Markets and markets in Istanbul

Q: Where in Istanbul to take the most beautiful photos with a view of the Bosphorus?

The best panoramic views are from the Galata Tower, built by the Genoese in 1348 as part of a defensive structure. In contrast, in the Asian part of the city, Chamlyja Hill offers equally impressive angles overlooking the strait and bridges. The Ortaköy Walking Zone with the Ortaköy Mosque on the Bosphorus is an ideal place for atmospheric shots at sunset.

Q: What unique religious artifacts are kept in museums in Istanbul?

In the church of Chora (Kariye Museum) preserved the best Byzantine mosaics of the XIV century with biblical subjects. Topkapi’s treasury contains relics of the Prophet Muhammad, including a cloak and sword. The archaeological museum exhibits the sarcophagus of Alexander the Great with bas-reliefs of the III century BC.

Q: Where to go in Istanbul with children to be interesting and informative?

Children will be impressed by the giant aquarium of Istanbul with a tunnel through the shark reef. A miniaturk with replicas of Turkish landmarks on a 1:25 scale develops an interest in history. The Toy Museum in the Göztepe district demonstrates a collection of antique dolls and mechanical toys of the XIX-XX centuries.

Q: What urban legends are associated with underground cisterns?

The Basilica Cistern is covered with myths about the sunken treasures of Byzantine emperors. Medusa heads, used as the bases of the columns, according to legend, protect the dungeon from evil spirits. The cistern of Theodosius is supposedly inhabited by the spirit of the caretaker, who whispers to the leaking water.

Q: Which lesser-known but atmospheric areas of Istanbul are worth visiting for authenticity lovers?

Balat with colorful Jewish houses of the XIX century and spiral staircases preserved the spirit of old Constantinople. In the area of Fener is the world's only cast-iron Orthodox Church of St. Stephen of the Bulgarian community. The cozy craft workshops of Uskudar on the Asian coast specialize in traditional Ottoman crafts.

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Kumkapi Fish Market

Kumkapi belongs to fish markets and is difficult to compare. There are dozens, maybe hundreds of fish restaurants in Kumkapi, o …

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Egyptian Bazaar

In the old part of Istanbul is the Egyptian Bazaar, the Egyptian Market or the Spice Market, as it is also called. This is one of …

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Arasta Bazaar (Arasta Bazaar)

One of the oldest bazaars in Istanbul is the Arasta Market, built near and at the same time as the Blue Mosque on the old ruins of …

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The Grand Bazaar

The Great Bazaar is a universe of things occupying over 4,000 shops. It has everything: Turkish carpets and dishes, copper and lea …

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