Istanbul: A Traveller's Guide (Garnet Guides) [Idioma Inglés] - Tapa blanda

" 'Istanbul: A Traveller's Guide' is a neat little paperback, just about the right size to fit in a small backpack or a large pocket. It has a substantial glued binding and sturdy royal blue covers. The authors, both of whom have traveled extensively in the Middle East, present their material in the guise of a series of twelve walking tours. While they've included a brief overview of the city's history in the front of the book, they've incorporated most of their historical background into the walking tours, as well. Useful information includes a list of hotels and restaurants with phone numbers and URLs; another list of major attractions with open hours (although I would probably check those since they are always subject to change); a brief but decent glossary and an index. I could easily imagine buying this as a gift for someone planning or even dreaming about a trip to Istanbul!"

The incredible transformations that Istanbul has been subjected to in its history are reflected in its changes of name: Istanbul, Constantinople, Byzantium. The former capital of three successive empires (Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman), today Istanbul is still one of the great cities of the world. Embracing two continents, one arm reaching out to Asia and the other to Europe, through Istanbul run the waters of the Black Sea, the Sea of Marmara and the Golden Horn. The museums, churches, palaces, great mosques, bazaars and sights of natural beauty seem endless. The famous sky line reflects its past: the six minarets of the Blue Mosque and the impressive Suleymaniye Mosque strain to rival the great dome of St Sophia. This guidebook will help infuse the traveller to Istanbul with a clear sense of the different cultures and influences which contribute to the make-up of this fascinating city. This guide includes detailed maps of walks around the city; comprehensive tours of monuments, tombs and ancient religious sites; frank, practical advice on where to stay and what to take; a complete account of the city's complex yet absorbing history.. NOTA: El libro no está en español, sino en inglés.