Istanbul is brimming with things to see and do.
Enjoy the pick of the major sights and attractions from the
Ayasofya (Hagia Sophia, The Church of Wisdom) to the Grand Bazaar (Kapali Carsisi).
The City of Istanbul is proud to play a vital role in the cultural life of the
city. Committed to the development of arts and culture in the City of Istanbul,
the Culture Division undertakes a range of responsibilities including:
the operation and administration of many museums, historic sites,
performing and visual arts centres;
financial support for cultural activity and individual artists;
encouraging public art projects in both private and public
developments; and
assisting a wide range of community arts organizations in
accessing and sharing municipal services and facilities.
Central
to the mandate of the Culture Division is:
promoting the development of arts, culture and heritage throughout
the City;
ensure accessibility to a variety of cultural activities that
enhance the cultural attractions of the Istanbul Region; and
providing direct cultural services through its museums and
historic sites, and supporting the entire cultural sector of the
community.
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