Istanbul-the City of Contrasts: 30 color images of street life in the 70s

Istanbul is the most populous city in Turkey. It is the cultural, historical and economic center of the country. It is located on the shore of the Bosphorus Strait and at the crossroads of the European and Asian worlds. The ancient city of amazing contrasts has always attracted the attention of tourists from all over the world.

Admire the colorful vintage photos of Istanbul taken in the 70s and experience the vibrant atmosphere of this unique city.Istanbul is the most populous city not only in Turkey, but also in Europe. It ranks fourth in the world ranking in terms of population density. Most of the historical and commercial sites are located on the European side of the city, a third of the population lives on the Asian side of the Bosphorus. Istanbul has become a bridge between East and West.

These wonderful vivid images show what the largest Turkish city looked like in the 70s.

Istanbul has always been and remains one of the most vibrant cities in the world. Much has changed over the long period of its existence, but it continues to impress every guest. The modern urban design of new buildings looks very impressive against the background of ancient historical buildings. Compare the new districts of Istanbul with the city of the 70s.