Pigeonist app for iPhone and iPad


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Travel
Developer: KOMINIKE TEKNOLOJI SISTEMLERI SANAYI VE DIS TICARET LIMITED SIRKETI
Free
Current version: 1.2, last update: 7 years ago
First release : 24 Mar 2016
App size: 48.58 Mb

PIGEONIST (TM)

Follow the Pigeon of Istanbul to discover this fascinating metropolis through the eyes of an insider. There is only one species that can seek out all the mysteries of Istanbul – the pigeon. They stroll the streets of this millennia-old city, joining up with new friends to visit countless historical sites of great significance and beauty.

Or, they soar up as high as a minaret or a church dome, into the shadow cast by a white cloud, to gain a unique perspective on Istanbul’s rich civil and religious architecture and on restaurants and bazaars bursting with treasure.

You can now reach the pigeons of Istanbul through your mobile device! Pigeonist will reveal the hidden jewels of this ancient city and help you unleash the magic of Istanbul. Welcome to the most intimate way of discovering this city, without having to hire a guide or go on a tour!

HOW IT WORKS

Take just a few seconds to download the app and choose the category(ies) in which you are interested. Or choose them all at once!

Make sure you specify your language preference, so that your Pigeon guide provides you the most suitable audio. You can choose to undertake your journey in English, German, Spanish, Arabic or Turkish.When you arrive in a historical neighbourhood, as soon as you are within 50-100m of any spot belonging to the category you picked, youll start to receive notifications about local attractions, shops and places to eat - whether you are offline or online.

If you tap your finger on one of these spots, Pigeonist shows you photos and plays an audio guide packed with insider tips. Just under that, Pigeonist also suggests other new places to discover nearby. Swoop up high any time for a dynamic map laying out the hot spots around you, and feel free to plan the rest of the day around the new discoveries Pigeonist helps you make. When you collect and share your favorite places, you will help other users to discover Istanbul’s most remarkable sites. Enjoy your walk and keep searching for your pigeon, or let Pigeonist find you!