A trip to the capital of Turkey wouldn't be complete without these top 5 attractions in Istanbul.

Some might say that Istanbul is just a place for shopping, but this city unites Europe and Asia. Istanbul is a destination with unique culture, architecture, food, music, literature, and more.

Here are the top 5 things not to miss while visiting Istanbul:

1. Whirling Dervish

This is one of the most unique religious ceremonies one can witness.

The whirling dervish ceremony, or sama, blurs the lines betw