- General Information
- İstanbul is located in Marmara Region, straddling Bosphorus strait
- City offers unique blend of Eastern and Western influences
- Best time to visit is summer months (June-August)
- Notable Beaches
- Kireçburnu Beach features calm atmosphere and views of Marmara Sea
- Caddebostan Beach has sandy shoreline and three different sections
- Florya Güneş Plajı offers amenities despite cleanliness concerns
- Blue Beach Büyükada celebrated for views without sand or rocks
- Nizam Plajı provides clean water and private sandy area
- Additional Beaches
- Altınkum Beach exclusively caters to women
- Sedef Adası known for clean air and quiet atmosphere
- Haylayf Beach located in Küçükçekmece district
- Viranbağ Beach on Büyükada offers tranquil atmosphere
- Atarli Beach particularly beautiful at night