Estambul (en. Istanbul)

/es.tam.'bul/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

The most populous city in Turkey and one of the main economic and cultural centers of the country.

Istanbul is famous for its mix of cultures and its rich history.

Estambul es famosa por su mezcla de culturas y su rica historia.

Formerly known as Byzantium and Constantinople.

The history of Istanbul dates back more than two thousand years.

La historia de Estambul se remonta a más de dos mil años.

An important connection point between Europe and Asia.

Trade routes have passed through Istanbul for centuries.

Las rutas comerciales pasan a través de Estambul desde hace siglos.

The name comes from the Greek 'Εἰς τὴν Πόλιν' (Eis tēn Polin) which means 'to the city'.

Istanbul: city of two continents

Referring to Istanbul's geographical location between Europe and Asia.

Estambul: ciudad de dos continentes

Arrive in Istanbul

Arriving in Istanbul, usually on an important trip.

Arribar a Estambul

The Bosphorus divides Istanbul

Referring to the strait that separates the European part from the Asian part of the city.

El Bósforo divide Estambul

Bosphorus

Strait that connects the Sea of Marmara with the Black Sea.

Bósforo

Mediterranean

Sea that washes the southern coasts of Istanbul.

Mediterráneo

Turkish culture

Set of traditions, customs, and habits of Turkey present in Istanbul.

Cultura turca

Referring to a vibrant and multicultural environment.

Istanbul is like a constant party.

Estambul es como una fiesta constante.

Used to describe something chaotic or crowded.

The spice market in Istanbul is a true Istanbul.

El mercado de las especias en Estambul es un verdadero estambul.