Istanbul True Discovery Tour [187389P19]

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• Dolmabahçe Palace was built between the years 1843 and 1856. Hacı Said Ağa was responsible for the construction works, while the project was realised by architects Garabet Balyan, his son Nigoğayos Balyan and Evanis Kalfa. The construction works cost five million Ottoman mecidiye gold coins, the equivalent of 35 tonnes of gold.
• We will accross the Bosphorus by the 64 meters high bridge, which will let you see a breathtaking view of the European and Asian sides. You will find your self in Asia once the short ride is over
• Enjoy the beatiful view from the cable car as you climb the hill to the cafe named after the famous French writer Pierre Loti.
• Constantinople"s great city walls were breached only twice in 1600 years.The first breach occured in 1204 during the fourth Crusade; the second breach was led by "Sultan Mehmetthe Conqueror".