The Istanbul Encounter guide gives you twice the city in half the time. From rich kilims, dazzling jewellery and marketplace banter in the Grand Bazaar to dining like a sultan on meze selections or fabulously fresh fish, this Encounter will get you there! This pared-down number is ideal for quick trips - it`s less accommodation, more neighbourhood highlights and the best of local knowledge. Full-colour pull-out map and detailed neighbourhood maps for easy navigation. Our Turkophile author recommends the very best sights, restaurants, shops, architectural treasures and ferry trips. Unique itineraries and highlights help you make the most of a short break. Local experts reveal İstanbul’s secrets: from crime author Barbara Nadel’s favourite neighbourhood to a Grand Bazaar jeweller’s shopping recommendations.