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International Istanbul Music Festival
One of the most prominent events on the city's cultural calendar and one of the foremost musical events in Europe, the International Istanbul Music Festival is a summer extravaganza of opera, ballet, and classical and traditional music. Over the years the festival has hosted world-renowned classical performers and groups from around the globe as well as local artists and traditional music groups, from international philharmonic orchestras, distinguished chamber ensembles and soloists, dance and ballet performances, and Whirling Dervishes. Concerts are held in various locations, including some of the historical buildings in Istanbul.
Venue: Various
Date: June 2009, TBC
Website: www.iksv.org/muzik/english

Turkish F1 Grand Prix
One of the newer tracks added to the Formula One Season, Istanbul Park has been described as 'The greatest track ever built', by Bernie Ecclestone, CEO of the Formula One Administration. It is one of only three races that runs anticlockwise (the Brazillian and San Marino Grand Prix being the other two) and commands the respect of all the drivers. The track is located 56 miles (90km) from the city center.
Venue: Istanbul Park
Date: 7 June 2009
Website: www.turkeygrandprix.com/

Contemporary Istanbul
Every October artists from all across Turkey converge on the capital to showcase their latest creations in contemporary art. A variety of paintings, sculpture and crafts are displayed for exhibition purposes and also for sale. Admirers from all across Turkey show up for the week to assess, purchase and critique the latest offerings of a fascinating culture.
Venue: LutfiKýrdar Istanbul Convention and Exhibition Center
Date: 4-7 December 2008

The Bosphorus
This annual event sees over a thousand swimmers navigate the 4.3 miles (7km) of the Bosphorus Straight between Kanlica and Cemil Topuzlu Park, essentially swimming from Asia to Europe. Concurrently, rowers and sailors participate in longer races along the same route. Complementing the event are live brass band performances, water-ski exhibitions and dance performances.
Venue: Kanlica
Date: 20 July 2009

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