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Grand Bazaar Istanbul Guide
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- History and Overview
- Founded in 1461 by Sultan Mehmed II, one of world's oldest covered markets
- Located in Beyazit, Fatih district, covering 47,000 square meters
- Contains over 4,000 shops across 61 covered streets
- Daily visitors range from 250,000 to 400,000, annual 91 million visitors
- Shopping Experience
- Offers wide variety of goods including jewelry, textiles, spices, and antiques
- Famous for traditional Turkish carpets, ceramics, and leather goods
- Haggling is common practice, starting with half initial price
- Multiple food stalls serve traditional Turkish cuisine
- Practical Information
- Open Monday to Saturday, 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM
- Free entrance, closed Sundays and public holidays
- Accessible via T1 tram line to Beyazıt-Kapalıçarşı station
- Recommended visit duration is 2-4 hours
- Cultural Features
- Houses historical coffee house and traditional restaurants
- Features artisan demonstrations of traditional crafts
- Hosts cultural events and festivals throughout the year
- Located near major Istanbul landmarks like Hagia Sophia