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Historical Peninsula Guide
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- Location and Significance
- Located in Fatih district, bordered by Golden Horn, Marmara Sea and Bosphorus
- Inhabited since 7th century BC, home to major historical structures
- Notable Landmarks
- Spice Bazaar opened in 1663, still active with spices and souvenirs
- Grand Bazaar, world's oldest and largest, opened in 1461
- Basilica Cistern features Roman Medusa head sculptures
- Hagia Sophia reopened as mosque in 2020 after 2020 museum conversion
- Blue Mosque known for 21,043 blue-white İznik tiles
- Topkapı Palace served as Ottoman sultan's residence until 1924
- Practical Information
- Located in Fatih district, accessible by Marmaray, tram and ferries
- Beyazıt Square serves as symbol of İstanbul University
- Area offers convenient public transportation access