Step back in time to Istanbul, 1750, where palaces, mosques, and bustling markets await. This engaging guide immerses you in the era of the Grand Tour, revealing secrets of the heavily guarded Topkapi Sarayi and the art of bargaining in lively bazaars. Experience Turkish baths, witness the mesmerizing rituals of whirling dervishes, or watch the sultan's grand procession on the Bosphorus. For the adventurous, join crowds at public executions or sample exotic delights in hidden coffee houses and opium dens.