Scholar-Led Ottoman Architecture Small-Group Walking Tour



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Duration: 3h
Location: Istanbul, Turkey | Istanbul, Turkey


Category: Tours & Sightseeing

Highlights:
Vast & elegant Ottoman interiors
Architecture from the Golden Age of the Ottoman Empire
Masterpieces built by Sinan, the “Turkish Michelangelo”
Daily life unfolding at functioning holy sites
Small-group tour for a more personalized experience

Inclusions:
Guided tour of 16th-century mosques in the old city
Admission to Sehzade Camii, Sultan Suleiman Complex, and the mosque of a vizier
Commentary in English

Description:

Led by a scholar trained in architecture, this tour introduces you to the elegant interiors mastered by the Ottomans. History meets present as you watch daily life pass by under towering minarets and domes of ancient mosques in the old city.

The rule of Sultan Suleiman the Magnificent was the Golden Age for the Ottoman Empire. He used his incredible power and wealth to support his chief architect’s efforts. In return, Mimar Sinan created some of the most striking buildings of the era. It's no wonder Sinan is known as the “Turkish Michelangelo.”

From your scholar guide you gain an in-depth understanding of Islamic architecture, the politics of a once mighty empire, and the traditions that prevail.

The Sehzade Camii, the Sultan Suleiman Complex, and the mosque of a vizier all open their doors for you on this small-group tour. Visit areas of the city that are scarcely on the map for large-group tours. Enter functioning holy sites, walk in hidden gardens, admire a great sultan's tomb, see meticulously laid tiles, and witness intricate calligraphy along the way.



Cancellation Policy: 5 days
Know before you book: At least 2 people are required for this activity to take place., Maximum group size is 6 people., Tour stops vary.

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