Tag: triptoturkey

  • Istanbul: Where Continents, Empires, and Cultures Meet

    The history of Istanbul dates back approximately 2,700 years, to the 7th century BCE, when it was founded as a Greek colony named Byzantion. In 330 CE, Roman Emperor Constantine the Great declared it the “New Rome,” and it became known as Constantinople. It later served as the capital of the Eastern Roman (Byzantine) Empire,…

  • The Story of the First Flight: Galata Tower

    Located in one of Istanbul’s most strategic points, the exact date of the Galata Tower’s first construction remains a subject of debate. What is certain, however, is that the tower has played a significant role in shaping the city’s skyline for centuries and has become an iconic element of Istanbul’s urban silhouette. Over time, shifting…