Cemberlitas, or C Diz Old Town, is a historic neighborhood in Istanbul, Turkey, known for its ancient Roman and Byzantine ruins and vibrant atmosphere.
Currency
TRY (₺)
Best time to visit
April to May, September to October
Languages
Turkish
Coordinates
41.008°, 28.978°
Key facts
1Cemberlitas is home to the ancient Roman hippodrome
2The neighborhood has a significant Byzantine and Ottoman history
3It is one of the oldest settled areas in Istanbul
Timeline
330 AD: Constantinople (Istanbul) founded by Roman Emperor Constantine the Great
1453: Fall of Constantinople to the Ottoman Empire
