Istanbul a bi-continental city is a unique city in the world due to its location. This city has amazing magic and charm and therefore you can spot many Instagrammable places in Istanbul. As this city is located at the confluence of two continents, it has an amazing amalgamation of two cultures. These two cultures and historic past has formed a unique character of this city and can be prominently seen in lifestyle, architecture, food, dress, markets of this city. This country is a popular holiday destination, and there are some of the best resorts in Turkey for families. So let’s take a virtual tour of Istanbul and enjoy the charm & magic of Istanbul in pictures – Istanbul Photography tour.
PICTURES OF ARCHITECTURE IN ISTANBUL
Istanbul has a great architecture that is inspired by Greek, Roman, and Ottoman empires since ancient ages. Check some wonderful and famous architectural wonders of Istanbul, Turkey through a virtual photo tour.
HAGIA SOPHIA (EXTERIORS & INTERIORS)
BLUE MOSQUE
INSIDE TOPAKAPI PALACE
MODERN ARCHITECTURE – BOSPORUS BRIDGE
PICTURES OF HOUSES & LIVING IN ISTANBUL
Check some wonderful colorful houses, buildings and living in Istanbul. Istanbul has many colorful houses, with beautiful and colorful exteriors.
PICTURES OF MARKETS & STREETS IN ISTANBUL
Markets or Bazaars of Istanbul are world-famous. Also, the streets of this city are very vibrant, cheerful, and lively throughout day and night.
PEOPLE & DAILY LIFE PHOTOGRAPHY IN ISTANBUL
Istanbul has a vibrant and cheerful life and so are the people. Let’s capture some candid moments while strolling across this city. Some food sellers and shop keepers want to get themselves captured in the frame.
MURAL ART / STREET ART PHOTOGRAPHY IN ISTANBUL
Istanbul is heaven for art lovers and you can find plenty of street art, mural art, colorful stairs, buildings, facades, balconies, windows all across. Let’s explore some artistic or colorful corners of this historical city.
SILHOUETTE PHOTOGRAPHY IN ISTANBUL | ILLUMINATED ISTANBUL | EVENING IN ISTANBUL PHOTOGRAPHY
Istanbul is also known as Silhouette city due to special lighting on buildings with backdrop of sun setting. The evenings of Istanbul are truly magical with wonderful silhouette skyline.
TURKISH FOOD PHOTOGRAPHY
Turkish food is very unique and has confluence of Mediterranean and Asian cuisine.
PHOTOS OF ANIMALS & CUTIE CREATURES IN ISTANBUL
If you are visiting Istanbul then read full guide on
- ISTANBUL CITY TOUR ITINERARY AND FULL GUIDE ON ISTANBUL.
- ISTANBUL WELCOME CARD ANALYSIS.
- ISTANBUL VEGETARIAN FOOD TOUR.
- COMPLETE ISTANBUL SHOPPING GUIDE.
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Do you loved taking virtual tour of Istanbul? Do let me know which part of Istanbul interest you more below in the comments. I loved the city as whole. It has many places worth visiting and some of them are very quirky and offbeat too.
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These photos are beautiful!! I can’t wait to visit this country one day!
Your photos of Istanbul are so colorful and vibrant. Such a culturally rich and diverse city and I really hope to be able to visit it someday.
Your photos of Istanbul are amazing! I was there about a year ago and I absolutely wish I had taken waayyy more photos! The pictures of the tea made me want some very badly – I will have to make some Mint Tea yet this evening! I loved so much about Istanbul, the religious sites were unbelievable!
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Istanbul stole my heart when I was there. Thank you for Bringing it back to life for me in your photos.
Beautiful photos. Istanbul is so photogenic and one of my favourite cities. Been a while since I visited, I used to love making friends with all the cats!
A wonderful journey through Istanbul by photos. They really bring it alive. I have never been to Istanbul but have recently been watching the developments of Agia Sofia back into a mosque.
I love this photography tour! I think the night shot is the best of the city. It adds to the ambiance somehow. I am a sucker for a good archway so that is another favourite of mine.
Ah, you’re pictures are making me all sentimental. It’s been a couple of years that I haven’t been to Istanbul – and now…who knows when unlimited travel to Turkey will be possible again. Whereby, German journalists also tend to be a bit hesitant to travel to Turkey for political reasons. Neverthelesse, just beautiful images – thank you for sharing!
Thanks for loving it and I understand those reasons.
Istanbul is such an exciting and dramatic city to photograph. We love visiting there, and usually use it as an excuse for a layover, as we spend a lot of time in Turkey. The Galata Tower is a good place for a visit, because the vantage point from the top of the tower gives you a panoramic view of the city’s layout, and can help you plan your walking tour.
Yes this city is lovely and dramatic.
I have never been to Istanbul so, I had no idea what to expect when I started reading your post. These are amazing. The interior of the blue mosque. I just love how detailed it is. It is also nice to see the modern architecture in the area. Just the perfect balance that we need.
