An Overview of Istanbul’s Geographical Position Istanbul sits on a unique triangle of land and water. It’s surrounded by the Golden Horn, the Bosphorus Strait, and the Sea of Marmara. The ...

On the other side of famed Golden Horn waterway, Four Seasons Hotel Istanbul at the Bosphorus takes pride of place on the banks of the bustling Bosphorus, in a more contemporary slice of the city.

This renowned kebab restaurant is located in the historic Sütlüce neighbourhood, once home to Istanbul's abattoirs, overlooking the calm waters of the Golden Horn.

Read our Telegraph Travel expert guide to Istanbul, including the best places to stay, eat, drink as well as the top attractions to visit, and all of the information that you need to know before ...

A passenger reads a book as others board a ferry at the Eminonu terminal on the Golden Horn in Istanbul, Turkey, Sunday, May 25, 2025.

The 10 best things to do in Istanbul From exploring museums to cruising the Bosphorus, here's how to spend your time in the city This feature is available for registered users.

Our correspondent's guide to Bosphorus ferries, flaky pastries and local wines.

In Istanbul, Pierre Yovanovitch Crafts a Minimalist Masterpiece Right on the Bosphorus The AD100 designer was inspired by contemporary art, the water’s rhymes, and the needs of his young client ...

Every day, ferries of all shapes and sizes glide across the waters of Istanbul, their wakes intertwining to form intricate lattices of churning foam. The passenger boats are more than just a means ...