influence to the modern city’s identity and character. In this epic journey, we are going to explore some of the cultural sites and modern streets of Istanbul. We will also try some of the local food, interact with the locals, and observe their local norms. The Cultural Sites Hagia Sofia Hagia Sofia has a rich history that spans over 1,500 years. It was originally built as a cathedral by the Roman Emperor Constantine the Great in 537 AD. It underwent a significant transformation in 1453 when the Ottoman Empire, under Sultan Mehmed the Conqueror, conquered Constantinople (now Istanbul). The cathedral was converted into a mosque, and minarets were added to its structure. Hagia Sofia In 1935, as part of Turke