After a delectable breakfast in hotel, get ready for the city tour. Today you will be visiting Topkapi Palace, Blue Mosque, Hippodrome, Hagia Sophia and Grand Bazaar
Topkapi Palace is an amazing spot in Istanbul. All the Room are covered in beautiful tile work. If you are exploring in the springtime, the gardens are filled with tulips and hyacinths. The views of Istanbul from here is mesmerizing. Your guide will entertain you with stories of ambitious Sultans and courtiers and the women of the Harem.
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Blue Mosque is Known for the blue Iznik tile with abstract and geometric patterns, flowers, and trees, it has six minarets built in the name of Sultanahmet In the interior of the building. As you enter you will be dazzled by the visual effect provided by the beautiful tiles, lighting and the curves of the domes.
Hippodrome after a Short walk from the Blue Mosque is the Hippodrome. It was built in the 4th century AD, this was once a venue for chariot races. The centrepiece of the Hippodrome is the Egyptian obelisk. It used to be carved 3,500 years in the past and added to Istanbul in the 4th century AD. What you see Right here is only the top third of the original obelisk.
Hagia Sophia: After stopping for a lunch break where you will try some local dishes. You will continue your journey to Hagia Sophia, built by the Byzantine emperor Justinian, and consecrated as a church in 537 It is one of the most famous tourist spot in Istanbul because of its architectural innovation, its rich history, religious significance and incredible beauty. It became a mosque in 1453, and finally, a museum in 1935.
Grand Bazaar As your last stop of the day, head to the Grand Bazaar, one of the world oldest market. Wandering through these busy market streets is part of the Turkish experience. Look for ceramics, lanterns, jewellery, silks, and of course, sumptuous Turkish delights.
After trying local dinner you can try Turkish Ice Cream.