Istanbul, a city that has managed to be the favourite of everyone throughout the ages, has a unique history. How about exploring the history of this city, the stories told on its streets and all the other beauties of Istanbul with this travel guide? Istanbul Tells invites you to read hidden stories about Istanbul that you have never heard before. “A work that makes you say both ‘Thank you’ and ‘I wish’. I wish there were books that told us about Istanbul like this when we were growing up. I wish we had all grown up with such books about Istanbul.” -Sedat Bornovalı, Art Historian and Tour Guide “History is not only knowledge written in books, but also a cultural heritage that lives on in stones, walls, squares and old streets. This book is more than a guidebook for anyone interested in history and culture, it offers a journey of discovery.” -Selçuk Eracun, Chairman of the Istanbul Chamber of Tour Guides “The history of Istanbul is the story of the world, and Rana Demiriz is your perfect guide. From secrets to wonders, from the sights and sounds of the labyrinthine Grand Bazaar to the majesty of the Blue Mosque, and ancient Hagia Sofia, Rana brings it all brilliantly to life.” -Thomas Taylor, Bestseller Author of Malamander