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Napoleon once said, "If the world had only one capital, it would surely be Istanbul." Visa 🛂 Apply for an e-Visa on the official website: $61.5 Currency Exchange 💰 ATMs at SAW Airport and the city center allow cash withdrawals with a bank card. Exchange offices in the city accept Euros and USD (better rates). SIM Card ☎️ Buy one online in advance—local SIMs are expensive! Accommodation 🏠 Stay near Taksim Square (European side, New District)—close to attractions and well-connected to the Old City and Asian side. Transportation 🚗 Airport Shuttle: From SAW Airport, take the shuttle to Taksim (direct, 210 TRY). Bus: No cash—pay with Visa card (20–30 TRY per ride). Metro: Requires an Istanbulkart (transport card). Taxi: Not recommended—expensive and prone to scams. Intercity Buses: Buy tickets on obilet.com (check departure station—Europe or Asia side). Attractions �🎫 1️⃣ Bosphorus Cruise 🚢 Depart from Eminönü Pier—buy tickets at the BOĞAZ TURU booth (200 TRY, 90 min). Best for sunset: Take the 18:05 cruise (arrive early for top deck seats!). 2️⃣ Galata Tower 🏰 Entry: 30€ (panoramic city views). Budget alternative: Artisan Bakery (5th-floor terrace—free view!). 3️⃣ Istiklal Street + Taksim Square � Classic red tram (great for photos!). Explore the alleys near Taksim Square. 4️⃣ Galata Bridge 🌉 Perfect for sunset walks—locals fish here, and you’ll see mosques & cruise ships. 5️⃣ Arnavutköy İskelesi Pier 📸 Famous photo spot (use a telephoto lens for best shots!). 6️⃣ Dolmabahçe Palace 🏛️ Entry: 1,050 TRY—stunning seaside palace with the "most beautiful gate". ⚠️ Heads up: Istanbul has steep hills—avoid heavy luggage or heels! #Turkey #Istanbul #TravelGuide ✈️🌍

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Turkey｜Istanbul 🇹🇷

Napoleon once said, "If the world had only one capital, it would surely be Istanbul." Visa 🛂 Apply for an e-Visa on the official website: $61.5 Currency Exchange 💰 ATMs at SAW Airport and the city center allow cash withdrawals with a bank card. Exchange offices in the city accept Euros and USD (better rates). SIM Card ☎️ Buy one online in advance—local SIMs are expensive! Accommodation 🏠 Stay near Taksim Square (European side, New District)—close to attractions and well-connected to the Old City and Asian side. Transportation 🚗 Airport Shuttle: From SAW Airport, take the shuttle to Taksim (direct, 210 TRY). Bus: No cash—pay with Visa card (20–30 TRY per ride). Metro: Requires an Istanbulkart (transport card). Taxi: Not recommended—expensive and prone to scams. Intercity Buses: Buy tickets on obilet.com (check departure station—Europe or Asia side). Attractions �🎫 1️⃣ Bosphorus Cruise 🚢 Depart from Eminönü Pier—buy tickets at the BOĞAZ TURU booth (200 TRY, 90 min). Best for sunset: Take the 18:05 cruise (arrive early for top deck seats!). 2️⃣ Galata Tower 🏰 Entry: 30€ (panoramic city views). Budget alternative: Artisan Bakery (5th-floor terrace—free view!). 3️⃣ Istiklal Street + Taksim Square � Classic red tram (great for photos!). Explore the alleys near Taksim Square. 4️⃣ Galata Bridge 🌉 Perfect for sunset walks—locals fish here, and you’ll see mosques & cruise ships. 5️⃣ Arnavutköy İskelesi Pier 📸 Famous photo spot (use a telephoto lens for best shots!). 6️⃣ Dolmabahçe Palace 🏛️ Entry: 1,050 TRY—stunning seaside palace with the "most beautiful gate". ⚠️ Heads up: Istanbul has steep hills—avoid heavy luggage or heels! #Turkey #Istanbul #TravelGuide ✈️🌍

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