5 Sunset Spots in Istanbul That Will Ruin Every Other Sunset for You

Istanbul does sunsets differently. When the light hits the minarets and the Bosphorus turns gold, you understand why empires fought over this city. Here are the five best places to watch it happen.

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Why This Matters for Your Trip

The Asian side of Istanbul isn't an alternative to the European side — it's the complement. While the historic peninsula gives you the monuments and the museums, the Asian side gives you the life. The breakfasts, the sunsets, the boulevards, the neighbourhoods where Istanbul actually lives.

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