Turkey
Istanbul is east-meets-west — the only city straddling two continents, and the dressing register reflects it. Religious sites (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Süleymaniye Mosque) require shoulders and knees covered + head covering for women in active mosques (head scarves provided at the entrance). Summer 21-28°C / 70-82°F with low rain frequency. Beyoğlu (the European side, around İstiklal Caddesi) runs contemporary international; Sultanahmet (the Old City) is tourist-historical; Karaköy is creative/design; Kadıköy on the Asian side is local-favored. Walking surfaces include both modern pavement and old cobblestones; supportive shoes essential.