The Monocle travel guide series : Istanbul

We've sought out must sees with an eye beyond the obvious, whetever it's visiting the next up and coming neighbourhood brimming with bars, discerning clothiers and coffee houses or dropping in to an old school kuafor for a haircut. This guide will point you in the right direction for the finest places to eat, drink and shop, and navigate you through the city's architectural gems, from Ottoman follies converted into art centres to backstreet Byzantine beauties. So join us for a cross continental jaunt with bites of simit sized lore thrown in for good measure. Now don't miss that ferry.