Walk the World: Istanbul
With more than 2,500 years of history, Istanbul is one of the world’s most beguiling cities.
Series 1, episode 5
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It has been the capital of three empires and been known by a host of names, from Constantinople to Byzantium. No wonder that getting to grips with Istanbul can be quite a task. In this episode, we explore one of its most historic neighbourhoods, and discover some surprises.