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The Historical Peninsula of Istanbul covers approximately 5.4 km² and hosts some of the most important monuments of world history. This area has served as the capital of three major empires—Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman—for nearly 1,600 years. Today, it contains 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and welcomes millions of visitors annually.
Tour Duration: Full Day (7–8 hours)
Starting Time: 08:30 AM
Tour Type: Guided Group Tour
Region: Sultanahmet – Historical Peninsula
Built in the 4th century AD, the Hippodrome was the political and social center of Byzantine Constantinople, with a capacity of approximately 100,000 spectators. Key monuments include:
Obelisk of Theodosius (originating from Ancient Egypt, dated to the 15th century BC)
Serpentine Column (brought from Delphi, 5th century BC)
German Fountain (a gift from German Emperor Wilhelm II in 1898)
Constructed between 1609 and 1616, the mosque features 6 minarets and more than 20,000 hand-painted İznik tiles, making it one of the most visited Ottoman mosques in Turkey.
Originally built in 537 AD, Hagia Sophia remained the world’s largest cathedral for nearly 900 years. It later functioned as an imperial mosque for 481 years and is recognized today as one of the most significant architectural achievements in history.
Serving as the administrative center of the Ottoman Empire from 1465 to 1856, Topkapi Palace covers an area of approximately 700,000 m². The palace complex includes 4 main courtyards and houses priceless imperial collections.
(Closed on Tuesdays.)
Founded in 1461, the Grand Bazaar contains over 4,000 shops, 60 streets, and attracts an average of 250,000–400,000 visitors daily, making it one of the largest covered markets in the world.
(Closed on Sundays.)
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