Istanbul to Algeria

Tagged as the most populous city of Turkey, Istanbul is a city enriched with ample amount of cultural and traditional values. It is also considered as the cultural and financial hub of the country. Situated on both sides by Bosphorous, the city is estimated to be populated with around 19milliion people. It was among the top list of the European Capitals of Culture in 2010. The weather condition of the city is temperate with an oceanic climate. The summers are hot and humid; while the winters are comparatively cold, wet and snowy. You can easily reach the place with access to the Istanbul Ataturk Airport and Sabiha Gökçen Airport, or can also opt for other mediums, such as bus, boat and cars. While roaming through the streets and passages of the city, avoid places that are not mentioned on the map properly. If you plan to stay back at Istanbul for more than a day, then carrying 'Istanbulkart' is a good idea. Hagia Sophia, Topkapı Palace, Sultanahmet Mosque , and Basilica Cistern are places to quickly hunt for, as they count among the list of ancient heritage and religious places of Istanbul. Istanbul is enormously popular for their regional hamam's and hookahs (Nargile), and it should be on the must-do list of every visitor. You can also visit various regional museums and can walk through the historic pavements of the city with your loved ones. For shopping purposes, Istanbul is a fabulous place to be. You can shop from the local markets and get a rooted essence of the city and can shop for Turkish Delight, Turkish Tea, Rugs and Killims and Chalcedony. With par class dining arrangements and numerous delectable food joints, Istanbul serves their visitors a warm delicious welcome. With MakeMyTrip, you can easily handle your ticket booking queries with ease and can also avail discounts on your different deals. The customer friendly approach of the website allows everyone to pick and select the options according to their own choice and requirement. With budget-friendly deals and offers, MakeMyTrip assures their customers full satisfaction and allows them to have fun on the trip.

The largest country in Africa, Algeria lies in the northern tip of the continent with four-fifths of its territory dominated by the Sahara Desert. Featuring mountainous and coastal areas, the nation faces a Mediterranean climate. Algiers, the capital city, is best known for its blend of history and modernity. The historic quarter on the Mediterranean coast, Kasbah of Algiers is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with Ketchaoua mosque as one of the main attractions. The main city also features other architectural wonders such as Notre Dame d’Afrique and Maqam Echahid. For shopping in Algiers, Didouche Mourad Street, Centre Commercial Bab Ezzouar and Centre Commercial Al Qods are the most sought-after destinations. In the northeastern region of Algeria, Constantine is popularly referred to as the ‘City of Bridges’. This historic Roman city is famous for Sidi M’Cid Bridge and is surrounded by several attractions. Tiddis is an ancient Roman town with most structures now in ruins. National Museum Cirta and the Ottoman-era building, Palace of Ahmed Bey are must-visit attractions for all history and architecture aficionados. In northeastern Algeria, Setif is another important town that was founded by the Romans. The Mediterranean seaport province, Béjaïa features among the best variety of natural wonders in Algeria including Aokas’ Cave, Lake Mézaia and Cap Carbon. Book a flight and hotel from MakeMyTrip when you are planning to visit Algeria and enjoy the best discounts on accommodation and airfare.