https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/ en © 2026 Audiala Solutions SA The stories behind 15 of Istanbul's best-loved places, one place per episode: the history, the people and the details to look for when you stand there. Written from sourced editorial research by Audiala and narrated with an AI voice. Photos, maps and sources for every place: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/ The stories behind 15 of Istanbul's best-loved places, one place per episode: the history, the people and the details to look for when you stand there. Written from sourced editorial research by Audiala and narrated with an AI voice. Photos, maps and sources for every place: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/ Audiala Audialaguillaume@audiala.com https://audiala.com/podcasts/en/istanbul/cover.jpghttps://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/ false serial yes Hagia Sophia is a historic building in Istanbul, Turkey, built in just 5 years in 537 AD. Its dome was revolutionary, influencing subsequent Ottoman mosques. Entry costs €25 for foreign visitors, and the best season to visit is Spring (April–May) or Autumn (September–October). Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/hagia-sophia/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=hagia-sophia https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/hagia-sophia/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=hagia-sophia audiala-en-1793341 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 09:00:00 +0000 129 1 full false The Galata Tower, or Galata Kulesi in Turkish, is one of Istanbul's most iconic historical landmarks, embodying centuries of rich history and architectural splendor. Situated in the Galata district of Istanbul, this medieval stone tower offers not only breathtaking panoramic views but also a riveting historical narrative that attracts millions of visitors each year (Istanbul.tips). Originally constructed during the Byzantine period under Emperor Justinian in 507-508 AD, the tower was later rebuilt by the Genoese in 1348 as part of their fortification efforts in Constantinople. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/galata-tower-q91274/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=galata-tower-q91274 https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/galata-tower-q91274/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=galata-tower-q91274 audiala-en-1793316 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 10:00:00 +0000 116 2 full false Topkapi Palace in Istanbul, Turkey, was where sultans ruled an empire for 400 years. The fountain near its main gate was used by executioners to wash their blades. Separate tickets are required for the Harem and main palace. Spring (April–May) or Autumn (September–October) are the best seasons to visit, avoiding Tuesdays when it is closed. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/topkapi-palace/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=topkapi-palace https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/topkapi-palace/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=topkapi-palace audiala-en-1793366 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 11:00:00 +0000 135 3 full false Dolmabahçe Palace is a palace in Istanbul, Turkey, commissioned by Sultan Abdülmecid I and completed in 1856. It blends Baroque, Rococo, and Neoclassical architectural styles and served as the primary administrative center of the Ottoman Empire until 1922. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/dolmabahce-palace/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=dolmabahce-palace https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/dolmabahce-palace/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=dolmabahce-palace audiala-en-1793461 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 12:00:00 +0000 129 4 full false The Armenian Patriarchate of Constantinople is a landmark in Istanbul, Turkey, established in 1461 by Sultan Mehmed II. It serves as the spiritual, cultural, and administrative center for Armenians in Turkey and the diaspora. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/armenian-patriarchate-of-constantinople/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=armenian-patriarchate-of-constantinople https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/armenian-patriarchate-of-constantinople/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=armenian-patriarchate-of-constantinople audiala-en-2210185 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 13:00:00 +0000 129 5 full false Ortaköy Mosque, also known as Büyük Mecidiye Camii, is an Ottoman Baroque mosque in Istanbul, Turkey, completed in 1856. Commissioned by Sultan Abdülmecid I and designed by Garabet Balyan and Nigoğayos Balyan, it is located on the European shore of the Bosphorus. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/ortakoy-mosque/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=ortakoy-mosque https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/ortakoy-mosque/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=ortakoy-mosque audiala-en-1794211 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 14:00:00 +0000 134 6 full false Great Palace Of Constantinople is an emblem of Byzantine imperial grandeur in Istanbul, Turkey, established in the early 4th century by Emperor Constantine I. While most original structures are gone, its legacy lives on through exquisite floor mosaics preserved in the Great Palace Mosaic Museum. