One of the city's with the best food and culture (and some of the prettiest sunsets I've ever seen) in the world is Istanbul, Turkey! Here are all my favorite activities and meals I had on my one week stay there that I would recommend to anyone visit...
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A stunning mosque, just be prepared to wait in line!
Hagia Sophia Grand Mosque
Located directly across from the Hagia Sophia, this can be easily paired as a half day activity
The Blue Mosque
Really cool underground attraction with changing lights and statues
Basilica Cistern
You can climb to the top, or just shop around on the streets near the bottom
Galata Tower
The perfect spot for souvenirs like spices and teas
Spice Bazaar - Istanbul Tour Studio
Another great spot for souvenirs
Grand Bazaar
A great photo op
Topkapi Palace Museum
You'll find plenty of fisherman here. I saw one of the prettiest sunsets of my life on this bridge
Galata Bridge | Istanbul, Türkiye | Attractions - Lonely Planet
Best meal of my entire trip – the best meat
Şehzade Cağ Kebap
The best spot for desserts
Hafız Mustafa 1864 - İstanbul
a great place for kebabs
Dürümzade
Authentic spot for Turkish burgers
Kızılkayalar Taksim
Viral spot for cheesecakes
Viyana Kahvesi Galata - Istanbul Restaurants - Tripadvisor