From The Bosphorus

Make your Bosphorus cruise come alive with this handy companion: From the Bosphorus: A Self-Guided Tour! This second, updated edition of From the Bosphorus will be your best friend as you make your way up and down the strait that has been called "the soul of Istanbul." Providing you with information about the palaces, fortresses, houses, and mosques that line the shores, together with anecdotes about various buildings, personalities, and neighborhoods, this practial and affordable guide is a must for tourists and local residents alike.