Istanbul has seen empires rise and fall. Byzantines, Ottomans, merchants and warriors, poets and conquerors. The streets are ...

The best times to visit Istanbul are from March to May and between September and November. That's when crowds at the city's attractions are manageable, room rates are average and daytime ...

The M11 metro line connects the Istanbul Airport and Kagithane. The majority of the metro's stations are not the closest public transportation option for popular attractions, but this system's ...

Thousands of protesters took to the streets of Istanbul on Thursday following the arrest of the city’s Mayor Ekrem İmamoğlu, ...

Istanbul is one of the world's biggest cities, growing larger still every year. Its rapid expansion is putting enormous stress on its water supplies.

CNN explores the magic of Istanbul after the sun sets, where ancient streets come alive with a vibrant symphony of sounds and sights, from bustling rooftop bars to intimate jazz clubs. ‘We’re ...