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Hagia Sophia: The Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of the greatest architectural creations in the world, was used as a mosque during Ottomans and now serves as a museum.
Byzantine Hippodrome: The center for entertainment, amusement and sports in the city during the Roman and Byzantine Empires. The Egyptian Obelisk, the serpentine column and the German fountain of Willhelm II are sites to be visited.
Blue Mosque: The Sultan Ahmed Mosque, one of the most revered masterpieces of the Islamic world, is famous with its blue ceramic tiles and six minarets.
Grand Bazaar: The oldest and the largest covered market place in the world with more almost 4000 shops owing rich collection of handmade carpets, jewelery, leather and souvenirs.
Topkapi Palace: The former imperial residence of Ottoman Sultans and the oldest and the largest remaining palaces in the world. Today, it is used as a museum to exhibit works of art and many priceless artifacts.
*Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays and replaced with Underground Cistern
Includes:
- Hotel pick up and drop off
- English speaking guide
- Entrance fees to Topkapi palace, St. Sophia, Hippodrom, Blue Mosque and Grand Bazaar
- Lunch
Excludes
- Personal Expenses
- Tips and Gratuities
- Optional Activity Costs
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