Visitors from all over the world, have been flocking to Istanbul in increasing numbers every year. Last year only, nearly 6.5 million tourists visited this city of beauty unmatched. Being the Capital of Culture, Istanbul will no doubt enjoy record influx of visitors in 2010.
Tourists visit Istanbul with different purposes. It has always been the destination of culture enthusiasts and art lovers for centuries. For many writers, poets, great composers and artists it has been the source of inspiration in the creation of their master pieces. Many tourists used to visit Istanbul because they appreciated great legacy of former capital of three empires; Roman; Byzantine and Ottoman. However, Istanbul today is a very much future oriented, dynamic; challenging modern city, while it honors and preserves magnificent traces and heritage of its glorious past. Istanbul in fact, offers extraordinary combination of ancient and modern; traditional and contemporary going hand in hand, in harmony.
These days Istanbul is in the process of preparatory works and implementation of major projects for the celebrations of being 2010 European Capital of Culture. These include multitude of events under the theme, “A city of Four Elements: earth, water, air and fire” such as musical events, performing arts, films, contemporary arts, major exhibitions and other events. Sustainable urban development and infrastructure, focusing on conservation and restoration of the heritage is naturally among the activities of great significance according the concept of overall project.
Participation of all those living in Istanbul, in the cultural life and activities is one of the main aim of the project. On the other hand we believe this great event will also be an opportunity to further promote tourism to Istanbul attracting, in particular, culture enthusiasts, art lovers and all those interested in history, cultural events and life of this city of international reputation. Istanbul, with its dynamic efficient tourist industry is now prepared to welcome record influx of tourists to share the joy and experience of Istanbul 2010 European Capital of Culture Celebrations and to help making this event a memorable one for all of them.
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