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What to do and see in Karakoy, Turkey: The Best Things to do
The mosques, bazaars, and Turkish baths of Istanbul could keep you happily occupied for your entire trip: an eyeful of breathtaking architecture here, a good-natured haggle over a carpet there. Kick your trip off at the awe-inspiring Sultan Ahmet Camii (Blue Mosque), which is visible from many points of the city. Stroll the Galata Bridge and stop by the Miniaturk Park to see its tiny artifacts. The Grand Bazaar has thousands of shops to browse, while the Egyptian Bazaar is a fragrant trove of spices and fruits.
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1. Istanbul Local Jaunts Private Tours
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
We at Istanbul Local Jaunts, two Istanbulite friends, would like to help you discover our hidden Istanbul. Every kind of aspect of the city beckons you: Mystic neighborhoods tucked between the city walls and the Bosphorus, astonishing architecture that boggles the mind. Istanbul Local Jaunts will unlock the door for you to our Hidden Istanbul. To the Istanbul that’s off the beaten path.
2. Kilic Ali Pasa Hamami
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5.0 based on 949 reviews
Kılıç Ali Paşa Hamam; The elegant authentic surroundings of this Turkish bath, magnificent creation of Mimar Sinan, transcends the timeless barriers between old and new… Giving you an escape from the hustle and bustle of beautiful Istanbul City.Mimar Sinan the legendary Architect of that period was commissioned by “Kilic Ali Pasa” to build the Hamam to withstand the ravages of the sea and time. The large light, Magnificent Dome above the Camegah (relaxation area) is 14 meters across and 17 meters high one of the largest single domes built by Sinan. The features of the Kulhan Chimney/exhaust, the leaded domes and the glass elephant eyes along with brick by brick reappointing, original Kurnas and some carved stone and marble slabs found during excavation have been retained and used within the premises adding to its extreme historical beauty and interest.The Hamam Ritual is an ancient one, the materials used have not significantly changed and used to restore energy and vitality to the body by reducing the toxins, and allowing the skin to breathe again
Reviewed By Macaw01
This Turkish bath has a single gender restricted times with same gender attendants. The staff is very kind and the building is peaceful and beautiful. Be prepared to be bathed in your underwear or bikini (just the bottom is required, but you can wear the top if you like, most don’t). And you do not bathe, you are bathed! Like a toddler being cleaned by their expert mom! After being drenched you’ll have a lie down on a hot marble slab until you’re very warm all through, then more buckets of water and loofa, then an incredible bubble experience with massage and more loofa. You’ll be very clean, and can rest in your towels in the cooler room and have tea/coffee juice. I had a lovely standard western modern massage after that. This place is right at the tram station (do not mistake it for the mosque next door- the hammam is rust-gold colored, the mosque is blue-gray) and super easy to get to on your own.
3. Turk Ortodoks Merkez Meryem Ana Kilisesi
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. Mixer
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5.0 based on 6 reviews
Mixer is a contemporary art space that aims to help develop the new generation of great Turkish artists. By focusing exclusively on emerging local talent, Mixer has become the leading gallery in Istanbul for young artists to find active and broad support and for collectors to discover new and exciting art. We love to take risks in our program, from realizing an artist's vision for a new media installation to developing public art projects. We use our space creatively to run an ambitious exhibition calendar and to inspire the fast developing art community in the city through our training programs and workshops.
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6. Istanbul Resim Ve Heykel Muzesi, Mimar Sinan Guzel Sanatlar Universitesi
7. Lalay
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
rugs, flatweaves, textiles, handmade souveniors, felt hats and scarves, bed covers, tiles and coasters from Central Asia as well as Persia and Anatolia
Reviewed By FellowTraveler363898
I visited the store in Istanbul back in 2013 when I was on vacation, and bought two towels that are still in perfect shape! Several years later, I found them online and have since ordered many more towels! Amazing prices and very high quality. Just ordered some robes (and more towels) and I can’t wait until they come!
8. artSumer
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4.5 based on 4 reviews
artSümer gallery, founded in 2005 by Aslı Sümer, focuses on showcasing cutting-edge contemporary art by emerging and mid-career artists whose diverse practices include painting, drawing, sculpture, photography, video and new media.
9. Church of Saint Benoit
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4.5 based on 2 reviews
10. Nusretiye Mosque
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