The city, which empires tried to subjugate for centuries, is also the city where the best sides of the European and Asian continents intertwine. Istanbul, one of the world's largest metropolises, grew into the capital under the Byzantine Empire and retained this prestigious title even during the Ottoman Empire. But it is not only history that attracts tourists from all over the world, but a mixture of smells, tastes and experiences, as the city is bursting with attractions.