Istanbul Topkapi Palace Complete Tour Harem and Hagia Irene incl
Description
-Upon meeting your tour guide at Sultanahmet Square, a 5 minute walk will lead you to the Topkapi Palace whilst passing by the great Hagia Sophia. During this walk you will be accompanied by your tour guide with a brief cultural information of the surroundings. -Your tour will start upon entering the first courtyard of the Topkapi -Palace where you will see the Hagia Irene church. Hagia Irene is one of the oldest churches, which was built in the 4th century. You will see how the oldest holy monument was preserved and honored in the Ottoman Empire regardless of the empire being an Islamic state. -Once you enter the palace you will be greeted by the vast, grand and detailed embellished architecture that served the empire for over 400 years. -The final part of your tour will be the Harem Section. This part is where the sultans and their families lived, therefore you will see their private life details and their lifestyle. -This tour will leave you with amazing memories and photos.
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Itinerary
You will see the elegant, glorious and grandiose lifestyle and architecture of the Ottoman Empire. As you wander around Topkapi Palace, you will feel the power of Ottoman Empire and its cultural abundance.
Right beside the Topkapi Palace, your tour guide will show you Hagia Irene, one of the oldest churches built in 4th century. You will see how Christianity and Islam lived in peace and side by side during the Ottoman Empire.
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What's included
Important Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
