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“Often overlooked by eager tourists trying to check off the Blue Mosque, Topkapi palace and the Hagia Sophia, this mosque is a true gem that is lit up over the night sky above the city and a wonderful place to visi...”
“What an amazing and beautiful mosque - definitely worth a visit beautiful architecture beautiful grounds and you can see far across the city views are amazing.”
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“We stayed at a hotel in this area, perfect for visiting all the main highlights of the Old City (Hagia Sophia, Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace etc.), lots of nice things to see in walking distance including a bazaar.”
“This old town area is bustling with tourists as Hagia Sophia, Sultan Ahmet Blue Mosque, Grand Bazaar, Constantine Obelisk, Serpentine Obelisk, Hippodrome are all located within this area.”
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“... mosaic of Christ Enthroned with Empress Zoe and Constantine IX Monomachos amazes you, and as you head to the exit you can admire the mosaic of Constantine the Great, the Virgin Mary and the Emperor Justinian.”
“... definite must to visit and explore hundreds of years of history and it's wonderful culture, I visited with a friend and we were astonished at its beauty and spent quite a bit of time there, just magnificent!”
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“Blue mosque or the sultanahmet mosque is an amazing historical place where you can worship and see the beauty of the architect associated from the olden golden days If you love Muslim architecture it's amazing pie...”
“Beautiful mosque Welcoming to all visitors, irrespective of faith It’s history which is alive with a kind beating heart Free to visit Very beautiful when lit up in the evening If you are a Muslim, it’s very peacef...”
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“It it is just the right size to keep kids interested and if you appreciate classic cars you will love this collection, the staff are very friendly and helpful and we will definitely visit again when we have guests.”
“I visited the place on Aug 2018, I was alone and I love old cars so this place was very interesting for me, it is well organized, staff is very friendly, cars are beautiful and well maintained, you can easily spen...”
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“... located in the Historical center this other beautiful cistern,(Sarnici in Turkish, means cistern), Much smaller than the Basilica and Binbirdirek reservoirs, but what it is miss in measurements, it has in beauty.”
“Super nice and well maintained, Most importantly its free and way fewer visitors compared to the famous Basilica Cistern,”
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“after great Osman Historic dont miss this great collection museum collection of classic cars, trains boats , aircraft & old military plus some antiques interested of for all ages”
“The museum offers far more than expected with a large collection of vintage cars, a decent-sized collection of fantastic rail carriages and street cars, and an interesting collection of small water craft.”
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“Towering minarets, ancient mosques, buzzing bazaars, modern street life, erstwhile capital of Byzantine and Ottoman empires, the historical areas of Old City, ferry to cross between Europe and Asia, largest covere...”
“Historic area of Istanbul has many attractions to offer to the tourists like Sultanhamet square, Blue Mosque, Hagia Sofia, Museusm, Hippodrome, Basillica cistren and Ottoman Palace.”
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“Yes, there are troops of people moving into and out of the mosque, but it is a working religious temple and has a section for the tourists and a section for the believers, as well as fountains on the outside for M...”
“Set in quite extensive grounds, it is easy to sit and enjoy the beauty of the mosque buildings and this is especially true as the sun goes down.”
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“... in central of Istanbul, the mosque stands outside the city walls, there is tomb of great companion of Holy Prophet Abu Ayub Ansari, also, at the same district ayup bazar has many of Islamic and dervish gifts.”
“It is one of the most beautiful and grand mosques in Turkey.Besides the Mosque there is tomb of great companion of Holy Prophet, Hazrat Abu Ayub Ansari.”
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“A really beautiful park, excellent landscaping, beautiful flowers arrangements and colours, waterfalls, ponds.... and to add to the beauty a wonderful views of the Bosfor, Asia side and the 2nd bridge.”
“We visited during the Tulip festival, it was like being in heaven with all the tulips, the security officers around the park are also extremely helpful and accomodating, the old houses that you can visit are also...”
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“Sultanahmet square is the heart of Old Istanbul where top attractions ie Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace Museum, Sultan Ahmed Mosque, Suleymaniye Mosque, Hippodrome of Constantinople, Basilica Cistern, M...”
“Awesome view of blue mosque and Aya Sophia ,lovely gardens and if you love tulips ,its a great place to just relax and take in the history of the country and enjoy watching all the tourists”
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“I am blessed to visit Istanbul very often.Most of these times ve been to the Greek Orthodox Patriarchate.Locates in one of the most historical,beautifull neighborhoods,brings to the visitor memories from the past....”
