RATINGS - CRaHFT Ranking 2012 | Top 10 Halal Friendly Holiday Destinations 2012 - OIC Countries

#3. Turkey

Every time we think of Turkey, we think "Hmmmm, Baklava...." but Turkey has SO much to offer Halal-conscious vacationers! Turkey's rich history makes it an amazing place to explore - from the remnants of castles and battlegrounds to the thriving Turkish Riviera and the stunning beaches. So kick back, relax and enjoy yourself in Turkey this year! (source)

TOURISM - Number of Muslim tourists to Istanbul up 25 percent

The number of tourists coming from Islamic countries to Istanbul increased 25 percent in the first seven months of 2011 when compared to the same period of 2010.
Istanbul hosted 700,228 Muslim tourists in the mentioned period, according to figures of Istanbul Culture & Tourism Directorate.
Istanbul is a home to historical artifacts of Roman, Byzantium and Ottoman Empire periods as well as 8,500-year-old archeological artifacts. (source)