08.15 am Pick up from your hotel in Istanbul and the tour follows, Haghia-Sophia : The magnificent Byzantine Church of all times; one of the finest and largest architectural works of art in the world. Blue Mosque : One of the biggest mosques of Istanbul from 17th century architecture is one of the principal adornments on the skyline of Istanbul. Also famous for its blue tiles and 6 minarest. Hippodrome : The former center of sprotive and political activities of Constantinople. You will be able to see the Obelisk from Egypt, Serpentine Column from Delphi and fountain of Willhelm II.Grand Bazaar : In addition to its historical importance, it's a bazaar that will tempt even the nonshoppers with its rich collection of precious handmade carpets, jewellery, leather and souvenirs. Haghia-Sophia is closed on Monday, replace St. Sauveur in Chora. (lunch)
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Topkapi Palace : The former imperial residence from where the Great Ottoman Empire was ruled. Today a spectacular museum that has one of the largest collections of Chinese and Japanese porcelain and the very famous treasury of the Royal Family Suleymaniye Mosque : The mosque of Sultan Suleyman "The Magnificent" built in the 16th century by Sinan, the famous architect of all times 17.00 Back to hotel.
