Who is the most important? Istanbul, European or Asian?

Istanbul is one of the most important cities in the world, not only in terms of its population, but also for many other characteristics that characterize this distinctive city in terms of its important strategic location, its history spanning many centuries and the great events that distinguished it from other global cities where it was and still is The focus of the attention of many has made it a very important center of civilizations, as it is located on a large area that is divided into two sides, a side located on the European side and a side located on the Asian side, separated by the charming Bosphorus Strait, which has historical and cultural landmarks that attract millions of tourists annually.   And in recent times, many people flock to it with the aim of staying for study, work, housing or tourism to see its striking landmarks, which has increased its importance, which has made many people wondering which of the two sections in Istanbul is better, is it the European or Asian section

The Asian side in Istanbul enjoys the calm and wonderful nature that extends over large areas of it, and the Asian side is not devoid of distinctive tourist places and important areas. There is Kadikoy, which is the first and main destination for tourists, and it is one of the most beautiful areas in Asian Istanbul where international markets, bazaars and restaurants are available and it contains important historical museums.    Baghdad Street is also one of the best shopping places in Asian Istanbul along the coast of the Marmara Sea, where there are many shops and high-end palaces that are spread in the region.

The Maiden’s Tower is the other of the most prominent tourist places in Istanbul, as it is a destination for tourists in the city due to its unique building, magnificent view and its distinguished location in the heart of the Bosphorus

But despite this, the European side maintains its own charm in terms of population concentration, mega investment projects, and an increase in the number of tourist and entertainment places that attract many tourists to it annually, in addition to places of trade and industry that provide greater investment opportunities, comprehensive and diversified beautiful tourist places such as the coast of Bebek, which is distinguished With its stunning views of the Bosphorus And the coast of Karakoy near the ferry port and there are distinctive historical mosques, such as Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Bayezid Mosque and the famous Fatih Mosque in the city, and there are various amusement parks that imitate their modern designs and ideas of international amusement parks.