Efsaneler Kenti İstanbul by Refik Durbaş

Having hosted different civilizations throughout history, Istanbul has been the subject of legends and myths since its establishment. The hidden powers of the monuments, the extraordinary events that took place during the conquest, have been passed down from generation to generation for centuries. Refik Durbaş, one of the masters of our literature, could not remain indifferent to these legends and took notes on the legends of Istanbul for years. Durbaş, in his book "Legends of Istanbul", shares his accumulated knowledge about the city in his own style. The book, which begins with the founding of Istanbul, includes various topics ranging from prophecies about the city to magical monuments, from the water sources that nourished the city to the bazaars, from old festival grounds to mansions.

The paintings were done by Burcu Yılmaz. The City of Legends Istanbul, It appeals to everyone, young and old, who want to get to know Istanbul better and understand its history better.