“The mythological capital of three great empires (Roman-Byzantine-Ottoman),
meeting point of two continents, two civilizations; the heart of modern
Turkey; a mosaic of a wide variety of sometimes conflicting, sometimes
interacting religions, faiths, cultures and peoples; crossroads of East
and West, of the past and the future, Istanbul is not merely a geographical
location. It is the cradle of diverse cultures, a universal museum of
glorious artifacts of different societies, displaying colorful traditions;
an urban phenomenon resulting from present social strives and predicting
future urban, human and cultural issues. It is both a scene and a witness
of historical change. Its geographical situation, natural structure
and beauty render this city one of the world’s few important centers.
“
(Excerpt from “The Encyclopedia of Istanbul Yesterday and Today”,
a publication of Turkish Ministry of Culture and History Foundation)
" The Congress Metropolis"
With the rapid development of world travel Turkey has
contributed to, and benefited from, the growth and expansion in recent
years of congress tourism as tourists and business people alike seek
more exotic environments and cultures to explore. With over 50 airlines
flying to Turkey and most major European cities just a two or three
hour flight away, Turkey is becoming the venue of choice for conventions
and exhibitions. Its unique geographical position has also ensured a
rich and diverse history. Home to the traces of a myriad of civilizations
over thousands years, Turkey offers a unique blend of cultures past
and present and is on its way to becoming the congress capital of the
21st Century. Istanbul, Turkey's largest city, bridges the continents
and cultures of Europe and Asia.
Climate Information
Istanbul is situated at the crossroads of diverse air currents. .In
this month when spring is felt in real terms and trees blossom
In April;
Average temperature : 11.2 (min. 0.6, max 24.3 oC)
Average moisture : 70 %
Average number of rainy days: 11.3 (0.1 snowy)
