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Blue Mosque

This mosque was built in the   early 17th century and is probably the most famous mosque in the city. It is distinguished by six slender minarets and walls covered with amazing blue Iznik tiles. Open daily 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except during prayer times.

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Hours of Operation          :     Open          Close

Tuesday to Sunday             9:00 am      5:00 pm

Hagia Sophia

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The Church of Holy Wisdom, undoubtedly one of
the greatest architectural creations in the world, was built by the Byzantine Emperor Justinian around 535 AD. It was transformed into a mosque after the Ottoman conquest of the city in 1453. Now a museum, it is awesome in size and contains beautifully preserved Byzantine mosaics. This church is an absolute must see.

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Hours of Operation          :     Open          Close

Tuesday to Sunday                9:00 am      4:00 pm

Topkapi Palace

Built in the 15th century, the Topkapi Palace was the principal residence of the Sultan. It was the legendary palace of the Ottoman Sultans from the 15th to the 19th centuries. The palace has low buildings set in a series of courtyards and is quite unlike its western counterparts. Be sure to see the Harem (by appointment), the Treasury and the golden-roofed Baghdad Kiosk.

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Hours of Operation          :     Open           Close

Tuesday to Sunday                10:00 am     4:00 pm