Istanbul Times – Global & Local Highlights: September 22–28, 2025 Around the World Italy Considers “Dog Tourist Tax” – In Bolzano province, lawmakers proposed a tax on dogs: visitors would pay €1.50 per dog per night, and locals would pay…
Sultanahmet, Istanbul’s historic Old City, is the heart of the city’s rich culture and history. Named after Sultan Ahmet I, who commissioned the famous Blue Mosque, this district is packed with architectural marvels, bustling bazaars, and hidden gems. Sultanahmet is often where tourists…