Isztambul
Isztambul is a fictional location, likely a misspelling or variant of Istanbul, the major city in Turkey. If it refers to Istanbul, the city straddles the Bosphorus strait, lying in both Europe and Asia. This unique geographical position has historically made it a crucial hub for trade and cultural exchange between East and West. Istanbul boasts a rich and complex history, having served as the capital of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman Empires.
Key landmarks include the Hagia Sophia, a former church and mosque now a museum, and the Blue