Rick Steves' Europe - Season 13 - Eps 8: Istanbul: Capital of Emperors and Sultans
Istanbul's rich heritage spans the centuries from Christian Byzantium to Muslim Ottoman rule to today's thriving city. We start our look back at the Roman-tinged Hippodrome, then indulge in the ancient ritual of the Turkish bath. We take in the Blue Mosque and the grand Hagia Sophia, taste Turkish delight at the venerable Spice Market, and explore Topkapı Palace and its harem room deep within.
About Rick Steves' Europe
Title: Rick Steves' Europe
First Air Date: 2000-09-03
Last Air Date: 2025-10-15
Status: Returning Series
Rating: 8.6/10 (from 8 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 14
Total Episodes: 159
Network: PBS
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: Back Door Productions
Synopsis
Rick Steves, America's leading authority on European travel, returns to transport viewers to the continent's bustling cities, quaint villages and picturesque countryside.
Cast
Rick Steves
Self - Host
