8 Architectural Buildings in Grand Bazaar That You Shouldn't Miss

May 3, 2022 Esmeralda Fenner

The mosques, bazaars, and Turkish baths of Istanbul could keep you happily occupied for your entire trip: an eyeful of breathtaking architecture here, a good-natured haggle over a carpet there. Kick your trip off at the awe-inspiring Sultan Ahmet Camii (Blue Mosque), which is visible from many points of the city. Stroll the Galata Bridge and stop by the Miniaturk Park to see its tiny artifacts. The Grand Bazaar has thousands of shops to browse, while the Egyptian Bazaar is a fragrant trove of spices and fruits.
Restaurants in Istanbul

1. Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Turbesi

Suleymaniye Mah., Istanbul 34116 Turkey
Excellent
83%
Good
17%
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0%
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0%
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5.0 based on 23 reviews

Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Turbesi

2. Yeni Camii

Rustem Pasa, Yeni Cami Cd. No:3 Eminonu, Istanbul 34116 Turkey
Excellent
55%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
9%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
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4.5 based on 1,195 reviews

Yeni Camii

This mosque was positioned on a hill overlooking the harbor at Eminonu. Today, the local pigeons make their home in its graceful domes and arches.

3. Hunkar Kasri

Next to New Mosque Eminonu, Istanbul Turkey
Excellent
64%
Good
21%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
0%
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1%
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4.5 based on 14 reviews

Hunkar Kasri

This royal palace of the Sultan is located next to the New Mosque, and showcases intricate woodwork, ceramic tiling and decorative calligraphy.

4. Sehzade Mehmet Turbesi

Sehzadebasi Caddesi Fatih, Istanbul Turkey
Excellent
67%
Good
17%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
0%
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0%
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Sehzade Mehmet Turbesi

5. Ahi Ahmet Celebi Cami

Saridemir Mah. Ragip Gumuspala Cad. No: 12, Istanbul 34134 Turkey
Excellent
50%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
0%
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0%
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4.5 based on 26 reviews

Ahi Ahmet Celebi Cami

6. Tomb of Hurrem Sultan

Suleymaniye Camii, Istanbul Turkey
Excellent
46%
Good
43%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
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4.5 based on 28 reviews

Tomb of Hurrem Sultan

Reviewed By Omer-Lavv - Greater London, United Kingdom

HURREM SULTAN or Roxelana was born in Rohatyn(present day Ukraine) around 1506, captured and sent to Istanbul as a slave around 1520, entered the "Royal Ottoman Harem"(part of the house reserved for women) as a servant, became a concubine and finally the legal wife of Sultan Suleiman the magnificent, gaining the first ever title of "Haseki Sultan"(Imperial consort). Hurrem gave birth to 6 of children of Sultan Suleiman, including the next Ottoman Sultan Selim 2. Hurrem Sultan had great influence on Ottoman empire’s political & state affairs as an advisor to the Sultan. She is considered as one of most powerful women in the Ottoman history  Hurrem Sultan died in 1558 & her moseleum is part of Sulemaniye mosque complex of Istanbul in a separate building next to the moseleum of Sultan Suleiman the magnificent. Entry to Sulemaniye mosque & moseleum of Hurrem Sultan is free.

7. Beyazit Mosque

Beyazit Mh. Ordu Cad. Fatih, Istanbul 34126 Turkey
Excellent
41%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
20%
Poor
3%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 103 reviews

Beyazit Mosque

8. Kalenderhane Camii

Kalenderhane Mahallesi, 16 Mart Sehitleri Cd. No: 16 Vefa, Fatih, Istanbul 34134 Turkey
Excellent
31%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
23%
Poor
0%
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4.0 based on 35 reviews

Kalenderhane Camii

Reviewed By 1973LYS - Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Dated back from the era of Byzantium of its Theotokos Kyriotissa, Kalenderhane Camii welcomes all visitors - unlike other mosques from Byzantium era which are most of the time closed - I am grateful I could enter the mosque and enjoy the magnificent interior inside. Beautiful and intact. It is located around Istanbul University with lots of cafe and restaurants although it doesn't reduce the peaceful feeling in the mosque area. Free tea is available for visitors.

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