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What an interesting place! I still can’t get over the gorgeous and intricate art on the walls. It is also super interesting how the huge old monuments contrast with that modern bridge. What an interesting place to visit.
I love the images! So beautiful and they make me feel like I was there! It has always fascinated me that the country is on 2 different continents. I love the look of the Blue Mosque and the colorful homes. The food looks delicious as well! I can’t wait until we are able to travel again and I am able to make it there.
You would love this bi-continental city
This virtual tour was very bright and cheery. Istanbul has been on my cards for long. Last year, I had my 2 hours halt at the airport but I could not step out to see the city. The airport had crazy handicrafts, sweets and other colourful souvenirs The architecture is fascinating and I am sure once everything is fine, I will be going to Istanbul some day… Would love to have some fresh fruits from there and that pomegranate juice.
Wow what a visual treat this was. Absolutely fantastic through high quality images.It was like being there for me. I loved every bit about Istanbul.Your story is beautifully done covering all the aspects when we look forward to when visiting a new city. I really love the colors all around including the houses, the streets and the restaurants.The bridge connecting the two continents is so historic and the view is so nice.
You would love this city as it is very picturesque.
I love that even though I cannot travel at the moment I was able to take this virtual tour of Istanbul. Such beautiful and colorful streets. I love how you have shown different aspects like the markets, or the houses, the shops with the rugs, the food – oh I wish I could taste the food. So much personality is showing though in your pictures and it made me feel as if I was there.
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wow! with those photos you shared you toured me without spending a centavo. The murals and architectural designs are what I love most. The Hagia Sofia is truly a beauty and I want to spend more time here.
Thanks for loving this virtual tour of Istanbul.
All beautiful pictures and they transported me right back! I love the architecture too, especially Blue Mosque and Hagia Sophia. Your aerial view from Galata Tower is gorgeous! Even the colorful streets of Istanbul and the people, the street art, all these pictures remind me of how lively it is and what an amazing experience to just walk around Istanbul, especially on the Istiklal Street!
These photos are certainly gorgeous and make me feel like I’m walking through history. I don’t know about you, but photos like these make me absolutely astonished because I often wonder at who else in history marveled at the same angle that I am examining right now. Beautiful collection!
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Hagia Sofia is an incredible place! I could stare at the ceiling all day. Such beauty! The grand bazaar would be very interesting to explore and see the culture! So much to take in!
Istanbul has been on my list for a long time, What an interesting city! Hagia Sophia looks so stunning. I have always wanted to walk down an umbrella street, they are so great for a photo op! I love the food photography, Im craving some turkish tea now!
You have listed the places to go in the exact order of how I would want it. For quite some time, I have been keen on seeing the Hagia Sofia and I know that I would be spending a lot of time there. Did not realize that Istanbul has so much of street art. Now that would be something to watch out for. I have always loved the Turkish markets.
You would love this place as it is hot pot of many cultures
Some brilliant photography here. Istanbul is high on my list. This city is absolutely stunning & paradise for photographers. I love HAGIA SOPHIA & it’s architecture
Thanks for this great post, it reminds me of my great trip to Istanbul a few years ago. What a fabulous city! Hagia Sofia was perhaps my favorite spot and you captured its interiors beautifully. Great street photos too!
Yes this city is has own charm.
Magnificent! I love those ceilings on the Hagia Sofia and the Blue Mosque. So colorful! Your eyes must have been really dazzled. Those lamps in the market are also beautiful! That and a rug are definitely souvenirs to pick up. Did you try the Turkish hammams? What’s the experience like?
I was not having time for hammams and so missed it. Only 4 days in Istanbul is really very less as it has so much to see
All I have now is to travel via pictures and you just helped me do that in an amazing way. Istanbul looks colorful and so lovely through your pictures. I love all of them – whether it’s the mural art, the picture of the cat, streets of Istanbul, Bosphorus connecting two continents, you strolling in Grand Bazaar, must not forget to mention the grand interior of Hagia Sophia.
Istanbul really is a gem of a city! Everyone who has been raves about the great mix of culture and food. The Blue Mosque is on our list of places that we want to see up close as soon as we can safely travel. Now we are craving a cup of strong Turkish Tea and Donar Kabab. Thank you for sharing some beautiful pictures.
You would really love this city as it has lots of cultural vibes.
I also enjoyed hearing about the mingling of two cultures! I am not sure how Turkish tea taste but I would love to try it! The vibrant colors always leave me feeling inspired!
Thanks for this awesome photo guide. I love Turkey, you immersed me in memories.
On the travel wish list! Would love to visit Istanbul. Your post was a lovely picture walk through. The architecture looks stunning inside and out. I love all the colour in the buildings. Some beautiful views that show me why Istanbul needs to stay on my travel wish list.