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/great-palace-of-constantinople/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=great-palace-of-constantinople https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/great-palace-of-constantinople/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=great-palace-of-constantinople audiala-en-2210563 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 15:00:00 +0000 136 7 full false The 15 July Martyrs Bridge, formerly the Bosphorus Bridge, is a suspension bridge in Istanbul, Turkey, completed in 1973. Spanning the Bosphorus Strait, it links Europe and Asia with a main span of 1,074 meters and towers rising 165 meters above sea level. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/15-july-martyrs-bridge/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=15-july-martyrs-bridge https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/15-july-martyrs-bridge/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=15-july-martyrs-bridge audiala-en-2212079 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 16:00:00 +0000 126 8 full false Çınarlı Cami Sokağı is a street in Istanbul, Türkiye, named after the Çınarlı Mosque, built in the 16th century. The mosque stands as a testament to the Ottoman Empire's architectural and cultural zenith. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/uskudar/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=uskudar https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/uskudar/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=uskudar audiala-en-1795041 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 17:00:00 +0000 134 9 full false The Rahmi M. Koç Museum is an industrial, technological, and cultural heritage museum in Istanbul, Turkey, founded by Rahmi M. Koç and opened in 1994. It is housed in the historic Hasköy Shipyard, dating back to the Ottoman Empire, and features extensive exhibits spanning transportation, communication, and engineering. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/rahmi-m-koc-museum/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=rahmi-m-koc-museum https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/rahmi-m-koc-museum/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=rahmi-m-koc-museum audiala-en-1794858 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 18:00:00 +0000 132 10 full false The Church of the Holy Apostles in Istanbul, Turkey, was founded in the early 4th century by Emperor Constantine the Great. It served as the second most important church in Byzantine Constantinople after Hagia Sophia and as the imperial mausoleum for numerous Byzantine emperors. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/church-of-the-holy-apostles/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=church-of-the-holy-apostles https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/church-of-the-holy-apostles/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=church-of-the-holy-apostles audiala-en-2213001 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 19:00:00 +0000 135 11 full false Boğaziçi Yoltur İskelesi on the Bosphorus Strait in Istanbul, Turkey, has been a crucial point of connection between Europe and Asia for centuries. It was heavily fortified in the Byzantine era and remains a pivotal part of Istanbul's infrastructure. Attractions include Dolmabahçe Palace and Rumeli Fortress. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/golden-horn/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=golden-horn https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/golden-horn/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=golden-horn audiala-en-1834153 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:00:00 +0000 124 12 full false Yıldız Palace is an illustrious landmark in Istanbul, Turkey, embodying the grandeur of the late Ottoman Empire. Originally a 16th-century royal hunting ground, it reopened to the public in 2024, offering imperial history, architectural splendor, and lush gardens. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/yildiz-palace/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=yildiz-palace https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/yildiz-palace/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=yildiz-palace audiala-en-2213993 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 21:00:00 +0000 129 13 full false The Palace of Blachernae in Istanbul, Turkey, was the principal residence of Byzantine emperors from the 11th to 15th centuries. The best-preserved section, the Palace of the Porphyrogenitus, is a meticulously restored late 13th-century structure now serving as a museum. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/palace-of-blachernae/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=palace-of-blachernae https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/palace-of-blachernae/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=palace-of-blachernae audiala-en-2214106 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 22:00:00 +0000 129 14 full false The Fatih Istanbul Mosque is a significant landmark in Istanbul, Turkey, commissioned by Sultan Mehmed II after his conquest of Constantinople in 1453. Designed by architect Atik Sinan, it was constructed atop the former Church of the Holy Apostles. Photos, map and sources: https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/fatih-istanbul-mosque/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=fatih-istanbul-mosque https://audiala.com/en/turkey/istanbul/fatih-istanbul-mosque/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=istanbul&utm_content=fatih-istanbul-mosque audiala-en-2215255 Tue, 01 Sep 2026 23:00:00 +0000 155 15 full false