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A practical, concise guide to Constantinople for the casual traveler.
This edition focuses on the essential sights, practical tips, and useful context to help you plan a pleasant and efficient visit. Drawing on the author’s years of experience as a dragoman, it emphasizes what a first-time reader is most likely to need, without overwhelming with details.
The book covers how the city sits at the junction of Europe and Asia, with clear notes on districts like Stamboul, Galata-Pera, and Skutari, and on the seven hills that shape its streets and views. It also describes the climate, the best times to visit, and practical considerations for a short stay. You’ll find maps and plans that aid orientation and a clear sense of what to expect when you arrive.
- Overview of Constantinople’s layout, landmarks, and key districts on both continents
- Practical travel guidance, including timing and climate considerations
- Helpful maps, plans, and a focus on what’s most useful for a limited visit
- Context that frames the city’s appearance, atmosphere, and daily life for visitors
Ideal for readers seeking a compact, reliable overview to guide a first visit or a brief exploration.
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This guide to Constantinople sets out to help the traveller who has no prior knowledge of the city, drawing attention to its key sites and history. The cityâs unique position on two continents - Europe and Asia - is highlighted, which has caused it to be a sought-after prize throughout history. An outline of its history from its foundation as Byzantium to the present day is provided. The book draws attention to the considerable impact of the cityâs long history on its famous architecture, captured in particular by the iconic Hagia Sophia, now a mosque, built in 537 AD, as well as in the Topkapi Palace, a former residence of the Ottoman Sultans, standing on the site of an earlier Byzantine palace and featuring impressive examples of Islamic architecture. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781332592944_0
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