32 Of The World’s Cheapest Cities To Live In
Istanbul
Take a walk through architectural history stretching back to the 6th century when you live in Istanbul. One thing you won’t have to stretch is your budget. Groceries are 61 percent cheaper than in New York City, and rent is 86 percent less expensive.Istanbul is a major city in Turkey that straddles Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait. Its Old City reflects cultural influences of the many empires that once ruled here. In the Sultanahmet district, the open-air, Roman-era Hippodrome was for centuries the site of chariot races, and Egyptian obelisks also remain. The iconic Byzantine Hagia Sophia features a soaring 6th-century dome and rare Christian mosaics.
