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Istanbul Historical Peninsula Guide
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- General Information
- The Historical Peninsula was formerly known as Constantinople
- The name "Fatih" comes from Ottoman sultan Mehmed II's title
- The peninsula is surrounded by Theodosian Walls
- Historical Monuments
- Roman-era Valens Aqueduct is located in the middle of the peninsula
- Byzantine churches, cisterns and palace ruins are scattered throughout
- Ottoman mosques built between 15th and 19th centuries are distinctive
- Major Districts
- Sultanahmet features Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace
- Eminonu serves as transportation hub with Spice Bazaar and New Mosque
- Fener and Balat contain churches and synagogues from Ottoman period
- Edirnekapi houses Chora Church, now Kariye Mosque
- Fatih district includes Fatih Mosque and historic churches
- Süleymaniye features Mimar Sinan's largest mosque
- Aksaray serves as rail transportation center
- Beyazıt hosts Istanbul University and Grand Bazaar
- Cemberlitas contains Column of Constantine and famous hammam
- Samatya known for traditional restaurants and taverns