Welcome to the exotic world of Constantinople in 1750! Palaces and mosques, cafes and baths – this is your pocket guide to the city of Sultans. This guide, entertaining and informative, takes you back to the era of the Grand Tour, when Constantinople was a favored destination for daring travelers. Learn how to gain access to the heavily guarded Topkapi Palace. Discover how to haggle with expert sellers in the numerous markets, find out what awaits you in a Turkish bath, and watch the strange ceremonies of the whirling dervishes. Or watch the sultan, bedecked in all his finery, sail the Bosphorus in his stunning barge. The more daring can join the crowds watching an execution or taste the forbidden delicacies offered in the more audacious cafes and opium dens. Filled with humor and facts, "Istanbul on Five Kurush a Day" will appeal to travelers, museum-goers, and anyone wondering what it would really be like to visit the heart of the Ottoman Empire.