The geophon audio guide about the 2010 European Capital of Culture. A travel feature packed with interviews, recordings, music and tips to help you discover Istanbul for yourself. Istanbul is exciting, energetic and full of surprises and the sound of the lively and diverse cosmopolitan city simply breathtaking! The call of a far-away muezzin for prayer and the sound of electronical music in the streets of the modern quarter Beyoglu merge in the air, while seagulls circle above the hooting ferries of the Bosphorus and the traffic roars by on the streets. Residents of Istanbul tell about their everyday life in this cultural centre with its fascinating historical buildings, lively art scene and exciting future projects. Unique sounds and the diverse music of Istanbul make this acoustic journey a very special experience - both for those who are already familiar with the city and for those who dream of visiting it.