One straddles two millennia, the other, two continents: Athens and Istanbul number among the world’s oldest and most culturally rich cities. The cradle of democracy and the crucible of empires are inextricably linked to the past—Let’s Go Athens & Istanbul shows you how to embrace them in the present. With the help of our witty, wily student researchers, you'll learn the subtle difference between raki and ouzo, the intricacies of the Grand Bazaar, and the rules of the Athens Metro, as well as irreverent anecdotes about everyone from Athena to the Ottoman Emperor. From the Acropolis to the Hagia Sofia, let Let’s Go Athens & Istanbul be your guide to immersive, engaging travel.