Istanbul – the world’s marketplace
See how the legacy of the Silk Road is still felt in modern Istanbul, a city shaped by centuries of trade.
Published On 18 Nov 2025
Traces of Silk
Istanbul has been a centre of trade for centuries. We find out how its trading past still shapes the city and its residents.
This is the first episode of 'Traces of Silk', a five-part series that looks at the legacy of the ancient Silk Road in Turkiye and the impact that history still has today.
Watch the rest of the series:
Bursa - city of silk
