Self-Guided Podcast Tour Istanbul: Exploring Two Empires

Step into the epicenter of world history. On this sweeping, grandiose journey through Sultanahmet Square, you will stand exactly where the Byzantine and Ottoman empires collided, negotiated, and merged. This is not just a walk past old buildings; it is a deep dive into the architectural and symbolic dialogue of two superpowers. You will uncover how the Ottomans repurposed Roman civic spaces, why ancient Egyptian obelisks survived Islamic conquests, and how the skyline itself became a battlefield of imperial ambition. Prepare to see the scars of Crusaders, the triumphs of Sultans, and the ghosts of a hundred thousand cheering Romans. - A 1.3 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 91 min - Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Power, Protest & Civic Spaces - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app