Istanbul is a fascinating city that bridges Europe and Asia. It is littered with impressive architecture and ancient history but is also keen to look towards the future. Although it can seem a little full-on for the first-time visitor, Istanbul is a friendly city with activities to suit all visitors. 1. Sultanahmet mosque (Sultanahmet camii) Built by Sultan Ahmed I between 1609 and 1616, this mosque (pictured above) is arguably the most famous monument in Istanbul. Its six minarets dominate the Sultanahmet region’s skyline. It is also known as the Blue mosque on account of all the iznik tiles used to decorate the inside. It is a working mosque, so…