“Pilgrimage site to visit if you are in the city of Constantinople!”
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“With far fewer visitors, it is very likely that you can have private time inside for prayer, meditation, and/or quiet contemplation.”
“It is likely that Hagia Sofia was model on Kucuk Ayasofia - in terms of architecture and design, it is considered second only to Hagia Sofia.”
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“Gulhane Park is an amazing green space in the middle of the Old City, beautiful walkways, trees, flowers historical displays and the wonderful Science museum that will give you a greater understanding of the scien...”
“After a visit to the main attractions of the Blue Mosque, Topkapi Palace etc take a stroll through this calm and peaceful park... i was enraptured by the flocks, if thats the right term, of Red Admiral butterflies...”
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“Away from the main tourist sites, but worth a visit if you want to find some inner peace in the hustle and bustle of Istanbul.”
“This one appears to be a quieter community mosque rather than one which is swarmed by tourists.”
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“Unlike the popular mosques inside the old city, this beautiful place of worship is quiet and serene.”
“But the real treat is for those who enjoy a stroll through graveyards.”
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“Charming Mosque with towering minerals rising above the city, the far horizon, as well as the Old City with its many houses and buildings tightly packed onto the slope of the European continent, this is the best p...”
“The Golden Horn is a great attraction featuring breathtaking views, unique boat cruise experiences and a feeling of being in the heart of Istanbul.”
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“Due to the Halıç bridge there is a lot of traffic, although the district itself, which is very busy with lots of shops and cafes, has got pedestrian zones.”
“You can go up using the cable cars and return the same or walk down the cobblestone pathway back down to Eyup central.”
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“It was my seventh visit to Istanbul, but my first to Balat, I really surprised by the beauty and serenity of this place, it seems that you are run away from the hustle and bustle of Istanbul, colorful buildings, I...”
“As an appendix, I would recommend a stroll along the famous Galata Bridge and then continuing into Galata neighborhood and climbing up to the Tower (Galata Tower).”
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“A must visit,so many beautiful mosques in ISTANBUL,If you muslim take the time and make salaah in these mosques and take in the history ,the calmness and beauty”
“The atmosphere is quiet and tranquil, a pleasant relief from the insanity of the nearby Bazaar, and a welcome change from better-known mosques overcrowded with tourists.”
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“Walk down through the side streets to find individual gift shops and amazing antique shops and second hand Record shops.”
“The atmosphenre is wonderful , it's still busy but with less tourists.”
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“Great sea view with local restaurants and cafes which the designs makes it a combination of a modern and traditional environment that you would love.”
“Fun, smart, cosmopolitan, radical.”
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“Worth the trip to get there”
“Public transit there was too confusing, so I took a cab from the ferry.”
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“Sultan Ahmet mosque, Hagia Sofia, Topkapi palace, Pamukalay springs, Capadocia cave structure, Galata tower models are the main attraction and several other beautiful model are there.”
“It takes two hours to know more about turkey, the Great Ottoman Empire, a little bit about the Greeks, Constantinople and later during Ataturk It gives a good idea about the big cities including Bursa, Quoya Antal...”
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“Deep sensation of ancient art history Amazing job done by romans, unbelievable detailed work on roof and column structure A must place to visit at Istanbul Meduse brings back greek mythology knowledge”
“The Basilica Cistern, near the great Aghia Sophia church in Istanbul Old City, is a marvel of architecture and engineering from the ancient Byzantine empire.”
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“An excellent museum with rich collections related to the Turkish military history and Turkish history in general, starting from the very beginnings, the period of tribes.”
“Warriors Paradise”
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“We have been travelling to Turkey from Australia for many years and “First” and “Last” on our “To Do” list are visits to Hasan and Ugur in their wonderful Shop, Heritage Nomadic Art Gallery, Fatih, Sultanahmet, Is...”
“Rugs, ceramics, textiles, tiles, jewellery, lights, towels and many more souvenirs, all of better quality and at more reasonable prices than you will find at most of the larger shops in Sultanhamet / Istanbul.”
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“It is a beautiful church in Venetian Neo-Gothic style and a Muse-See when strolling through Istiklal Street.”
“Lovely church kind of hidden but worth a visit.”
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