Istanbul

Turkey | 44 Photos

Istanbul across 44 frames, from Büyük Çamlıca's 288-meter panorama to a fisherman catching first light beside the Ortaköy Mosque. Balat's cobblestone streets, the Blue Mosque at dawn, and the Maiden's Tower at 6am. Photographed 2011 to 2025.

Photo Guide

The Best Photo Spots in Istanbul

Looking for the best photo spots in Istanbul, or where to go to take pictures worth sharing? These are the most viewed photographs in this gallery, each linked to the full photo page with its exact location, camera settings, and the story behind the shot.

  1. The Istanblue

    № 1 · Most Viewed

    The Istanblue

    Photo of Istanbul from Büyük Çamlıca Tepesi, capturing the Bosphorus and skyline in serene blue tones with Canon EOS 7D.

    2,701 viewsView photo

  2. 02

    Colors Of Hagia Sophia

    Discover a captivating photo capturing Hagia Sophia devoid of visitors.

    2,574 viewsView photo

  3. 03

    Colorful Balat

    Photo of Balat's colorful streets in Istanbul, capturing historic charm with vibrant architecture and cultural diversity.

    2,480 viewsView photo

  4. 04

    The Sultanahmet (Blue) Mosque

    Striking photo of Istanbul's Blue Mosque, captured in 2011. Ottoman architecture, Iznik tiles, six minarets, UNESCO site.

    2,158 viewsView photo

  5. 05

    A fisherman and The Ortakoy Mosque

    Fisherman at Bosphorus during dawn with Ortaköy Mosque. Captured on Jan 14, 2011, with Canon EOS 60D. Neo-Baroque architecture shines.

    2,061 viewsView photo

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    The Maiden's Tower @ 6:00am

    Serene dawn at the Maiden's Tower, Istanbul with soft blue hues, golden lights, and historic silhouettes. Captured at 6:00 am, reflecting tranquility.

    1,949 viewsView photo