100 Legends From Byzantion to Istanbul
Istanbul, the capital of Rome, Byzantium and the Ottoman Empire, has embraced various religions and cultures for 1600 years and has become a cosmopolitan city.

The city, which carries the remnants of every period, has received many names since its foundation. Istanbul, which is known by names such as Byzantion, Nova Roma, Constantinople, Konstantiniyye, Makarri Sultanate, Asitane, Darülhilafe, Dersaadet, regains its current name after the proclamation of the Republic.

There are legends about every city, but Istanbul plays a leading role in quite a lot of stories about it. Among the rumors that the walls are said to have been built by angels, Prophet Muhammad. Dec. It is also included that the chalice that Jesus used last before his death is in Istanbul.